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Willowbrook Apartments

28465 Felix Valdez StTemecula, CA 92590
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Temecula, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/08/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Temecula, CA area range in price from $1,700 to $3,890 with an overall median price of $3,187. The three Temecula neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Los Ranchitos at $1,800, Margarita Village Temeku Hills at $1,700, and Wolf Creek at $2,194. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Temecula Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Los Ranchitos$2,936$1,80063
Margarita Village Temeku Hills$2,936$1,70075
Wolf Creek$2,936$2,19412
Paloma del Sol Paseo del Sol$2,998$1,89533
Roripaugh Ranch$2,998$1,70012
Sierra Estates$3,006$1,90530
Crowne Hill$3,090$2,1949
Vail Ranch$3,090$2,05511
Harveston$3,175$1,700328
Maravilla$3,217$1,800277

Cheapest Available Temecula Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Temecula, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hilltop at Winchester Creek in the Murrieta East neighborhood priced from $1,895. Vintage View Apartments in the Maravilla neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,905. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Temecula apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hilltop at Winchester CreekR1B1BR,1BA$1,895
Vintage View Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,905
Gables Alta Murrieta1BD1BR,1BA$1,990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Temecula, CA

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Temecula area is the $2.61 price per square foot 2x2 C Model at The Max on Jefferson in the in the Copper Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,045. The second greatest value Temecula apartment is the 2-2B Model at Margarita Summit Apartments starting at $2,385 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Maravilla 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.
The Max on Jefferson2x2 C2BR,2BA$2.61
Margarita Summit Apartments2-2B2BR,2BA$2.40
Summer Breeze ApartmentsD22BR,2BA$2.22
Solaire2x22BR,2BA$2.41
Temecula Gardens Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.44
Lakeridge Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.22
Stonewood Apartment Homes2x22BR,2BA$2.64
Portofino Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.53
Vista PointeAmber1BR,1BA$2.62
Hilltop at Winchester CreekR1A1BR,1BA$2.56

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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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Getting Around Temecula, CA

Walk Score®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

15 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 $1,895 at Hilltop at Winchester Creek.

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 $1,995 at Lakeridge Apartments.

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 $2,595.

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