
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Laguna Niguel East Neighborhood of Laguna Niguel, CA from $1,000 (36 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Laguna Niguel East area of Laguna Niguel.


The Palms at Laguna Niguel

23732 Hillhurst Dr

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Hanover Laguna Niguel

Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments

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IMT Laguna Niguel

Seaside at Laguna Heights

Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments

Blu Apartments
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The Vista at Laguna

Pointe Niguel Apartments

55+ FountainGlen Laguna Niguel

30902 Club House Dr
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28232 Sorrento

25941 Montemar

Villa Paloma Senior Apartments

Wood Canyon Villas

Bella Vista Apartments

Bellogente Garden Apartments

Alicante Apartment Homes

The Villas at Monarch Beach

Seabrook at Bear Brand
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Marea

Arroyo Vista

Groves Seniors 62+

Idyllwillow

Harrison House Apartments

Seasons II San Juan Capistrano

Laurel Vista Apartment Homes

138 Gauguin Cir

27677 Aquamarine
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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 | $2,559 | $1,177 | $3,503 |
| Laguna Niguel East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,973 | $1,135 | $5,316 |
| Laguna Niguel East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $1,513 | $6,169 |
| Laguna Niguel East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,201 | $4,537 | $6,500 |
| Laguna Niguel East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,200 | $7,200 | $7,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 36 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. Wood Canyon Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,365. 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 |
| Wood Canyon Villas | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,365 |
| The Palms at Laguna Niguel | Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2,377 |
| Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,499 |
| Seaside at Laguna Heights | Seaside Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,543 |
| Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Blu Apartments | S405 | Studio,1BA | $2,616 |
| Alicante Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,618 |
| Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,672 |
| Skye | A01 | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,684 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laguna Niguel East, CA
As of July 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Laguna Niguel East area is the $3.05 price per square foot Plan D2 Model at Harbor Pointe in the in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood starting from $3,818. 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 $3,213 with a $3.25 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel North 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Pointe | Plan D2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.05 |
| The Vista at Laguna | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio | 2BR,2BA | $3.25 |
| Laurel Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.56 |
| Pointe Niguel Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Alicante Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
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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 $2,684.
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 $7,500.
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 7 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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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