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Aliso ViejoCA92656

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Laguna Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Laguna Beach, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/16/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Laguna Beach, CA area range in price from $1,200 to $50,000 with an overall median price of $20,683. The three Laguna Beach neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are California Cove at $1,200, Arch Beach Heights at $2,895, and Bluebird Canyon at $2,895. 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
California Cove$5,895$1,20040
Arch Beach Heights$21,250$2,89534
Bluebird Canyon$21,250$2,89530
Civic Art District$21,250$2,89516
Diamond/Crestview$21,250$3,59517
Laguna Village$21,250$2,89522
Laguna Village North$21,250$2,89518
Temple Hills$21,250$5,20010
Top of the World$21,250$2,89538
Upper Diamond$21,250$3,99917

Cheapest Available Laguna Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Laguna Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Aventine at Aliso Viejo in the Top of the World neighborhood priced from $2,455. The Villas at Monarch Beach in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,549. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Laguna Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aventine at Aliso ViejoTivoli1BR,1BA$2,455
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,549
St. MoritzGeneva1BR,1BA$2,631
Alicante Apartment HomesResidence 2 Luxury1BR,1BA$2,639
Vantis ApartmentsVantis Plan SAStudio,1BA$2,655

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laguna Beach, CA

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Laguna Beach area is the $3.52 price per square foot The Lisbon Model at ARTÀ Apartments in the in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood starting from $4,916. The second greatest value Laguna Beach apartment is the Plan D Model at Pointe Niguel Apartments starting at $3,461 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel 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.
ARTÀ ApartmentsThe Lisbon3BR,2BA$3.52
Pointe Niguel ApartmentsPlan D2BR,2.5BA$2.88
The Vista at Laguna2 Bed 2 Bath Plan B2BR,2BA$3.22
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsTownhome 3 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.31
St. MoritzGeneva1BR,1BA$2.98
Alicante Apartment HomesResidence 2 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.28
Artisan Laguna BeachClarissa1BR,1BA$3.45
Wood Canyon VillasPlan B1BR,1BA$3.72
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.62
Aventine at Aliso ViejoTivoli1BR,1BA$3.42

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Frequently Asked Questions about Laguna Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Laguna Beach?

There are currently 202 Apartments for Rent in Laguna Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,295 to $6,950. There are also 107 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Laguna Beach ranging from $2,650 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 $2,650 to $60,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,374.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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