Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ladera Ranch, CA from $1,000 (39 Rentals)

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Hanover Laguna Niguel
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$2,530 - $6,204
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Hanover Laguna Niguel

27942 Forbes RdLaguna Niguel, CA 92677
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IMT Laguna Niguel
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$2,535 - $4,115
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IMT Laguna Niguel

26033 Cape DrLaguna Niguel, CA 92677
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Adagio on the Green
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$2,742 - $5,072
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Adagio on the Green

26600 Oso PkyMission Viejo, CA 92691
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Arroyo Vista
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Arroyo Vista

26196 Crown Valley PkyMission Viejo, CA 92692
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Groves Seniors 62+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Groves Seniors 62+

30333 Camino CapistranoSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Idyllwillow
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Idyllwillow

28032-28032 Marguerite PkyMission Viejo, CA 92692
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eaves Mission Viejo
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

eaves Mission Viejo

24950 Via Florecer ViaMission Viejo, CA 92692
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Crown Valley
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crown Valley

26891 La Alameda LnMission Viejo, CA 92691

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Ladera Ranch, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ladera Ranch, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/15/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Ladera Ranch, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ladera Ranch Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Skye Isle$4,372$2,36074

Cheapest Available Ladera Ranch Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ladera Ranch, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Laurel Terrace Apartment Homes in the Mission Viejo South neighborhood priced from $2,410. Mosaic Apartment Homes in the Highland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ladera Ranch apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Laurel Terrace Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,410
Mosaic Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$2,425
Apex Laguna Niguel ApartmentsS2Studio,1BA$2,450
Las Flores Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,500
Heritage Square Senior Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,535
Laurel Vista Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,545
Sendero Gateway Apartment HomesSage1BR,1BA$2,570
Hanover Laguna NiguelF1BR,1BA$2,598
Vista Real Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,610
Blu ApartmentsS405Studio,1BA$2,616

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ladera Ranch, CA

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ladera Ranch area is the $3.81 price per square foot The Premier Model at Vilara in the in the Highland Park neighborhood starting from $3,029. The second greatest value Ladera Ranch apartment is the Plan A Model at Vista Real Apartment Homes starting at $2,610 with a $3.37 price per square foot in the Highland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ladera Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
VilaraThe Premier1BR,1BA$3.81
Vista Real Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.37
Esencia Sur Apartment HomesPlan 1B1BR,1BA$3.67
Sendero Gateway Apartment HomesAcacia1BR,1BA$3.64
Las Flores Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.43
Laurel Glen Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.80
SkyeA01 | 1X11BR,1BA$3.80
Mosaic Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$3.46
Apex Laguna Niguel ApartmentsS2Studio ,1BA$3.68
eaves Mission ViejoA11BR,1BA$3.71

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ladera Ranch Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ladera Ranch?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ladera Ranch is at Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments listed at $2,450.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ladera Ranch Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ladera Ranch Apartment is $2,225 at eaves Mission Viejo.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ladera Ranch Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ladera Ranch is starting from $2,950 at Laurel Vista Apartment Homes.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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