Cheap Homes for Rent in Laguna Beach, CA from $2,500 (18 Rentals)

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property at 30902 Club House Dr

$2,775

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$2,775

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$2,775

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30902 Club House Dr, Unit 2G, Unit 2G

30902 Club House Dr
Laguna NiguelCA92677
property at 2612 Victoria Dr

$2,850

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$2,850

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$2,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2612 Victoria Dr

Laguna BeachCA92651
property at 24055 Paseo Del Lago W

$2,950

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$2,950

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$2,950

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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24055 Paseo Del Lago W

Laguna WoodsCA92637

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property at 3510 Bahia Blanca W

$3,000

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$3,000

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$3,000

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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3510 Bahia Blanca W, Unit 3C, Unit 3C

3510 Bahia Blanca W
Laguna WoodsCA92637
property at 24055 Paseo Del Lago

$3,025

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$3,025

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$3,025

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24055 Paseo Del Lago, Unit 413, Unit 413

24055 Paseo Del Lago
Laguna WoodsCA92637
property at 3249 San Amadeo

$3,100

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$3,100

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$3,100

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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3249 San Amadeo, Unit O, Unit O

3249 San Amadeo
Laguna WoodsCA92637
property at 327 3rd St

$3,150

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$3,150

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$3,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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327 3rd St, Unit B, Unit B

327 3rd St
Laguna BeachCA92651
property at 69 Brighton Pl

$3,200

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$3,200

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$3,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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69 Brighton Pl

Laguna NiguelCA92677

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Laguna Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Laguna Beach, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/09/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Laguna Beach, CA area range in price from $1,750 to $7,350 with an overall median price of $4,333. The three Laguna Beach neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Top of the World at $1,750, Temple Hills at $2,623, and Diamond/Crestview at $2,623. 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
Top of the World$3,517$1,750130
Temple Hills$3,530$2,62318
Diamond/Crestview$3,534$2,62319
Laguna Village North$3,534$1,75024
Upper Diamond$3,534$2,62319
Bluebird Canyon$3,538$1,75025
Laguna Village$3,538$1,75025
Arch Beach Heights$3,555$1,75029
Crystal Cove$4,175$2,19924
Woods Cove$5,100$2,3953

Cheapest Available Laguna Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Laguna Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Alize Apartment Homes in the Rancho Niguel neighborhood priced from $2,515. 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 $2,520. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Laguna Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alize Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$2,515
Aventine at Aliso ViejoTivoli1BR,1BA$2,520
Vista Bella Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$2,550
Artisan Laguna Beach1x1a-P1BR,1BA$2,623
Wood Canyon VillasPlan B1BR,1BA$2,640

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laguna Beach, CA

As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Laguna Beach area is the $2.70 price per square foot 22A Model at Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments in the in the Arch Beach Heights neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Laguna Beach apartment is the Residence 3 Luxury Model at Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals starting at $3,343 with a $3.18 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.
Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments22A2BR,2BA$2.70
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 3 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.18
The Vista at Laguna2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio2BR,2BA$3.23
ARTÀ ApartmentsThe Madrid1BR,1BA$3.35
Pointe Niguel ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$3.58
Vista Bella Apartment HomesPlan D1BR,1BA$3.96
Wood Canyon VillasPlan B1BR,1BA$3.52
Aventine at Aliso ViejoTivoli1BR,1BA$3.51
Alicante Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.79
Alize Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.51

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Frequently Asked Questions about Laguna Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Laguna Beach?

There are currently 206 Apartments for Rent in Laguna Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,750 to $6,950. There are also 88 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Laguna Beach ranging from $2,500 to $89,500.

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 $2,500 to $89,500 with an average monthly rent of $15,312.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.