
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lantern Village Neighborhood of Dana Point, CA from $1,800 (61 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lantern Village area of Dana Point.


Seabrook at Bear Brand

The Villas at Monarch Beach

33602 Street of the Blue Lantern

Sea View Condos

34082 El Encanto Ave

24831 La Paz Ave.

34036 El Encanto Ave

33911 Diana Dr

La Cresta Drive
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24841 Sherwood Way

33741 Olinda Dr

Villa Orilla

33971 Silver Lantern St

34072 El Encanto Ave

33892-33898 Diana Dr

24851 Selva Rd

34091 Copper Lantern St

33711-3373 Chula Vista Ave

34001 Violet Lantern St
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34161 La Serena Dr

33851 Silver Lantern St

33882-33892 Malaga Dr

33941-33951 Violet Lantern St

33961 Silver Lantern St

33592 Blue Lantern St

33751 El Encanto Ave

33851 Malaga Dr

33831 Mariana Dr

34001 Copper Lantern St
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33775 Olinda Dr

34011 St. of the Violet Lantern

33751 Silver Lantern St

33816 Diana Dr

34021 El Encanto Ave

33921 Street of the Violet

33832 Copper Lantern St

33781 Mariana Dr

33531 Blue Lantern St

33562 Blue Lantern St
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33882 Orilla Rd

34106-34112 Amber Lantern St

24441 Alta Vista Dr

34230 Pacific Coast Hwy

33775 Mariana Dr

33922 Golden Lantern

34142 Ruby Lantern St

Alcazar Apartments

34041 Ruby Lantern St

33941 Silver Lantern St
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Lantern Village, Dana Point, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lantern Village?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lantern Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,237 | $2,706 | $3,877 |
| Lantern Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,747 | $2,937 | $4,605 |
| Lantern Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,896 | $4,823 | $4,946 |
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There are currently 61 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lantern Village Neighborhood of Dana Point, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lantern Village Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lantern Village area of Dana Point, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Villas at Monarch Beach priced from $2,702. Seabrook at Bear Brand has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,782. Here are the most affordable Lantern Village apartments for rent in Dana Point, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,702 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,782 |
| Marea | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,035 |
| Harbor Pointe | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $3,687 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lantern Village, CA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lantern Village area is the $3.05 price per square foot Plan D2 Model at Harbor Pointe in the in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood starting from $3,818. The second greatest value Lantern Village apartment is the One Bedroom One Bath Model at The Villas at Monarch Beach starting at $2,702 with a $3.75 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lantern Village apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Pointe | Plan D2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.05 |
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Marea | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.39 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lantern Village Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lantern Village?
The cheapest apartment in Lantern Village is The Villas at Monarch Beach which is listed at $2,702, while the average apartment in Lantern Village costs $4,919.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lantern Village?
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 4 regular apartments in Lantern Village 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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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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.

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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.