
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Laguna Hills, CA from $1,000 (61 Rentals)
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Villa Solana

Reata Oakbrook Village

Sofi Laguna Hills

Alicia Plaza

Alicia Village

Creekside Laguna Apartments

Saddleback Ranch Apartments

23232 Orange Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

eaves Lake Forest
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Mosaic Apartment Homes

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26172 Sanz, B213

Aloma Apartments

Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments

154 Canyon Woods Apartments

Blu Apartments

Vilara

The Palms at Laguna Niguel

Bella Vista Apartments
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The Park at Irvine Spectrum

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The Village at Irvine Spectrum

Aventine at Aliso Viejo

Los Olivos at Irvine Spectrum

Pacifica Place at Irvine Spectrum

Bellogente Garden Apartments

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Laguna Gardens

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IMT Laguna Niguel
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Hanover Laguna Niguel

Wood Canyon Villas

Promenade at Irvine Spectrum

Centerpointe at Irvine Spectrum

Westview at Irvine Spectrum

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City Lights at Town Center

Vantis

Aliso Town Center Apartment Homes

Vista Real Apartment Homes
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Adagio on the Green

Alize Apartment Homes

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Ravello

Skye

24241 Swiftriver Ct

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21 Woodswallow Ln, Unit Hummingbird Hideaway, Unit Hummingbird Hideaway

Arroyo Vista

Idyllwillow

The Whispering Fountains at Laguna Woods

The Village at Irvine Spectrum Center
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Laguna Hills, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Laguna Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Laguna Hills Studio Apartments | $2,853 | $1,950 | $3,955 |
| Cheap Laguna Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,242 | $2,013 | $5,950 |
| Cheap Laguna Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,991 | $2,400 | $7,420 |
| Cheap Laguna Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,735 | $3,985 | $6,260 |
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Laguna Hills, CA Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Laguna Hills, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Laguna Hills, CA area range in price from $1,950 to $5,410 with an overall median price of $4,650. The three Laguna Hills neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are North Laguna Hills at $1,950, Aliso Place at $1,950, and Castle Hill at $1,950. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Laguna Hills Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Laguna Hills | $4,332 | $1,950 | 223 |
| Aliso Place | $4,664 | $1,950 | 256 |
| Castle Hill | $4,664 | $1,950 | 257 |
| Aliso Meadows | $4,684 | $1,950 | 245 |
| Capistrano Highlands | $4,684 | $1,950 | 102 |
| Nellie Gail Ranch | $4,684 | $1,950 | 223 |
| Sunrise | $4,684 | $1,950 | 245 |
| Laguna Hills Mall | $4,689 | $1,950 | 205 |
| Acacia Knolls | $4,709 | $1,950 | 164 |
| Crestline | $4,709 | $1,950 | 225 |
Cheapest Available Laguna Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Laguna Hills, CA is a Studio unit found at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood priced from $1,950. Saddleback Ranch Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,013. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Laguna Hills apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Villa - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $2,013 |
| Mosaic Apartment Homes | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
| SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMES | Aloe | Studio,1BA | $2,276 |
| Alicia Plaza | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,280 |
| Alicia Village | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,290 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| 154 Canyon Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| Vilara | The Suite | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| The Palms at Laguna Niguel | Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2,479 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laguna Hills, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Laguna Hills area is the $2.70 price per square foot Reata Plan 2B Model at Reata Oakbrook Village in the in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood starting from $3,269. The second greatest value Laguna Hills apartment is the 2x2 Model at San Sebastian starting at $3,305 with a $3.02 price per square foot in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Laguna Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reata Oakbrook Village | Reata Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| San Sebastian | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Timbers Apartments, El Toro | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Ravello | 1G | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Villa Solana | La Playa | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Aliso Creek Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 154 Canyon Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Down | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| eaves Lake Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Laguna Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Laguna Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Laguna Hills is at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Laguna Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Laguna Hills Apartment is $2,013 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Laguna Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Laguna Hills is starting from $2,400 at Aloma Apartments.
What is the most affordable Laguna Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Laguna Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at ARTÀ Apartments and starts from $4,336.
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