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Laguna NiguelCA92677
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Laguna BeachCA92651
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24257 Santa Clara Ave
Dana PointCA92629
33852 Del Obispo St, Unit 107
33852 Del Obispo St
Dana PointCA92629
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Dana Point?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dana Point 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,631 | $3,450 | $10,000+ |
| Dana Point 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,687 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dana Point 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,100 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
| Dana Point 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $29,150 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Dana Point 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $49,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dana Point, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/21/2026Current apartment rentals in the Dana Point, CA area range in price from $2,551 to $7,300 with an overall median price of $5,894. The three Dana Point neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Del Obispo at $2,990, Dana Hills at $2,551, and Lantern Village at $2,551. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dana Point Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Obispo | $3,822 | $2,990 | 2 |
| Dana Hills | $4,822 | $2,551 | 8 |
| Lantern Village | $4,822 | $2,551 | 17 |
| Harbor | $7,300 | $2,551 | 20 |
| Monarch Point | $7,300 | $2,551 | 55 |
| Three Arch Bay | $7,300 | $2,551 | 55 |
Cheapest Available Dana Point Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Dana Point, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at San Clemente Beachwalk in the Sabella at Talega neighborhood priced from $2,395. The Villas at Monarch Beach in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,551. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dana Point apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Clemente Beachwalk | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,551 |
| Pacific Pointe Apartments | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,580 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dana Point, CA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dana Point area is the $3.07 price per square foot Plan D2 Model at Harbor Pointe in the in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood starting from $3,843. The second greatest value Dana Point apartment is the 31494 West St Model at 31494 West St, Unit Lower floor starting at $3,600 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Arch Beach Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dana Point apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Pointe | Plan D2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.07 |
| 31494 West St, Unit Lower floor | 31494 West St | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Prado West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.70 |
| Marea | Plan A3 | 1BR,1BA | $4.40 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $4.30 |
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| Pacific Pointe Apartments | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| The Palmer | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| San Clemente Beachwalk | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Everleigh San Clemente 55+ Apartment Homes | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
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