
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Coast Metro, CA from $1,200 (38 Rentals)
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Creekside Village Apartments

Minnewawa Apartments

Scottsmen Too

Shadowbrook Village

Dry Creek Meadows Apartments

Granite Ridge

Countryside Apartments

Dominion Courtyard Villas
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Dominion Heights

Vintage Park

Boulder Creek Apartments

Spruce Pointe

Cascades

Creekside Village

Birch Court

Le Provence at the Dominion

Tollhouse Crossing
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Dolce Vita Luxury Apartments

Cotswolds

The Villas at Ellis Manor

Nees Park Villas

Sunnyhills Clovis

Marbella Apartments

The Lark at Copper River

Rock Ranch Luxury Rentals

Harbor Pointe Apartments
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Portola Plaza

The Residences at The Row

40368-40366 CA-41

Maple Leaf Apartments

49400 River Park Rd

Cottonwood Grove

1243 CA-41

44989 CA-49

Tempranillo
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3628 Elevations Way

3672 Etchings Way
South Coast Metro, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Coast Metro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Coast Metro Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| South Coast Metro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,919 | $1,250 | $2,289 |
| South Coast Metro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $1,450 | $2,747 |
| South Coast Metro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,586 | $1,750 | $3,164 |
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Cheapest Available South Coast Metro Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Coast Metro, CA is a Studio unit found at Creek Park Village 55+ Senior Community in the Ladera Ranch neighborhood priced from $1,250. Minnewawa Apartments in the Ladera Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,320. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Coast Metro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creek Park Village 55+ Senior Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Minnewawa Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Scottsmen Too | Davenport | 1BR,1BA | $1,358 |
| Dominion Heights | Cape Cod | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Vintage Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Spruce Pointe | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Le Provence at the Dominion | Degas, Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| The Villas at Ellis Manor | Jornada | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Nees Park Villas | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Boulder Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Coast Metro, CA and Nearby
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Coast Metro area is the $1.56 price per square foot Santa Teresa Model at Dominion Courtyard Villas in the in the Woodward Park neighborhood starting from $2,509. The second greatest value South Coast Metro apartment is the Selby, Upstairs Model at Cotswolds starting at $2,333 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Woodward Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Coast Metro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominion Courtyard Villas | Santa Teresa | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.56 |
| Cotswolds | Selby, Upstairs | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Boulder Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| The Residences at The Row | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Harbor Pointe Apartments | 22u | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| The Palms Apartments | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| Dolce Vita Luxury Apartments | 2X2F Florence | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| Nees Park Villas | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.82 |
| Spruce Pointe | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Minnewawa Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Coast Metro Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Coast Metro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Coast Metro Apartment is $1,320 at Minnewawa Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Coast Metro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Coast Metro is starting from $1,500 at Scottsmen Too.
What is the most affordable South Coast Metro Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Coast Metro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Boulder Creek Apartments and starts from $2,095.
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