
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Luis Rey, CA from $1,700 (47 Rentals)
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Suncrest Ridge

Briarcrest Apartments

OakLeaf Apartments

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Creekwood Villas

Ocean Park Apartments

Camino Colony

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Ocean View Terrace Apartments

The Villages Of Monterey
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Elan Paseo Vista

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Island Club

Silver Oak Apartments

Stoneybrook Apartments

Riverview Springs

Carlsbad View Apartments

Villa Del Mar Apartments (new)

Boulevard

River Oaks
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Shadow Ridge Apartments

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Stone Arbor

Canyon Club Apartments

South River Village

Montecito Village

Presidio at Rancho Del Oro

The Dylan

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The Pointe at 2316

Mission Hills
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Elan Oceano

528 N Citrus Ave

432 Edgehill Ln

Villa Camino Apartments

5062 Los Morros Way

2363-2369-2369 Snead Dr

133 Fireside St

Canyon Creek Apartments C

Valley View Apartments
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Ocean Breeze

Country Villas

Sunterra

200 N El Camino Real

513 Calle Montecito

4546 Big Sur St

4212 Vista Panorama Way

4825 Northerly St

5034 Los Morros Way
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156 Avenida Descanso

2929 Fire Mountain Dr
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 | $2,673 | $2,025 | $3,013 |
| San Luis Rey 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $1,725 | $3,197 |
| San Luis Rey 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,095 | $2,075 | $4,280 |
| San Luis Rey 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,012 | $2,402 | $5,550 |
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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 Suncrest Ridge in the Mira Costa neighborhood priced from $1,899. Briarcrest Apartments in the Mira Costa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,980. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Luis Rey apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suncrest Ridge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Briarcrest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Ocean Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| The Villages Of Monterey | Monterey Bay | 1BR,1BA | $2,132 |
| Elan Paseo Vista | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Silver Oak Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Stoneybrook Apartments | 2 Bed /1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Carlsbad View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Villa Del Mar Apartments (new) | 1x1UP | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Boulevard | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Luis Rey, CA and Nearby
As of April 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Luis Rey area is the $2.63 price per square foot The Verona Model at Piazza D'Oro in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $4,480. The second greatest value San Luis Rey apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.25 Bath Model at Villa Camino Apartments starting at $2,519 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Mira Costa 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 | $2.63 |
| Villa Camino Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.25 Bath | 2BR,1.25BA | $2.46 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Mission Hills | Plan 2B | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Valley View Apartments | 2/2 Standard | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| Stoneybrook Apartments | 2 Bed /1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| South River Village | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath-60% AMI | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.54 |
| Sunterra | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Ocean View Terrace Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Briarcrest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Luis Rey Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Luis Rey?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Luis Rey is at Ocean Creek listed at $2,983.
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 $1,899 at Suncrest Ridge.
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 $2,200 at Stoneybrook 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 South River Village and starts from $2,402.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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.

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.