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Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo, CA

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  • upgraded kitchen, quartz, new appliances
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    27550 Hillcrest, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    1 BED $2,405
    2 BEDS $3,000
  • a living room with blue couches and a table
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    26600 Oso Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
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    1 BED $2,475+
    2 BEDS $3,220+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    25162 Charlinda Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    STUDIO $2,223+
    1 BED $2,463+
    2 BEDS $2,850+
  • our apartments have a large swimming pool and lounge chairs
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    23151 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    1 BED $1,950+
    2 BEDS $3,022+
    3 BEDS $3,800
  • a shopping center with cars parked in front of it
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    26281 Avery Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
    STUDIO $11,041
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  • A living room with a couch, chair, and a table with a vase of flowers on it.
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    28031 Thompson, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
    2 BEDS $3,500
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden floor.
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    27915 Lucero, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
    3 BEDS $4,950
  • A living room with a glass coffee table and a couch.
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    21416 Carabela, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
    2 BEDS $4,940
  • A spacious living room with a fireplace and a kitchen in the background.
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    22615 Summerfield, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
    4 BEDS $6,647
  • A living room with a couch and a chandelier.
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    21834 Mirador, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    3 BEDS $3,750

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  • A sunny day at the outdoor swimming pool.
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    25356 Via Verde, Lake Forest, CA 92630
    2 BEDS $3,200
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  • a living room with furniture and a table
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    25092 Farthing Street, Lake Forest, CA 92630
    1 BED $2,244+
    2 BEDS $2,948+
  • A living room with a fireplace, a couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    25235 Arder Court, Lake Forest, CA 92630
    3 BEDS $4,278
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    24555 Los Alisos Blvd., Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    1 BED $2,294+
    2 BEDS $2,683+
  • A modern living room with a pool table and a bar area.
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    24391 Avenida De La Carlota #100, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    1 BED $2,617+
    2 BEDS $3,362+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    25211 Stockport, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    1 BED $2,260+
    2 BEDS $2,660+
  • the living room of an apartment with a couch and a table
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    25212 Stockport, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    1 BED $2,230+
    2 BEDS $2,765+
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  • A bedroom with a white bed and a chair.
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    169 Avenida Majorca, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
    3 BEDS $1,350
  • A living room with a dining table and chairs.
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    169 Avenida Majorca, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
    3 BEDS $1,350
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    24551 Raymond Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630
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  • a living room with two chairs and a fireplace
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    21486 Lake Forest Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630
    1 BED $2,434+
    2 BEDS $2,893+
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a black refrigerator.
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    27 Paseo Del Sol, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    2 BEDS $3,300
  • a living room filled with furniture and a book shelf
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    25501 Crown Valley Parkway, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
    1 BED $2,608+
    2 BEDS $3,624+
  • A bedroom with a bed, dresser and bookshelf.
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    24251 Muirlands Boulevard, Lake Forest, CA 92630
    1 BED $1,000
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    25952 Via Lomas, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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Mission Viejo, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Mission Viejo, CA have increased by 2.38% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,752 to $2,818.

Check out the average rent prices in Mission Viejo by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Mission Viejo, CA is $2,818.

Average rent in Mission Viejo, CA

$2,818/mo Mission Viejo, CA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Mission Viejo, CA is $2,818.

    What's the typical rent budget in Mission Viejo, CA?

    About 30% of apartment rents in Mission Viejo, CA range between > $3,000. Around 43% of Mission Viejo’s apartments are in the $2,501-$3,000 price range. 27% of apartments are priced between $2,001-$2,500.

    The largest share of rentals in Mission Viejo, CA (43%) fall between $2,501-$3,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Mission Viejo, CA

    58 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    48 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 58, Bike Score®: 48

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Mission Viejo, CA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Mission Viejo, CA were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Mission Viejo, CA?

    The best apartments in Mission Viejo, CA are: Bella Vista Apartments, Adagio on the Green, SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMES, Saddleback Ranch Apartments and 26281 Avery Parkway LP.

    What is the average rent in Mission Viejo, CA?

    The average rent in Mission Viejo, CA is $2,783.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Mission Viejo, CA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Mission Viejo, CA is between $2,219 and $4,738.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Mission Viejo, CA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Mission Viejo, CA is between $1,950 and $3,339.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Mission Viejo, CA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Mission Viejo, CA is between $2,415 and $4,940.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Mission Viejo, CA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Mission Viejo, CA is between $3,750 and $4,950.

    What type of rental buildings are in Mission Viejo, CA?

    In Mission Viejo 22% of the housing is rented out compared to 78% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 20% of Mission Viejo’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 48% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 32% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Mission Viejo, CA?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Mission Viejo are about 32 years old, on average. Of these, 30% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 2 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, none are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Mission Viejo, CA?

    Rental apartments in Mission Viejo come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 3% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 46% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 47% of all rentals in Mission Viejo. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

    Living in Mission Viejo, CA

    Mission Viejo is a small commuter city in California’s Saddleback Valley. This Saddleback County city is one of the largest master-planned communities in the U.S. built under one project, known for its cultural attractions, modern amenities, and outstanding hospitality facilities. T Mission Viejo has a borderline semi-arid/Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine and minimal rainfall year-round. Temperatures are mostly mild, moving 44°F and 80°F, but due to dry Santa Ana winds, there may be occasional temperature spikes from the summer to the autumn months.

    Renting in Mission Viejo, CA

    Each neighborhood in Mission Viejo has a unique set of renter households. Spanish-inspired homes are the most common home styles in Mission Viejo, followed by Farmhouse, Ranch, Contemporary, and Prairie homes. The city is primarily residential, so there are plenty of homes and apartments for rent in Mission Viejo’s neighborhoods. Portico has mostly single-level living apartments with open floorplans and one to two bedrooms, while single-family renting units with three bedrooms are mostly available in Evolve. Oasis and Meritage Homes neighborhoods have a collection of two and three-story attached and duplex townhomes ranging from one to three bedrooms in size. Wildrose and Serenity neighborhoods have mainly two- to three-story detached rentals with one to two bedrooms. Landlords in California may only increase rent by 5% plus inflation, capped at 10%. They may, however, ask renters to provide a prepaid rent and a security deposit not higher than two months’ rent for unfurnished and three months’ rent for furnished homes and apartments for rent in Mission Viejo. Landlords can also charge a late rent fee but must give the renter a minimum of 30 days’ written notice if they want to terminate the lease.

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    Shopping in Mission Viejo, CA

    As a master-planned community, Mission Viejo renters have shopping opportunities within a short walk or drive away. There are two major shopping districts: The Shops At Mission Viejo and Kaleidoscope Center. The Shops At Mission Viejo is a showcase mall with brands like Forever 21, Claire’s, GAP, J. Jill, L’Occitane, lululemon, Spencer’s, Victoria’s Secret, and others. Kaleidoscope Center is an open courtyard entertainment and shopping complex. Some of the big-box stores where renters do home goods and grocery shopping include Target, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Sprouts Farmers Market, and the local Mission Ranch Market, Robinsons-May, and Ralphs markets.

    Transportation in Mission Viejo, CA

    As a previous Olympic host city, Mission Viejo has many tracks, trails, and roads where renters can walk or cycle for recreation or transport. However, most renters rely on a car as their primary transportation method. Interstate 5 and State Road 241 are the two main roads connecting renters who commute to neighboring cities. MV Shuttle is the primary public transportation provider, offering renters a free shuttle service to and from popular city spots and transit areas. Uber and Lyft provide on-demand ridesharing services for renters who favor convenience. For air travel, John Wayne Airport is the closes airport with domestic and international flights.

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