
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Juan Capistrano Neighborhood of San Juan Capistrano, CA from $1,100 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown San Juan Capistrano area of San Juan Capistrano.


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Downtown San Juan Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Juan Capistrano?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Juan Capistrano 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,906 | $2,490 | $4,562 |
| Downtown San Juan Capistrano 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,481 | $2,861 | $5,600 |
| Downtown San Juan Capistrano 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,536 | $4,080 | $4,912 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Juan Capistrano Neighborhood of San Juan Capistrano, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown San Juan Capistrano Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown San Juan Capistrano area of San Juan Capistrano, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Seaside at Laguna Heights priced from $2,490. Seabrook at Bear Brand has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,578. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Juan Capistrano apartments for rent in San Juan Capistrano, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaside at Laguna Heights | Seaside Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,490 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,578 |
| Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $2,739 |
| The Palmer | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,810 |
| Laguna Serrano | Plan C - AVAILABLE. Upstairs unit. | 2BR,2BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Juan Capistrano, CA
As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Juan Capistrano area is the $3.33 price per square foot Larkspur Model at Sendero Gateway Apartment Homes in the in the Coastline neighborhood starting from $3,425. The second greatest value Downtown San Juan Capistrano apartment is the Plan C - AVAILABLE. Downstairs unit. Model at Laguna Serrano starting at $2,995 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the Highland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Juan Capistrano apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sendero Gateway Apartment Homes | Larkspur | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| Laguna Serrano | Plan C - AVAILABLE. Downstairs unit. | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| The Palmer | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| Seaside at Laguna Heights | Seaside Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Juan Capistrano Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown San Juan Capistrano Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown San Juan Capistrano Apartment is $2,490 at Seaside at Laguna Heights.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown San Juan Capistrano Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Juan Capistrano is starting from $2,995 at Laguna Serrano.
What is the most affordable Downtown San Juan Capistrano Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown San Juan Capistrano Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sendero Gateway Apartment Homes and starts from $4,080.
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