
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harbor Neighborhood of Dana Point, CA from $1,800 (69 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Harbor area of Dana Point.


Marea

Seabrook at Bear Brand

The Villas at Monarch Beach

33602 Street of the Blue Lantern

Sea View Condos

Lantern Bay Villas

34082 El Encanto Ave

24241 Santa Clara Ave

La Cresta Drive
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24841 Sherwood Way

24831 La Paz Ave.

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

33851 Silver Lantern St

33711-3373 Chula Vista Ave

Villa Orilla

33971 Silver Lantern St

33961 Silver Lantern St

34072 El Encanto Ave
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34091 Copper Lantern St

34001 Copper Lantern St

34011 St. of the Violet Lantern

33775 Olinda Dr

33531 Blue Lantern St

33832 Copper Lantern St

33816 Diana Dr

34021 El Encanto Ave

33921 Street of the Violet

33831 Mariana Dr
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33751 Silver Lantern St

33781 Mariana Dr

33751 El Encanto Ave

33851 Malaga Dr

33592 Blue Lantern St

33922 Golden Lantern

33562 Blue Lantern St

33775 Mariana Dr

34142 Ruby Lantern St

33401 Cheltam Way
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,323 | $2,695 | $4,941 |
| Harbor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,968 | $3,195 | $7,278 |
| Harbor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,282 | $4,852 | $6,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 69 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 1 Bed unit found at Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments priced from $2,695. The Villas at Monarch Beach has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,729. Here are the most affordable Harbor apartments for rent in Dana Point, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,729 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,761 |
| Marea | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,000 |
| Harbor Pointe | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $3,752 |
| Prado West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4,012 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harbor, CA
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harbor area is the $3.03 price per square foot Plan D2 Model at Harbor Pointe in the in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood starting from $3,786. The second greatest value Harbor apartment is the A1 Model at Prado West starting at $4,012 with a $4.62 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Pointe | Plan D2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.03 |
| Prado West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.62 |
| Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Marea | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.34 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harbor Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Harbor?
The cheapest apartment in Harbor is Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments which is listed at $2,695, while the average apartment in Harbor costs $4,888.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Harbor?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Harbor that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.