Cheap Homes for Rent in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA from $1,800 (6 Rentals)

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Rancho Mission Viejo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rancho Mission Viejo Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes in the Highland Park neighborhood priced from $2,205. Mosaic Apartment Homes in the Highland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,210. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rancho Mission Viejo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage Park Senior Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$2,205
Mosaic Apartment HomesPlan AStudio,1BA$2,210
Heritage Square Senior Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA and Nearby

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Mission Viejo area is the $3.12 price per square foot Plan B2 - 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at The Overlook at Los Patrones in the in the Skye Isle neighborhood starting from $4,030. The second greatest value Rancho Mission Viejo apartment is the Plan 3 Model at Laurel Canyon Apartment Homes starting at $3,335 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the Skye Isle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho Mission Viejo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Overlook at Los PatronesPlan B2 - 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome2BR,2.5BA$3.12
Laurel Canyon Apartment HomesPlan 32BR,2BA$3.21
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsTownhome 3 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.39
The Vista at Laguna2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A2BR,2BA$3.12
Vista Real Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.39
Las Flores Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.48
Hidden Hills Condominium RentalsResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.49
SkyeA06 | 1X11BR,1BA$3.57
Laurel Terrace Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$3.63
Apex Laguna Niguel ApartmentsS2Studio ,1BA$3.54

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rancho Mission Viejo

What type of rentals are currently available in Rancho Mission Viejo?

There are currently 57 Apartments for Rent in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,210 to $9,467. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho Mission Viejo ranging from $1,800 to $28,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rancho Mission Viejo?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rancho Mission Viejo ranges from $1,800 to $28,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,815.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rancho Mission Viejo?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rancho Mission Viejo range from $3,710 to $9,467, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $13,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,800.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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