Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Murrieta Neighborhood of Murrieta, CA from $1,600 (27 Rentals)

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Canopy
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$2,250 - $3,957
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Canopy

40628 Los Alamos BlvdMurrieta, CA 92562
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Amano
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$2,295 - $3,304
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Amano

41545 Ivy StMurrieta, CA 92562
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Montessa Heights
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$2,383 - $3,663
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Montessa Heights

25440 Solaris PlMurrieta, CA 92562
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55+ FountainGlen Grand Isle
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

55+ FountainGlen Grand Isle

24405 Village Walk PlMurrieta, CA 92562
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Camden Vineyards
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Camden Vineyards

24323 Jackson AveMurrieta, CA 92562
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Vista Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Pointe

40680 Walsh Center DrMurrieta, CA 92562
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Oak Springs Ranch
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$2,189 - $7,811
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Oak Springs Ranch

24055 Clinton Keith RdWildomar, CA 92595
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Gables Oak Creek
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$2,307 - $5,230
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Gables Oak Creek

24875 Prielipp RdWildomar, CA 92595
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Marlowe Temecula
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$2,364 - $3,894
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Marlowe Temecula

41461 Buecking DrTemecula, CA 92590
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The Croft
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$2,399 - $3,045
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The Croft

36101 Inland Valley DrWildomar, CA 92595
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Solana Winchester Hills
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$2,438 - $3,168
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$2,438 - $3,168

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Solana Winchester Hills

41100 Temecula Center DrTemecula, CA 92591
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West Murrieta, Murrieta, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Murrieta Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Murrieta area of Murrieta, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Wildomar Senior Apartments priced from $1,678. Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,745. Here are the most affordable West Murrieta apartments for rent in Murrieta, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wildomar Senior Apartments2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,678
Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment HomesStudio LoftStudio,1BA$1,745
Arbors at California OaksThe Aspen1BR,1BA$1,752
55+ FountainGlen Grand IsleAntigua1BR,1BA$1,841
Waterstone at Murrieta1x11BR,1BA$1,871
Bell Murrieta SpringsA1B1BR,1BA$2,062
Pacific LandingThe Gledhill1BR,1BA$2,064
Gables Alta Murrieta1BD1BR,1BA$2,091
Murrieta Meadows Apartments2-Bedroom 2-Bathroom Market2BR,2BA$2,184
The Park on Washington1x1 A1BR,1BA$2,220

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Murrieta, CA

As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Murrieta area is the $2.70 price per square foot The Acacia Model at Pacific Landing in the in the Estrella Hills neighborhood starting from $2,880. The second greatest value West Murrieta apartment is the Chestnut Model at Gables Oak Creek starting at $2,307 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Estrella Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Murrieta apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pacific LandingThe Acacia2BR,2BA$2.70
Gables Oak CreekChestnut2BR,2BA$2.21
Vista PointeDogwood2BR,2BA$2.38
Montessa HeightsB12BR,2BA$2.74
Tricon WildomarPlan 22BR,2.5BA$2.58
Oak Springs Ranch1B1BR,1BA$2.66
Murrieta Meadows Apartments2-Bedroom 2-Bathroom Market2BR,2BA$2.57
Bell Murrieta SpringsA1B1BR,1BA$2.67
Gables Alta Murrieta1BD1BR,1BA$2.95
Wildomar Senior Apartments2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.71

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West Murrieta, Murrieta, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Murrieta. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Murrieta Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Murrieta?

The cheapest apartment in West Murrieta is Arbors at California Oaks which is listed at $1,752, while the average apartment in West Murrieta costs $3,538.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Murrieta?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in West Murrieta that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Murrieta?

Cheap apartments in West Murrieta have an average cost of $169 which is $3,369 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Murrieta.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.