
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Laguna Niguel East Neighborhood of Laguna Niguel, CA from $1,000 (38 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Laguna Niguel East area of Laguna Niguel.


Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments

Skye

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Hanover Laguna Niguel

Laguna Serrano

Seaside at Laguna Heights

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IMT Laguna Niguel

Blu Apartments

Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals
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The Palms at Laguna Niguel

Vilara

Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments

Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals

4 Flamingo Ct, Unit 4

Pointe Niguel Apartments

55+ FountainGlen Laguna Niguel

28143 Via Fierro

28092 Mariposa
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30902 Club House Dr

25546 Paseo La Vista

28181 Sorrento, Unit 98

Villa Paloma Senior Apartments

3 Sheridan Ln

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33262 Palo Alto St, Unit 2

Bella Vista Apartments

Wood Canyon Villas

Alicante Apartment Homes
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Seabrook at Bear Brand

The Villas at Monarch Beach

Marea

Arroyo Vista

Groves Seniors 62+

Idyllwillow

Harrison House Apartments

Seasons II San Juan Capistrano

Laurel Vista Apartment Homes
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Harbor Pointe

9 Tawny Port
Laguna Niguel East, Laguna Niguel, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Laguna Niguel East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laguna Niguel East Studio Apartments | $2,528 | $1,177 | $3,692 |
| Laguna Niguel East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,973 | $1,135 | $5,035 |
| Laguna Niguel East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,539 | $1,513 | $5,884 |
| Laguna Niguel East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,645 | $4,791 | $6,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Laguna Niguel East Neighborhood of Laguna Niguel, CA.
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Cheapest Available Laguna Niguel East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Laguna Niguel East area of Laguna Niguel, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Aloma Apartments priced from $2,300. Skye has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable Laguna Niguel East apartments for rent in Laguna Niguel, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Skye | A04M | 1X1 MOD | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Wood Canyon Villas | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Laurel Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Hanover Laguna Niguel | B | Studio,1BA | $2,565 |
| Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,667 |
| Seaside at Laguna Heights | Seaside Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,670 |
| IMT Laguna Niguel | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,670 |
| Blu Apartments | S405 | Studio,1BA | $2,672 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laguna Niguel East, CA
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Laguna Niguel East area is the $3.14 price per square foot Residence 3 Luxury Model at Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals in the in the Laguna Niguel North neighborhood starting from $3,305. The second greatest value Laguna Niguel East apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio Model at The Vista at Laguna starting at $3,517 with a $3.55 price per square foot in the Highland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Laguna Niguel East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| The Vista at Laguna | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
| Pointe Niguel Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Vilara | The Boutique | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| Harbor Pointe | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Skye | A01 | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| 33262 Palo Alto St, Unit 2 | 33262 Palo Alto St | Studio ,1BA | $3.75 |
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Best Local Schools in Laguna Niguel East, Laguna Niguel, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Laguna Niguel East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Laguna Niguel East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Laguna Niguel East is under $2,672.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Laguna Niguel East?
The cheapest apartment in Laguna Niguel East is Aloma Apartments which is listed at $2,300, while the average apartment in Laguna Niguel East costs $13,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Laguna Niguel East?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in Laguna Niguel East that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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