
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Trabuco Highlands Neighborhood of Trabuco Canyon, CA from $2,000 (5 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Trabuco Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trabuco Highlands Studio Apartments | $2,215 | $2,165 | $2,265 |
| Trabuco Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,615 | $2,235 | $3,140 |
| Trabuco Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,338 | $2,860 | $4,260 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Trabuco Highlands Neighborhood of Trabuco Canyon, CA.
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Cheapest Available Trabuco Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Trabuco Highlands area of Trabuco Canyon, CA is a Studio unit found at 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita priced from $2,088. Villas Aliento Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,165. Here are the most affordable Trabuco Highlands apartments for rent in Trabuco Canyon, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | Sedona | Studio,1BA | $2,088 |
| Villas Aliento Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | Studio,1BA | $2,165 |
| eaves Santa Margarita | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,235 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trabuco Highlands, CA
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Trabuco Highlands area is the $3.27 price per square foot Plan B Model at Villa La Paz Apartment Homes in the in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood starting from $2,945. The second greatest value Trabuco Highlands apartment is the Plan A1 Model at The Highlands starting at $2,595 with a $3.39 price per square foot in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Trabuco Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa La Paz Apartment Homes | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| The Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Overture Rancho Santa Margarita 55+ Senior Housing Apartment Homes | Bella | 1BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| Villas Antonio Apartment Homes | Plan One | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| eaves Santa Margarita | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| Villas Aliento Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | Studio ,1BA | $4.25 |
| 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | Sedona | Studio ,1BA | $5.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Trabuco Highlands Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Trabuco Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Trabuco Highlands Apartment is $2,245 at eaves Santa Margarita.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Trabuco Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Trabuco Highlands is starting from $2,625 at 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita.
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