Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dana Point, CA from $1,800 (30 Rentals)

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33262 Palo Alto St, Unit 2
$2,250
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33262 Palo Alto St, Unit 2

33262 Palo Alto StDana Point, CA 92629
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33741 Olinda Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

33741 Olinda Dr

33741 Olinda DrDana Point, CA 92629
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Dana Point Oasis
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dana Point Oasis

34544 Calle PortolaDana Point, CA 92624
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24241 Santa Clara Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24241 Santa Clara Ave

24241 Santa Clara AveDana Point, CA 92629
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Harbor Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Pointe

32762 Pointe SuttonDana Point, CA 92629

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$3,095

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4 Flamingo Ct, Unit 4

4 Flamingo Ct
Laguna NiguelCA92677
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2300 Calle Lobina
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2300 Calle Lobina

2300 Calle LobinaSan Clemente, CA 92673
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dana Point, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/06/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Dana Point, CA area range in price from $1,800 to $70,000 with an overall median price of $34,375. The three Dana Point neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Del Obispo at $1,800, Lantern Village at $3,000, and Dana Hills at $1,800. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dana Point Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Del Obispo$10,250$1,80010
Lantern Village$22,500$3,00021
Dana Hills$25,000$1,80019
Harbor$49,500$1,80040
Monarch Point$49,500$1,80055
Three Arch Bay$49,500$1,80055

Cheapest Available Dana Point Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dana Point, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Pointe Apartments in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood priced from $2,580. Del Prado House. Beautifully Renovated Homes in the Three Arch Bay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dana Point apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific Pointe ApartmentsPlan A11BR,1BA$2,580
Del Prado House. Beautifully Renovated HomesBeachside Residence - Newly Renovated 1 BR 1 B...1BR,1BA$2,800
Harbor PointePlan A1BR,1BA$2,895
Everleigh San Clemente 55+ Apartment Homes1x1B1BR,1BA$2,916
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,934
The PalmerPlan A21BR,1BA$2,990
MareaPlan A11BR,1BA$3,030
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 2 Luxury2BR,2BA$3,208
811 Buena Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dana Point, CA

As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dana Point area is the $2.82 price per square foot 1201 Buena Vista Model at 1201 Buena Vista, Unit C in the in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Dana Point apartment is the 33816 Silver Lantern St Model at 33816 Silver Lantern St, Unit #A starting at $3,800 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dana Point apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1201 Buena Vista, Unit C1201 Buena Vista2BR,1.5BA$2.82
33816 Silver Lantern St, Unit #A33816 Silver Lantern St2BR,1.5BA$2.81
31494 West St, Unit Lower floor31494 West St2BR,1BA$3.17
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 3 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.14
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 2A2BR,2BA$3.99
Pacific Pointe ApartmentsPlan B12BR,2BA$3.64
Harbor PointePlan A1BR,1BA$3.71
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$4.04
The PalmerPlan A21BR,1BA$4.36
33262 Palo Alto St, Unit 233262 Palo Alto StStudio ,1BA$3.75

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Dana Point Overview

Nestled in southern California between Los Angeles and San Diego, Dana Point is a picturesque harbor town, a place ideal for those who love the environment of Southern California but hate the big city rush of its larger cities. This community of just over 33,000 residents is the perfect home for those who want a more relaxed atmosphere but also with relatively close access to more urban areas. Here, the beach is down the street while Los Angeles and Anaheim are little more than an hour away. So if that type of coastal living and close city access is up your alley, then now is a great idea to look at apartments in Dana Point, CA.

Why live in Dana Point, CA?

If you're tired of living in the city and want to be closer to the beaches, then Dana Point is the perfect city for you. While this isn't the smallest of town, it's small enough to commonly see neighbors out and about and large enough to enjoy an array of shops and restaurants. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dana Point Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dana Point Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dana Point Apartment is $2,505 at Pacific Pointe Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dana Point Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dana Point is starting from $3,208 at Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals.

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