Cheap Apartments for Rent in Laguna Beach, CA from $1,700 (16 Rentals)

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245 Cypress Dr
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245 Cypress Dr

245 Cypress DrLaguna Beach, CA 92651
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789 Gaviota Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

789 Gaviota Dr

789 Gaviota DrLaguna Beach, CA 92651
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304 Myrtle St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

304 Myrtle St

304 Myrtle StLaguna Beach, CA 92651
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425 Cypress Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

425 Cypress Dr

425 Cypress DrLaguna Beach, CA 92651
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Laguna Beach, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Laguna Beach, CA area range in price from $2,250 to $7,160 with an overall median price of $4,529. The three Laguna Beach neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Arch Beach Heights at $2,295, Temple Hills at $2,546, and Laguna Village North at $2,295. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Laguna Beach Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Arch Beach Heights$3,741$2,29530
Temple Hills$3,756$2,54615
Laguna Village North$3,772$2,29523
Upper Diamond$3,815$2,54619
Bluebird Canyon$3,845$2,29526
Diamond/Crestview$3,845$2,54620
Laguna Village$3,845$2,29526
Crystal Cove$4,140$2,29521
California Cove$4,692$2,250255
Top of the World$4,729$2,295123

Cheapest Available Laguna Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Laguna Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Villas at Monarch Beach in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood priced from $2,394. Aventine at Aliso Viejo in the Top of the World neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,455. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Laguna Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,394
Aventine at Aliso ViejoTivoli1BR,1BA$2,455
Alicante Apartment HomesResidence 2 Luxury1BR,1BA$2,626
St. MoritzGeneva1BR,1BA$2,631
Vantis ApartmentsVantis Plan SAStudio,1BA$2,655

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laguna Beach, CA

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Laguna Beach area is the $2.88 price per square foot Plan D Model at Pointe Niguel Apartments in the in the Laguna Niguel North neighborhood starting from $3,461. The second greatest value Laguna Beach apartment is the Aster Model at Artisan Laguna Beach starting at $3,876 with a $3.65 price per square foot in the Laguna Village North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Laguna Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pointe Niguel ApartmentsPlan D2BR,2.5BA$2.88
Artisan Laguna BeachAster2BR,2BA$3.65
The Vista at Laguna2 Bed 2 Bath Plan B2BR,2BA$3.26
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsTownhome 3 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.29
ARTÀ ApartmentsThe Madrid1BR,1BA$3.27
St. MoritzGeneva1BR,1BA$2.98
Alicante Apartment HomesResidence 2 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.26
Wood Canyon VillasPlan B1BR,1BA$3.72
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.32
Aventine at Aliso ViejoTivoli1BR,1BA$3.42

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Laguna Beach Overview

Those who have heard about Laguna Beach, CA likely know it from the name of the TV show that bears its name. Without a doubt, Laguna Beach, CA is known for its gorgeous weather, blue ocean, and scenic views, however, this is only one of the many reasons why so many people are looking to apartments in Laguna Beach, CA. Anyone who is thinking about moving into Laguna Beach apartments should get to know a little bit more about the city.

Why live in Laguna Beach, CA?

There are numerous reasons why so many people are choosing to live in Laguna Beach, CA. First, the weather of Southern California is hard to beat. There is a relatively stable temperature range throughout the year, ensuring that the temperature is never too hot or too cold. Furthermore, Laguna Beach, CA also has relatively little rainfall, meaning it isn’t too humid. Finally, the culture of Laguna Beach, CA is very laid back. This means that people can sit back, relax, and do things at their own pace.

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Getting Around Laguna Beach, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Laguna Beach Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Laguna Beach?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Laguna Beach is under $2,744.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Laguna Beach?

The cheapest apartment in Laguna Beach is The Villas at Monarch Beach which is listed at $2,394, while the average apartment in Laguna Beach costs $4,529.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Laguna Beach?

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 21 regular apartments in Laguna Beach that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Laguna Beach?

Cheap apartments in Laguna Beach have an average cost of $1,321 which is $3,208 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Laguna Beach.

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