
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Juan Capistrano Neighborhood of San Juan Capistrano, CA from $1,100 (18 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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Seasons Senior

Rancho Alipaz

26272 Via de Gavilan

Avelina
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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 Studio Apartments | $1,388 | $1,177 | $1,481 |
| Downtown San Juan Capistrano 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,940 | $1,135 | $5,080 |
| Downtown San Juan Capistrano 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,511 | $1,513 | $5,480 |
| Downtown San Juan Capistrano 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,893 | $4,816 | $4,946 |
| Downtown San Juan Capistrano 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,200 | $7,200 | $7,200 |
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There are currently 18 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 $2,543. Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,644. 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 | $2,543 |
| Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,644 |
| Sendero Gateway Apartment Homes | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $2,705 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Prado West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4,151 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Juan Capistrano, CA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Juan Capistrano area is the $4.78 price per square foot A1 Model at Prado West in the in the Laguna Niguel South neighborhood starting from $4,151. The second greatest value Downtown San Juan Capistrano apartment is the Sage Model at Sendero Gateway Apartment Homes starting at $2,850 with a $3.63 price per square foot in the Coastline 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prado West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.78 |
| Sendero Gateway Apartment Homes | Sage | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Seaside at Laguna Heights | Seaside Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.24 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.20 |
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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 $2,543 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 $3,063 at Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals.
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