
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Juan Capistrano, CA from $1,000 (8 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Juan Capistrano?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap San Juan Capistrano Studio Apartments | $2,784 | $2,235 | $4,852 |
Cheap San Juan Capistrano 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,291 | $1,500 | $7,268 |
Cheap San Juan Capistrano 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,052 | $2,739 | $8,099 |
Cheap San Juan Capistrano 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,398 | $3,675 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the San Juan Capistrano, CA area range in price from $1,500 to $10,146 with an overall median price of $4,642. The three San Juan Capistrano neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Capistrano Royale at $1,500, Village San Juan at $1,500, and Downtown San Juan Capistrano at $1,500. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Juan Capistrano Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Capistrano Royale | $4,287 | $1,500 | 135 |
Village San Juan | $4,287 | $1,500 | 144 |
Downtown San Juan Capistrano | $4,742 | $1,500 | 70 |
Marbella | $4,742 | $1,500 | 73 |
Coastline | $4,767 | $1,500 | 79 |
Connemara | $4,837 | $2,500 | 26 |
Meredith Canyon | $4,837 | $1,500 | 27 |
Cheapest Available San Juan Capistrano Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Juan Capistrano, CA is a Studio unit found at Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments in the Highland Park neighborhood priced from $2,365. Skye in the Highland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,385. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Juan Capistrano apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,365 |
Skye | A01A | 1X1 ALT | 1BR,1BA | $2,385 |
IMT Laguna Niguel | E1 | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Juan Capistrano, CA
As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Juan Capistrano area is the $3.53 price per square foot Furnished 3 bed 3 bath Model at Dana Point Oasis in the in the Coastline neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value San Juan Capistrano apartment is the A3TH Model at Prado West starting at $4,999 with a $3.40 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel South 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. |
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Dana Point Oasis | Furnished 3 bed 3 bath | 3BR,3BA | $3.53 |
Prado West | A3TH | 1BR,2BA | $3.40 |
Laurel Glen Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.30 |
Sendero Gateway Apartment Homes | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
Vista Real Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
Esencia Sur Apartment Homes | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
Skye | A07 | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Vilara | The Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
Laurel Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
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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
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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 Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments listed at $2,365.
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 $2,385 at Skye.
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 $2,739 at The Palms at Laguna Niguel.
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 $4,185.
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