Cheap Apartments for Rent in Temecula, CA from $1,100 (7 Rentals)

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Willowbrook Apartments

28465 Felix Valdez StTemecula, CA 92590
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Portola Terrace

28701 Pujol StTemecula, CA 92590

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Temecula, CA

Pricing Updated: 01/24/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Temecula, CA area range in price from $1,655 to $4,570 with an overall median price of $3,226. The three Temecula neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Paloma del Sol Paseo del Sol at $1,845, Margarita Village Temeku Hills at $1,655, and Wolf Creek at $2,131. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Temecula Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Paloma del Sol Paseo del Sol$2,650$1,84534
Margarita Village Temeku Hills$2,973$1,65599
Wolf Creek$2,978$2,13115
Sierra Estates$3,073$1,65536
Barrington at Harveston$3,077$1,815142
Crowne Hill$3,288$2,16016
Redhawk$3,288$2,1608
Vail Ranch$3,288$1,93518
Harveston$3,295$1,695236
Los Ranchitos$3,295$1,65579

Cheapest Available Temecula Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Temecula, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vintage View Apartments in the Maravilla neighborhood priced from $1,655. Hilltop at Winchester Creek in the Murrieta East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Temecula apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vintage View Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,655
Hilltop at Winchester CreekR1B1BR,1BA$1,695
Lakeridge Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Temecula, CA

As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Temecula area is the $2.42 price per square foot Evergreen Model at Vista Pointe in the in the Estrella Hills neighborhood starting from $2,675. The second greatest value Temecula apartment is the 28221 Via Princesa Model at 28221 Via Princesa, Unit 1 starting at $1,950 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Murrieta East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Temecula apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vista PointeEvergreen3BR,2BA$2.42
28221 Via Princesa, Unit 128221 Via Princesa2BR,2BA$1.77
Sycamore Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.19
Temecula RidgeMessina2BR,2BA$2.37
Margarita Summit Apartments2-2A2BR,2BA$2.39
Summer Breeze ApartmentsD22BR,2BA$2.35
Solaire2x22BR,2BA$2.47
Mira Loma Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.23
Portofino Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.34
Hilltop at Winchester CreekR1A1BR,1BA$2.29

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Temecula Overview

Located between Los Angeles and San Diego, Temecula is the Napa Valley of Southern California. Known for its wineries, golf courses and annual Balloon Festival, it�s perfect for the young and young at heart. The sunny warm weather is perfect if you enjoy the outdoors. With shops and amenities in close proximity to each other, apartments in Temecula are centrally located.

Why live in Temecula, CA?

Temecula is small town living with the benefit of Los Angeles and San Diego at your fingertips. Its proximity to world famous attractions like Disneyland, Legoland, Universal Studios and Sea World make it an ideal place if you want to enjoy the benefits of a big city without the high housing costs of big cities. But don�t be fooled, Temecula is a destination in and of itself with its wineries and outdoor activities. It is especially popular amongst young families for its clean air, warm weather and affordable housing.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Temecula Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Temecula Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Temecula Apartment is $1,655 at Vintage View Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Temecula Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Temecula is starting from $1,834 at 55+ FountainGlen Temecula.

What is the most affordable Temecula Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Temecula Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hilltop at Winchester Creek and starts from $2,495.

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