Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Juan Capistrano, CA from $1,000 (9 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: 01/20/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Meredith Canyon$3,620$1,81812
Connemara$3,645$2,40512
Capistrano Royale$3,865$1,818126
Downtown San Juan Capistrano$4,484$1,81857
Marbella$4,484$1,81868
Coastline$4,788$1,81867

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hanover Laguna NiguelAStudio,1BA$2,321
The Palms at Laguna NiguelSeville1BR,1BA$2,357
Bellogente Garden ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Harbor PointePlan D22BR,2.5BA$3.06
Laurel Glen Apartment HomesPlan 43BR,2BA$3.47
Esencia Sur Apartment HomesPlan 2B2BR,2BA$3.46
Sendero Gateway Apartment HomesLarkspur2BR,2BA$3.41
The Vista at Laguna2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A2BR,2BA$3.30
Laguna SerranoPlan C - AVAILABLE. Downstairs unit.2BR,2BA$3.21
Vista Real Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$3.13
Apex Laguna Niguel ApartmentsA41BR,1BA$3.09
Bellogente Garden ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.10
SkyeA06 | 1X11BR,1BA$3.63

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!