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Laguna BeachCA92651
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274 Cliff Dr, Unit 6

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Laguna BeachCA92651

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Laguna Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Laguna Beach, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Laguna Beach, CA area range in price from $1,350 to $19,995 with an overall median price of $7,831. The three Laguna Beach neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Laguna Village at $2,295, Laguna Village North at $2,295, and Civic Art District 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
Laguna Village$4,001$2,29522
Laguna Village North$4,001$2,29522
Civic Art District$4,495$2,29511
Emerald Terrace$4,495$2,29510
Diamond/Crestview$4,500$2,05017
Upper Diamond$4,500$2,05014
Woods Cove$5,248$4,5002
California Cove$5,445$1,350221
Temple Hills$12,000$2,05013
Top of the World$12,000$1,35085

Cheapest Available Laguna Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Laguna Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Wood Canyon Villas in the Top of the World neighborhood priced from $2,370. Alicante Apartment Homes in the Top of the World neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,534. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Laguna Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wood Canyon VillasPlan A1BR,1BA$2,370
Alicante Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$2,534
Aventine at Aliso ViejoTivoli1BR,1BA$2,555
Artisan Laguna BeachDumond1BR,1BA$2,559
ARTÀ ApartmentsThe Madrid1BR,1BA$2,586

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laguna Beach, CA

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Laguna Beach area is the $3.15 price per square foot The Lisbon Model at ARTÀ Apartments in the in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood starting from $4,393. The second greatest value Laguna Beach apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A Model at The Vista at Laguna starting at $3,043 with a $3.07 price per square foot in the Highland Park 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.
ARTÀ ApartmentsThe Lisbon3BR,2BA$3.15
The Vista at Laguna2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A2BR,2BA$3.07
Alize Apartment HomesResidence 5 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.33
St. MoritzGeneva1BR,1BA$3.00
Pointe Niguel ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$3.26
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.96
Alicante Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.53
Aventine at Aliso ViejoTivoli1BR,1BA$3.56
Vista Bella Apartment HomesPlan C1BR,1BA$3.96
Wood Canyon VillasPlan A1BR,1BA$3.98

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Frequently Asked Questions about Laguna Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Laguna Beach?

There are currently 199 Apartments for Rent in Laguna Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $14,300. There are also 81 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Laguna Beach ranging from $1,700 to $60,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Laguna Beach?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Laguna Beach ranges from $1,700 to $60,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,384.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Laguna Beach?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Laguna Beach range from $4,393 to $6,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,375 to $38,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,500.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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