
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harbor Neighborhood of Dana Point, CA from $1,800 (70 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Harbor area of Dana Point.


Seabrook at Bear Brand

The Villas at Monarch Beach

Marea

33602 Street of the Blue Lantern

Lantern Bay Villas

Sea View Condos

34082 El Encanto Ave

24831 La Paz Ave.

24241 Santa Clara Ave
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La Cresta Drive

24841 Sherwood Way

34036 El Encanto Ave

South Cove

33911 Diana Dr

33741 Olinda Dr

34001 Violet Lantern St

33882-33892 Malaga Dr

24851 Selva Rd

33892-33898 Diana Dr
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24257 Santa Clara Ave

32641 Mediterranean Dr

33941-33951 Violet Lantern St

34161 La Serena Dr

33961 Silver Lantern St

33851 Silver Lantern St

33711-3373 Chula Vista Ave

34072 El Encanto Ave

34091 Copper Lantern St

33971 Silver Lantern St
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Villa Orilla

33832 Copper Lantern St

34021 El Encanto Ave

33816 Diana Dr

33921 Street of the Violet

33831 Mariana Dr

34001 Copper Lantern St

34011 St. of the Violet Lantern

33775 Olinda Dr

33531 Blue Lantern St
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33781 Mariana Dr

33751 El Encanto Ave

33851 Malaga Dr

33592 Blue Lantern St

33751 Silver Lantern St

33401 Cheltam Way

33941 Silver Lantern St

33775 Mariana Dr

34142 Ruby Lantern St

33922 Golden Lantern
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Harbor, Dana Point, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harbor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Studio Apartments | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
| Harbor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,163 | $2,650 | $4,502 |
| Harbor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,854 | $2,959 | $5,900 |
| Harbor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,634 | $4,768 | $6,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 70 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Harbor Neighborhood of Dana Point, CA.
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Cheapest Available Harbor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Harbor area of Dana Point, CA is a Studio unit found at 24831 La Paz Ave. priced from $1,895. Seabrook at Bear Brand has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,695. Here are the most affordable Harbor apartments for rent in Dana Point, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24831 La Paz Ave. | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Del Prado House. Beautifully Renovated Homes | Beachside Residence - Newly Renovated 1 BR 1 B... | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
| Harbor Pointe | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,935 |
| Marea | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,950 |
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,959 |
| Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments | 22A | 2BR,2BA | $3,400 |
| Prado West | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $4,502 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harbor, CA
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harbor area is the $2.70 price per square foot 22A Model at Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments in the in the Arch Beach Heights neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Harbor apartment is the A6 Model at Prado West starting at $4,502 with a $5.15 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harbor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments | 22A | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| Prado West | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $5.15 |
| Harbor Pointe | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.12 |
| Marea | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.01 |
| 24831 La Paz Ave. | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.12 |
| Del Prado House. Beautifully Renovated Homes | Beachside Residence - Newly Renovated 1 BR 1 B... | 1BR,1BA | $7.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harbor Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Harbor Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harbor Apartment is $2,695 at Seabrook at Bear Brand.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Harbor Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Harbor is starting from $2,959 at The Villas at Monarch Beach.
Expert Rental Resources
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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