Cheap Apartments for Rent in Trabuco Canyon, CA from $1,000 (17 Rentals)

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Arroyo Vista
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Arroyo Vista

26196 Crown Valley PkyMission Viejo, CA 92692

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

eaves Mission Viejo

24950 Via Florecer ViaMission Viejo, CA 92692

Trabuco Canyon, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Trabuco Canyon, CA

Pricing Updated: 12/04/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Trabuco Canyon, CA area range in price from $1,750 to $4,868 with an overall median price of $4,260. The three Trabuco Canyon neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Wagon Wheel at $1,750, Dove Canyon at $2,180, and Robinson Ranch at $2,180. 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$4,170$1,750128
Dove Canyon$4,280$2,18050
Robinson Ranch$4,280$2,18050
Trabuco Highlands$4,280$2,18050
Portola Hills$4,290$2,02592

Cheapest Available Trabuco Canyon Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Trabuco Canyon, CA is a Studio unit found at Westridge Apartment Homes in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood priced from $2,155. 55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,164. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Trabuco Canyon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westridge Apartment HomesNavahoStudio,1BA$2,155
55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa MargaritaPalermo1BR,1BA$2,164
Villa La Paz Apartment HomesPlan D1BR,1BA$2,180
Heritage Park Senior Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,240
Cortesia at Rancho Santa MargaritaSiena A11BR,1BA$2,257

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trabuco Canyon, CA

As of December 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Trabuco Canyon area is the $2.98 price per square foot Plan C1 - 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at The Overlook at Los Patrones in the in the Skye Isle neighborhood starting from $4,680. 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 C1 - 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome3BR,2.5BA$2.98
Villas Antonio Apartment HomesPlan Seven2BR,2BA$3.03
Laurel Canyon Apartment HomesPlan 22BR,2BA$3.56
River Oaks ApartmentsMOVE IN SPECIAL: FIRST 2 WEEKS FREE! Upgraded 2...2BR,2BA$3.12
Crestwood Apartment Homes21A2BR,1BA$3.44
Madrid1x1DGRAN1BR,1BA$3.21
Avila at Rancho Santa MargaritaA11BR,1BA$3.47
Paloma Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.49
Bella Vista Apartments1 Bedroom - Plan B1BR,1BA$3.45
Vista Del LagoCosta1BR,1BA$3.47

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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

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 $2,164 at 55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita.

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 $2,495 at Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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

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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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