Cheap Apartments for Rent in Trabuco Canyon, CA from $1,000 (24 Rentals)

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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

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26196 Crown Valley PkyMission Viejo, CA 92692
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24950 Via Florecer ViaMission Viejo, CA 92692

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Trabuco Canyon, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Trabuco Canyon, CA

Pricing Updated: 12/09/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Trabuco Canyon, CA area range in price from $1,750 to $5,660 with an overall median price of $4,231. The three Trabuco Canyon neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Wagon Wheel at $1,750, Dove Canyon at $2,130, and Portola Hills at $2,025. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Trabuco Canyon Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Wagon Wheel$4,037$1,750134
Dove Canyon$4,280$2,13050
Portola Hills$4,280$2,02585
Robinson Ranch$4,280$2,13050
Trabuco Highlands$4,280$2,13050

Cheapest Available Trabuco Canyon Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Trabuco Canyon, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa La Paz Apartment Homes in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood priced from $2,130. Westridge Apartment Homes in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,155. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Trabuco Canyon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa La Paz Apartment HomesPlan D1BR,1BA$2,130
Westridge Apartment HomesNavahoStudio,1BA$2,155
55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa MargaritaPalermo1BR,1BA$2,164
Cortesia at Rancho Santa MargaritaSiena A11BR,1BA$2,217
Villas Aliento Apartment HomesPlan 4Studio,1BA$2,265

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trabuco Canyon, CA

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Trabuco Canyon area is the $3.38 price per square foot Plan B1 - 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Overlook at Los Patrones in the in the Skye Isle neighborhood starting from $3,745. The second greatest value Trabuco Canyon apartment is the Plan Seven Model at Villas Antonio Apartment Homes starting at $3,050 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Trabuco Canyon apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Overlook at Los PatronesPlan B1 - 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.38
Villas Antonio Apartment HomesPlan Seven2BR,2BA$3.03
River Oaks ApartmentsMOVE IN SPECIAL: FIRST 2 WEEKS FREE! Upgraded 2...2BR,2BA$3.12
Crestwood Apartment Homes21A2BR,1BA$3.44
Paloma Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 3 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.51
Avila at Rancho Santa MargaritaA11BR,1BA$3.44
Sonterra at Foothill RanchJasmine1BR,1BA$3.56
Bella Vista Apartments1 Bedroom - Plan B1BR,1BA$3.45
Siena TerraceNaples1BR,1BA$3.43
Vista Del LagoCosta1BR,1BA$3.53

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Getting Around Trabuco Canyon, CA

Walk Score®

22 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

21 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Trabuco Canyon Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Trabuco Canyon?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Trabuco Canyon is at Westridge Apartment Homes listed at $2,155.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Trabuco Canyon Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Trabuco Canyon Apartment is $2,130 at Villa La Paz Apartment Homes.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Trabuco Canyon is starting from $2,585 at Villa La Paz Apartment Homes.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.