
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Luis Rey, CA from $1,600 (18 Rentals)
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San Luis Rey, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Luis Rey?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Luis Rey Studio Apartments | $1,775 | $1,625 | $1,925 |
| San Luis Rey 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,318 | $1,725 | $2,955 |
| San Luis Rey 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,008 | $2,075 | $3,860 |
| San Luis Rey 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,565 | $2,650 | $4,241 |
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Cheapest Available San Luis Rey Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Luis Rey, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Briarcrest Apartments in the Mira Costa neighborhood priced from $1,980. Canyon Creek Apartments C in the Mira Costa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Luis Rey apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarcrest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Canyon Creek Apartments C | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Suncrest Ridge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Elan Paseo Vista | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Creekwood Villas | 1+1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Luis Rey, CA and Nearby
As of February 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Luis Rey area is the $2.37 price per square foot The Verona Model at Piazza D'Oro in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $4,044. The second greatest value San Luis Rey apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath A Model at Elan Oceano starting at $2,795 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the San Luis Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Luis Rey apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piazza D'Oro | The Verona | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.37 |
| Elan Oceano | 2 Bed 2 Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Mission Hills | Plan 2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Summit By The Lake | Plan D 2X1L | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Silver Oak Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Carlsbad View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Villa Camino Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Elan Paseo Vista | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Briarcrest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Luis Rey Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Luis Rey Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Luis Rey Apartment is $1,980 at Briarcrest Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Luis Rey Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Luis Rey is starting from $2,250 at Briarcrest Apartments.
What is the most affordable San Luis Rey Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Luis Rey Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Villages Of Monterey and starts from $2,869.
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