Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Monarch Point Neighborhood of Dana Point, CA from $1,800 (22 Rentals)

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33741 Olinda Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

33741 Olinda Dr

33741 Olinda DrDana Point, CA 92629
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24831 La Paz Ave.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24831 La Paz Ave.

24831 La Paz AveDana Point, CA 92629

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24241 Santa Clara Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24241 Santa Clara Ave

24241 Santa Clara AveDana Point, CA 92629
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Harbor Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Pointe

32762 Pointe SuttonDana Point, CA 92629
property at 2612 Victoria Dr

$2,850

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$2,850

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$2,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2612 Victoria Dr

Laguna BeachCA92651

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property at 30902 Club House Dr

$2,775

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$2,775

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$2,775

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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30902 Club House Dr, Unit 2G, Unit 2G

30902 Club House Dr
Laguna NiguelCA92677

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property at 69 Brighton Pl

$3,200

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$3,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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69 Brighton Pl

Laguna NiguelCA92677

Monarch Point, Dana Point, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Monarch Point Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Monarch Point area of Dana Point, CA is a Studio unit found at 24831 La Paz Ave. priced from $1,895. Seaside at Laguna Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,610. Here are the most affordable Monarch Point apartments for rent in Dana Point, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
24831 La Paz Ave.0x1Studio,1BA$1,895
Seaside at Laguna HeightsSeaside Plan 1A1BR,1BA$2,610
55+ FountainGlen Laguna NiguelMission1BR,1BA$2,648
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 1A1BR,1BA$2,695
Del Prado House. Beautifully Renovated HomesBeachside Residence - Newly Renovated 1 BR 1 B...1BR,1BA$2,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monarch Point, CA

As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monarch Point 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 Monarch Point apartment is the Residence 3 Luxury Model at Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals starting at $3,210 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monarch Point apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments22A2BR,2BA$2.70
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 3 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.05
The Vista at Laguna2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio2BR,2BA$3.46
Pointe Niguel ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$3.60
Harbor PointePlan A1BR,1BA$3.74
Hidden Hills Condominium RentalsResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.93
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.95
MareaPlan A11BR,1BA$4.27
55+ FountainGlen Laguna NiguelMission1BR,1BA$4.32
24831 La Paz Ave.0x1Studio ,1BA$4.12

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Monarch Point, Dana Point, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monarch Point Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Monarch Point?

The cheapest apartment in Monarch Point is Seaside at Laguna Heights which is listed at $2,610, while the average apartment in Monarch Point costs $4,798.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Monarch Point?

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 13 regular apartments in Monarch Point 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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