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34031 Pequito Dr

Dana PointCA92629

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San Clemente, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Clemente, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/02/2025

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$5,500$1,95066

Cheapest Available San Clemente Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Clemente, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Seaview Terrace Apartment Homes in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood priced from $2,598. Pinnacle at Talega in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Clemente apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Seaview Terrace Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom (B)1BR,1BA$2,598
Pinnacle at TalegaPrestige1BR,1BA$2,699
Seacrest ApartmentsCoronado1BR,1BA$2,746
Everleigh San Clemente 55+ Apartment Homes1x1B1BR,1BA$2,800
Rancho Del MarBalboa1BR,1BA$2,835

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Clemente, CA

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Clemente area is the $3.40 price per square foot 25072 Alicia Dr Model at 25072 Alicia Dr, Unit A in the in the Laguna Niguel South neighborhood starting from $6,800. The second greatest value San Clemente apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at San Onofre 1 starting at $3,594 with a $2.08 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.
25072 Alicia Dr, Unit A25072 Alicia Dr3BR,2BA$3.40
San Onofre 14 Bedroom 2.5 Bath4BR,2.5BA$2.08
Dana Point OasisFurnished 3 bed 3 bath3BR,3BA$3.53
High Tide2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.09
Pacific Pointe ApartmentsPlan B12BR,2BA$3.64
Rancho Del MarBalboa1BR,1BA$3.78
The PalmerPlan A21BR,1BA$4.37
Pinnacle at TalegaPrestige1BR,1BA$4.03
Seacrest ApartmentsCoronado1BR,1BA$4.14
2912 Via Hidalgo, Unit 2912 via Hidalgo b2912 Via HidalgoStudio ,1BA$4.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Clemente

What type of rentals are currently available in San Clemente?

There are currently 375 Apartments for Rent in San Clemente, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,000 to $22,000. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Clemente ranging from $2,400 to $15,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Clemente?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Clemente ranges from $2,400 to $15,400 with an average monthly rent of $5,692.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Clemente?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Clemente range from $3,395 to $7,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,500 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,594.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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