
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Juan Capistrano, CA from $1,000 (9 Rentals)
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San Juan Capistrano, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Juan Capistrano?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap San Juan Capistrano Studio Apartments | $2,482 | $2,235 | $2,823 |
| Cheap San Juan Capistrano 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,910 | $1,818 | $4,863 |
| Cheap San Juan Capistrano 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,599 | $2,161 | $6,025 |
| Cheap San Juan Capistrano 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,368 | $3,790 | $5,600 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Pricing Updated: 01/20/2026Current apartment rentals in the San Juan Capistrano, CA area range in price from $1,818 to $17,000 with an overall median price of $4,147. The three San Juan Capistrano neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Meredith Canyon at $1,818, Connemara at $2,405, and Capistrano Royale at $1,818. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Juan Capistrano Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meredith Canyon | $3,620 | $1,818 | 12 |
| Connemara | $3,645 | $2,405 | 12 |
| Capistrano Royale | $3,865 | $1,818 | 126 |
| Downtown San Juan Capistrano | $4,484 | $1,818 | 57 |
| Marbella | $4,484 | $1,818 | 68 |
| Coastline | $4,788 | $1,818 | 67 |
Cheapest Available San Juan Capistrano Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Juan Capistrano, CA is a Studio unit found at Hanover Laguna Niguel in the Highland Park neighborhood priced from $2,321. 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 $2,357. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Juan Capistrano apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanover Laguna Niguel | A | Studio,1BA | $2,321 |
| The Palms at Laguna Niguel | Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2,357 |
| Bellogente Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,385 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Juan Capistrano, CA
As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Juan Capistrano area is the $3.06 price per square foot Plan D2 Model at Harbor Pointe in the in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood starting from $3,823. The second greatest value San Juan Capistrano apartment is the Plan 4 Model at Laurel Glen Apartment Homes starting at $4,080 with a $3.47 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Pointe | Plan D2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.06 |
| Laurel Glen Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 3BR,2BA | $3.47 |
| Esencia Sur Apartment Homes | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| Sendero Gateway Apartment Homes | Larkspur | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| The Vista at Laguna | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $3.30 |
| Laguna Serrano | Plan C - AVAILABLE. Downstairs unit. | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| Vista Real Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Bellogente Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Skye | A06 | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Juan Capistrano Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Juan Capistrano?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Juan Capistrano is under $2,540.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Juan Capistrano?
The cheapest apartment in San Juan Capistrano is The Palms at Laguna Niguel which is listed at $2,357, while the average apartment in San Juan Capistrano costs $4,147.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Juan Capistrano?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in San Juan Capistrano that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in San Juan Capistrano?
Cheap apartments in San Juan Capistrano have an average cost of $488 which is $3,659 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Juan Capistrano.
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