Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Clemente, CA from $1,100 (6 Rentals)

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Baha Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Baha Park

3204 Avenida Del PresidenteSan Clemente, CA 92672
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El Presidente
1 Bedroom Apartments

El Presidente

3304 Ave Del PresidenteSan Clemente, CA 92672
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Villa Paloma Senior Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Paloma Senior Apartments

27221 Paseo EspadaSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Senior Living
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San Clemente, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Clemente, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/13/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Sabella at Talega$3,753$2,19528

Cheapest Available San Clemente Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Clemente, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific Pointe Apartments in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood priced from $2,405. Rancho Del Mar in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,413. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Clemente apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific Pointe ApartmentsPlan S1Studio,1BA$2,405
Rancho Del MarAvalon1BR,1BA$2,413
Pinnacle at TalegaAspire1BR,1BA$2,467

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Clemente, CA

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Clemente area is the $2.08 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at San Onofre 1 in the starting from $3,594. The second greatest value San Clemente apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at High Tide starting at $2,895 with a $2.99 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for San Clemente apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
San Onofre 14 Bedroom 2.5 Bath4BR,2.5BA$2.08
High Tide2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.99
Seacrest ApartmentsDoheny1BR,1BA$3.95
The PalmerPlan A11BR,1BA$4.12
San Clemente Beachwalk1X11BR,1BA$3.93
Pinnacle at TalegaAspire1BR,1BA$3.90
Rancho Del MarAvalon1BR,1BA$4.29
Pacific Pointe ApartmentsPlan S1Studio ,1BA$4.88

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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. 

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Getting Around San Clemente, CA

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Clemente Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Clemente Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Clemente Apartment is $2,413 at Rancho Del Mar.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Clemente Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Clemente is starting from $2,895 at High Tide.

What is the most affordable San Clemente Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Clemente Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at High Tide and starts from $3,195.

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