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3206 Avenida Del PresidenteSan Clemente, CA 92672
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101 W Canada, Unit 6
101 W CanadaSan Clemente, CA 92672
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147 Avenida Serra, Unit 109
147 Avenida SerraSan Clemente, CA 92672
147 Avenida Serra
San ClementeCA92672
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Pacific Pointe Apartments
2459 Corte MerlangoSan Clemente, CA 92673
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Pinnacle at Talega
120 Calle AmistadSan Clemente, CA 92673
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Seacrest Apartments
240 Avenida Vista MontanaSan Clemente, CA 92672
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248 W Avenida Palizada, Unit 2
248 W Avenida PalizadaSan Clemente, CA 92672
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101 W Canada, Unit 8
101 W CanadaSan Clemente, CA 92672
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3109 S El Camino Real
San ClementeCA92672
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248 W Avenida Palizada, Unit 9
248 W Avenida PalizadaSan Clemente, CA 92672
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3109 S El Camino Real, Unit #B, Unit #B
3109 S El Camino RealSan Clemente, CA 92672
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Everleigh San Clemente 55+ Apartment Homes
515 Avenida VaqueroSan Clemente, CA 92673
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223 Avenida Granada, Unit #2, Unit #2
223 Avenida GranadaSan Clemente, CA 92672
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248 Avenida Del Poniente
San ClementeCA92672
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2623 Calle Del Comercio
San ClementeCA92672
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Baha Park
3204 Avenida Del PresidenteSan Clemente, CA 92672
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El Presidente
3304 Ave Del PresidenteSan Clemente, CA 92672
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2300 Calle Lobina
2300 Calle LobinaSan Clemente, CA 92673
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2731 Calle Del Comercio
2731 Calle Del ComercioSan Clemente, CA 92672
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Goldschmidt House Apartments
243 Avenida La CuestaSan Clemente, CA 92672
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Rancho Del Mar
1100 Calle Del CerroSan Clemente, CA 92672
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242 W Avenida Palizada
242 W Avenida PalizadaSan Clemente, CA 92672
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113 Capistrano Ln
113 Capistrano LnSan Clemente, CA 92672
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247 Avenida Montalvo
247 Avenida MontalvoSan Clemente, CA 92672
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Seasons Senior
31641 Rancho Viejo RdSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
26341 Via Corrizo
San Juan CapistranoCA92675
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33742 Alcazar Dr, Unit Studio-Unit C, Unit Studio-Unit C
33742 Alcazar DrDana Point, CA 92629
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The Palmer
26451 Camino de VisSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
33936 Alcazar Dr
Dana PointCA92629
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Villa Paloma Senior Apartments
27221 Paseo EspadaSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Harrison House Apartments
27832 Ortega HwySan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Seasons II San Juan Capistrano
27271 Paseo Espada RdSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Dana Point Oasis
34544 Calle PortolaDana Point, CA 92624
30902 Club House Dr
Laguna NiguelCA92677
34152 Selva Rd
Dana PointCA92629
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San Clemente, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Clemente?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap San Clemente 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,976 | $2,195 | $5,500 |
| Cheap San Clemente 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,789 | $2,695 | $6,461 |
| Cheap San Clemente 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,698 | $2,950 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Clemente, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/30/2026Current apartment rentals in the San Clemente, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Clemente Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabella at Talega | $8,000 | $2,295 | 42 |
Cheapest Available San Clemente Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Clemente, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Seacrest Apartments in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood priced from $2,496. Pinnacle at Talega in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,499. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Clemente apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Seacrest Apartments | Coronado | 1BR,1BA | $2,496 |
| Pinnacle at Talega | Prestige | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| The Palmer | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,710 |
| Rancho Del Mar | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $2,730 |
| Everleigh San Clemente 55+ Apartment Homes | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $3,021 |
| Pacific Pointe Apartments | Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3,210 |
| 811 Buena Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,495 |
| San Onofre 1 | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $3,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Clemente, CA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Clemente area is the $1.99 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at San Onofre 1 in the starting from $3,650. The second greatest value San Clemente apartment is the Horizon 105 B Model at Casa Pasifica starting at $5,000 with a $4.72 price per square foot in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Clemente apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| San Onofre 1 | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.99 |
| Casa Pasifica | Horizon 105 B | 2BR,2BA | $4.72 |
| 223 Avenida Granada, Unit #2 | 223 Avenida Granada | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Pacific Pointe Apartments | Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.60 |
| 3109 S El Camino Real, Unit #B | 3109 S El Camino Real | 2BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| The Palmer | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.23 |
| Seacrest Apartments | Doheny | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Pinnacle at Talega | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Everleigh San Clemente 55+ Apartment Homes | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.97 |
| Rancho Del Mar | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $4.86 |
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San Clemente Overview
Known as the 'Spanish Village By The Hill', San Clemente offers gorgeous sweeping views of the Pacific ocean as well as a bounty of scenic hillside. Highlighted by pleasing Spanish architectural flourishes and ideally located midway between Los Angeles and San Diego, this California dream spot is an ideal place to hang your hat.
Why live in San Clemente, CA?
Always in-demand thanks to its amazing weather and bountiful scenery, this coastal California hot spot is an excellent option for anyone eager to connect with a new West Coast rental. Local schools consistently make the grade, and easy commuter access to the hubs of LA and San Diego helps make San Clemente apartments ideal for anyone looking for a large city job market without the expense and hassle of actually living there.
San Clemente, CAPopulation: 64,857
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Clemente Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Clemente?
The cheapest apartment in San Clemente is Seacrest Apartments which is listed at $2,496, while the average apartment in San Clemente costs $8,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Clemente?
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 3 regular apartments in San Clemente 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 San Clemente?
Cheap apartments in San Clemente have an average cost of $133 which is $7,867 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Clemente.
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