
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emerald Terrace Neighborhood of Laguna Beach, CA from $700 (57 Rentals)
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326-336 N Coast Hwy

240 Jasmine St

291-293 Beverly St

125 Cypress Dr

1105 N Coast Hwy

Main Beach Estate

150-154 Cliff Dr

316 Holly St

136 Cliff Dr
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559 Cypress Dr

176 McKnight Dr

230 Beverly St

225 Cypress Dr

480 Broadway St

474 N Coast Hwy

396 Cypress Dr

411 Cypress Dr

231-233 Cypress Dr

244 Cliff Dr
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376 Cliff Dr

496 Cypress Dr

278 Jasmine St

231 Cajon St

269 Cypress Dr

267 Fairview St

241 Lower Cliff Dr

274 Cliff Dr

770 Hillcrest Dr

470 N Coast Hwy
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564 Cliff Dr

177 Lower Cliff Dr

201 Cypress Dr

The Mar-Kay

9 Units- Laguna Beach

220 Cliff Dr

276 Chiquita St

437 Cypress Dr

7 Seas Apartments

361 Cypress Dr
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1465 Hillcrest Dr

209 Cypress Dr

1027 N Coast Hwy

570 Cypress Dr

486 Cypress Dr

174 Cliff Dr

453-455 Cypress Dr

1570 N Coast Highway, Laguna Beach

425 Cypress Dr

170 McKnight Dr
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Emerald Terrace, Laguna Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emerald Terrace?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Terrace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Emerald Terrace Neighborhood of Laguna Beach, CA.
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Cheapest Available Emerald Terrace Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Place | La Jolla | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Laguna Pacifica | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $3,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald Terrace, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emerald Terrace area is the $4.02 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Laguna Pacifica in the in the Civic Art District neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Emerald Terrace apartment is the Venice Model at Haven Place starting at $1,250 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Civic Art District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerald Terrace apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laguna Pacifica | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.02 |
| Haven Place | Venice | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEmerald Terrace, Laguna Beach, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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.