Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Juan Capistrano, CA from $1,000 (7 Rentals)

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Villa Paloma Senior Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Paloma Senior Apartments

27221 Paseo EspadaSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Groves Seniors 62+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Groves Seniors 62+

30333 Camino CapistranoSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Arroyo Vista
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Arroyo Vista

26196 Crown Valley PkyMission Viejo, CA 92692
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Idyllwillow
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Idyllwillow

28032-28032 Marguerite PkyMission Viejo, CA 92692

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33741 Olinda Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

33741 Olinda Dr

33741 Olinda DrDana Point, CA 92629

San Juan Capistrano, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Pricing Updated: 10/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the San Juan Capistrano, CA area range in price from $2,235 to $8,500 with an overall median price of $4,051. The three San Juan Capistrano neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Connemara at $2,290, Meredith Canyon at $2,290, and Capistrano Royale at $2,235. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Juan Capistrano Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Connemara$3,680$2,29025
Meredith Canyon$3,680$2,29026
Capistrano Royale$4,100$2,235131
Marbella$4,197$2,37982
Downtown San Juan Capistrano$4,210$2,47886
Coastline$4,442$2,40097

Cheapest Available San Juan Capistrano Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Juan Capistrano, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific Pointe Apartments in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood priced from $2,290. The Palms at Laguna Niguel in the Highland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,379. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Juan Capistrano apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific Pointe ApartmentsPlan S1Studio,1BA$2,290
The Palms at Laguna NiguelSeville1BR,1BA$2,379
Blu ApartmentsS100Studio,1BA$2,411

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Juan Capistrano, CA

As of October 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Juan Capistrano area is the $3.04 price per square foot Plan D - AVAILABLE. Upstairs unit. Model at Laguna Serrano in the in the Highland Park neighborhood starting from $3,075. The second greatest value San Juan Capistrano apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan B Model at The Vista at Laguna starting at $2,995 with a $2.97 price per square foot in the Highland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Juan Capistrano apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Laguna SerranoPlan D - AVAILABLE. Upstairs unit.2BR,2BA$3.04
The Vista at Laguna2 Bed 2 Bath Plan B2BR,2BA$2.97
Sendero Gateway Apartment HomesSage1BR,1BA$3.47
Harbor PointePlan A1BR,1BA$3.49
Vista Real Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.50
Apex Laguna Niguel ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$3.74
VilaraThe Deluxe1BR,1BA$3.88
Hidden Hills Condominium RentalsResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.61
Laurel Glen Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.90
Bella Vista Apartments1 Bedroom - Plan B1BR,1BA$3.45

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Getting Around San Juan Capistrano, CA

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Juan Capistrano Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Juan Capistrano?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Juan Capistrano is at Pacific Pointe Apartments listed at $2,290.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Juan Capistrano Apartment is $2,379 at The Palms at Laguna Niguel.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Juan Capistrano is starting from $2,944 at Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals.

What is the most affordable San Juan Capistrano Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Juan Capistrano Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at IMT Laguna Niguel and starts from $4,095.

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