Cheap Homes for Rent in San Clemente, CA from $2,400 (12 Rentals)
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243 Avenida Pelayo

32221 Alipaz St, Unit 262
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34031 Pequito Dr

112 Avenida Pelayo

506 Avenida Victoria

25008 Terrace Lantern

3830 Avenida Del Presidente, Unit 8

33901 Copper Lantern St

107 Avenida Pala

1064 Calle Del Cerro

1076 Calle Del Cerro
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San Clemente, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in San Clemente?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Clemente 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,128 | $2,450 | $5,500 |
San Clemente 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,342 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
San Clemente 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,290 | $7,350 | $10,000+ |
San Clemente 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,999 | $7,999 | $7,999 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Clemente, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/02/2025Current 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 |
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Sabella at Talega | $5,500 | $1,950 | 66 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Seaview Terrace Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom (B) | 1BR,1BA | $2,598 |
Pinnacle at Talega | Prestige | 1BR,1BA | $2,699 |
Seacrest Apartments | Coronado | 1BR,1BA | $2,746 |
Everleigh San Clemente 55+ Apartment Homes | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Rancho Del Mar | Balboa | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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25072 Alicia Dr, Unit A | 25072 Alicia Dr | 3BR,2BA | $3.40 |
San Onofre 1 | 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.08 |
Dana Point Oasis | Furnished 3 bed 3 bath | 3BR,3BA | $3.53 |
High Tide | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
Pacific Pointe Apartments | Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.64 |
Rancho Del Mar | Balboa | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
The Palmer | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.37 |
Pinnacle at Talega | Prestige | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
Seacrest Apartments | Coronado | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
2912 Via Hidalgo, Unit 2912 via Hidalgo b | 2912 Via Hidalgo | Studio ,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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