
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Laguna Niguel East Neighborhood of Laguna Niguel, CA from $1,060 (36 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Laguna Niguel East area of Laguna Niguel.


Aloma Apartments

The Palms at Laguna Niguel

Skye

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Hanover Laguna Niguel

Seaside at Laguna Heights

Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments

Blu Apartments

Vilara
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Villa Paloma Senior Apartments

124 La Mirage Cir

Bella Vista Apartments

31462 La Matanza St, Unit 31462 B

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Seabrook at Bear Brand

Marea
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Bellogente Garden Apartments

40 Corniche Dr, Unit #Beautiful Ocean View

The Villas at Monarch Beach

Arroyo Vista

Groves Seniors 62+

Idyllwillow

Harrison House Apartments

Seasons II San Juan Capistrano

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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 | $2,647 | $1,628 | $3,088 |
| Laguna Niguel East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,973 | $1,570 | $5,000 |
| Laguna Niguel East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,618 | $2,093 | $5,774 |
| Laguna Niguel East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,825 | $3,050 | $6,500 |
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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. The Palms at Laguna Niguel has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,519. 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 |
| The Palms at Laguna Niguel | Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2,519 |
| Wood Canyon Villas | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,545 |
| Skye | A05 | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,553 |
| Laurel Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,570 |
| Seaside at Laguna Heights | Seaside Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,619 |
| Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,644 |
| Blu Apartments | S405 | Studio,1BA | $2,674 |
| 55+ FountainGlen Laguna Niguel | Mission | 1BR,1BA | $2,725 |
| Vilara | The Exquisite | 1BR,1BA | $2,736 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laguna Niguel East, CA
As of September 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Laguna Niguel East area is the $2.78 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22A Model at Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments in the in the Arch Beach Heights neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Laguna Niguel East apartment is the Plan D2 Model at Harbor Pointe starting at $3,858 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel East 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22A | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Harbor Pointe | Plan D2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.08 |
| The Vista at Laguna | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Alicante Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.50 |
| Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals | Residence 2 Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Wood Canyon Villas | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Skye | A04 | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
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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 $2,736.
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 $3,187.
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 5 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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