
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Trabuco Canyon, CA from $1,000 (33 Rentals)
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141 Timbre

Los Alisos at Mission Viejo

Villa La Paz Apartment Homes

Mosaic Apartment Homes

96 Flor De Sol, Unit NA

Villas Aliento Apartment Homes

Westridge Apartment Homes
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Villas Antonio Apartment Homes

eaves Santa Margarita

Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita

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Las Flores Apartment Homes

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Sonterra at Foothill Ranch

Siena Terrace
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Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita

Vista Del Lago

The Highlands

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Overture Rancho Santa Margarita 55+ Senior Housing Apartment Homes

Arroyo Vista

3 Sheridan Ln

55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita

eaves Mission Viejo
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Laurel Glen Apartment Homes

20702 El Toro Rd

Arroyo at Baker Ranch

26832 Belleza Cir

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55+ Remington at Ladera Ranch

Madrid
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Trabuco Canyon, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Trabuco Canyon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Trabuco Canyon Studio Apartments | $2,318 | $2,095 | $2,999 |
| Cheap Trabuco Canyon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,601 | $1,500 | $3,480 |
| Cheap Trabuco Canyon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,228 | $2,705 | $4,400 |
| Cheap Trabuco Canyon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,507 | $3,749 | $6,130 |
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Trabuco Canyon, CA Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Trabuco Canyon, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the Trabuco Canyon, CA area range in price from $1,500 to $6,130 with an overall median price of $3,846. The three Trabuco Canyon neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Dove Canyon at $2,060, Robinson Ranch at $2,060, and Trabuco Highlands at $2,060. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Trabuco Canyon Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dove Canyon | $3,265 | $2,060 | 49 |
| Robinson Ranch | $3,265 | $2,060 | 49 |
| Trabuco Highlands | $3,265 | $2,060 | 49 |
| Wagon Wheel | $4,275 | $2,095 | 116 |
| Portola Hills | $5,160 | $1,500 | 91 |
Cheapest Available Trabuco Canyon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Trabuco Canyon, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Los Alisos at Mission Viejo in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood priced from $1,750. Villa La Paz Apartment Homes in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,060. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Trabuco Canyon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Villa La Paz Apartment Homes | Plan D | 1BR,1BA | $2,060 |
| Mosaic Apartment Homes | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | Palermo | 1BR,1BA | $2,197 |
| Villas Aliento Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | Studio,1BA | $2,205 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Navaho | Studio,1BA | $2,230 |
| Villas Antonio Apartment Homes | Plan One | 1BR,1BA | $2,285 |
| Laurel Glen Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Las Flores Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,475 |
| Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trabuco Canyon, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Trabuco Canyon area is the $3.15 price per square foot PLAN B2.2 TOWNHOME Model at The Overlook at Los Patrones in the in the Skye Isle neighborhood starting from $4,115. The second greatest value Trabuco Canyon apartment is the Lourdes Model at Bellecour Way Apartment Homes starting at $3,670 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Trabuco Canyon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Overlook at Los Patrones | PLAN B2.2 TOWNHOME | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.15 |
| Bellecour Way Apartment Homes | Lourdes | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.92 |
| Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | Two Bedroom B2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| Siena Terrace | Portofino | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
| eaves Mission Viejo | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Laurel Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.44 |
| The Highlands | Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita | Venice | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Las Flores Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Laurel Glen Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
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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 Mosaic Apartment Homes listed at $2,145.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Trabuco Canyon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Trabuco Canyon Apartment is $1,750 at Los Alisos at Mission Viejo.
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 $2,590 at eaves Mission Viejo.
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