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Dana Point, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dana Point, CA

Pricing Updated: 08/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Dana Point, CA area range in price from $2,424 to $9,500 with an overall median price of $9,500. The three Dana Point neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Dana Hills at $2,566, Del Obispo at $2,775, and Harbor at $2,566. 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
Dana Hills$9,500$2,56617
Del Obispo$9,500$2,77511
Harbor$9,500$2,56637
Lantern Village$9,500$2,56631
Monarch Point$9,500$2,42499
Three Arch Bay$9,500$2,42498

Cheapest Available Dana Point Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dana Point, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific Pointe Apartments in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood priced from $2,405. San Clemente Beachwalk in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dana Point apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific Pointe ApartmentsPlan S1Studio,1BA$2,405
San Clemente Beachwalk1X11BR,1BA$2,495
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 1A1BR,1BA$2,566

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dana Point, CA

As of August 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dana Point area is the $3.26 price per square foot Townhome 1 Luxury Model at Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals in the in the Laguna Niguel North neighborhood starting from $3,236. The second greatest value Dana Point apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at The Villas at Monarch Beach starting at $3,197 with a $3.34 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel East 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.
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsTownhome 1 Luxury2BR,1.5BA$3.26
The Villas at Monarch BeachTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$3.34
MareaPlan A31BR,1BA$4.15
Harbor PointePlan A1BR,1BA$3.76
226 Avenida de la Grulla, Unit 2226 Avenida de la Grulla1BR,1BA$4.27
Dana Cove Luxury LivingOne Bed1BR,1BA$4.76
The PalmerPlan A21BR,1BA$4.05
San Clemente Beachwalk1X11BR,1BA$3.93
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.75
Pacific Pointe ApartmentsPlan S1Studio ,1BA$4.88

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dana Point

What type of rentals are currently available in Dana Point?

There are currently 332 Apartments for Rent in Dana Point, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,595 to $9,500. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dana Point ranging from $1,580 to $60,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dana Point?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dana Point ranges from $1,580 to $60,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,234.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dana Point?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dana Point range from $3,650 to $7,398, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $14,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $9,500.

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