Cheap Homes for Rent in San Clemente, CA from $2,000 (10 Rentals)

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property at 26341 Via Corrizo

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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26341 Via Corrizo

San Juan CapistranoCA92675

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property at 33852 Del Obispo St

$3,450

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$3,450

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$3,450

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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33852 Del Obispo St, Unit 107, Unit 107

33852 Del Obispo St
Dana PointCA92629

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San Clemente, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Clemente, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/28/2026

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$8,000$2,29541

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 $2,499. Pinnacle at Talega in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,517. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Clemente apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Seacrest ApartmentsCoronado1BR,1BA$2,499
Pinnacle at TalegaPrestige1BR,1BA$2,517
The PalmerPlan A11BR,1BA$2,710

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Clemente, CA

As of April 29, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
San Onofre 13 Bedroom 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$1.99
Casa PasificaHorizon 105 B2BR,2BA$4.72
Everleigh San Clemente 55+ Apartment Homes2x2C2BR,2BA$4.37
223 Avenida Granada, Unit #2223 Avenida Granada2BR,1BA$3.13
Pacific Pointe ApartmentsPlan B12BR,2BA$3.60
3109 S El Camino Real, Unit #B3109 S El Camino Real2BR,1BA$3.45
The PalmerPlan A21BR,1BA$4.23
Seacrest ApartmentsDoheny1BR,1BA$4.23
pinnacle-at-talegaAspire1BR,1BA$4.00
Rancho Del MarAvalon1BR,1BA$4.86

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San Clemente, CA
Population: 64,857

Ranked #579

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Clemente

What type of rentals are currently available in San Clemente?

There are currently 382 Apartments for Rent in San Clemente, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,195 to $9,000. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Clemente ranging from $2,000 to $89,500.

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 $2,000 to $89,500 with an average monthly rent of $11,512.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.