
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crystal Cove Neighborhood of Laguna Beach, CA from $3,395 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Crystal Cove area of Laguna Beach.


176 McKnight Dr

1105 N Coast Hwy

230 Beverly St

Mariposa Cottages

770 Hillcrest Dr

267 Fairview St
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276 Chiquita St

1465 Hillcrest Dr

1027 N Coast Hwy

Newport Ridge Apartment Homes

Baywood Apartment Homes

401 Seaward Rd

501 Marguerite Ave
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713 Larkspur Ave

214 Marguerite Ave

329 Marguerite Ave

514 Narcissus Ave

311 Marguerite Ave

415 Narcissus Ave

Marguerite Apartments
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710 Narcissus Ave

308 Marguerite Ave

612-612 1/2 Poinsettia Ave

3301-3311 Seaview Ave

621 Poppy Ave

444 Morning Canyon Rd

619 Poppy Ave
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Crystal Cove, Laguna Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crystal Cove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Cove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,868 | $3,395 | $4,555 |
| Crystal Cove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,262 | $3,495 | $4,950 |
| Crystal Cove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,720 | $4,465 | $4,905 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Crystal Cove Neighborhood of Laguna Beach, CA.
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Cheapest Available Crystal Cove Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crystal Cove area of Laguna Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Newport Ridge Apartment Homes priced from $3,395. Baywood Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,495. Here are the most affordable Crystal Cove apartments for rent in Laguna Beach, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR, 1BA | $3,395 |
| Baywood Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 2BR, 2BA | $3,495 |
| Mariposa Cottages | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $3,950 |
| 770 Hillcrest Dr | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $4,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Cove, CA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crystal Cove area is the $4.50 price per square foot 501 Marguerite Ave Model at 501 Marguerite Ave, Unit 1/2 in the Corona Del Mar neighborhood starting from $4,950. The second greatest value Crystal Cove apartment is the Plan 1 Model at Baywood Apartment Homes in the UC Irvine neighborhood starting at $3,625 with a $4.33 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crystal Cove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 501 Marguerite Ave, Unit 1/2 | 501 Marguerite Ave | 2BR, 2BA | $4.50 |
| Baywood Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR, 1BA | $4.33 |
| Newport Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR, 1BA | $4.45 |
| Mariposa Cottages | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $7.90 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCrystal Cove, Laguna Beach, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crystal Cove Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Crystal Cove Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crystal Cove Apartment is $3,395 at Newport Ridge Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Crystal Cove Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Crystal Cove is starting from $3,495 at Baywood Apartment Homes.
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