Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ocean Ranch Neighborhood of Laguna Niguel, CA from $1,600 (70 Rentals)

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Sea View Condos
Studio Apartments

Sea View Condos

24331-24351 Selva RdDana Point, CA 92629

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24831 La Paz Ave.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24831 La Paz Ave.

24831 La Paz AveDana Point, CA 92629
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33911 Diana Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

33911 Diana Dr

33911 Diana DrDana Point, CA 92629
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La Cresta Drive
2 Bedroom Apartments

La Cresta Drive

25081 La Cresta DrDana Point, CA 92629
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33741 Olinda Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

33741 Olinda Dr

33741 Olinda DrDana Point, CA 92629
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Villa Orilla
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Orilla

33910 Orilla RdDana Point, CA 92629
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24851 Selva Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

24851 Selva Rd

24851 Selva RdDana Point, CA 92629

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32641 Mediterranean Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

32641 Mediterranean Dr

32641 Mediterranean DrDana Point, CA 92629
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33851 Silver Lantern St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

33851 Silver Lantern St

33851 Silver Lantern StDana Point, CA 92629
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Rancho Alipaz
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rancho Alipaz

32371 Alipaz StSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Senior Living
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34161 La Serena Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

34161 La Serena Dr

34161 La Serena DrDana Point, CA 92629
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33831 Mariana Dr
Studio Apartments

33831 Mariana Dr

33831 Mariana DrDana Point, CA 92629
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33851 Malaga Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

33851 Malaga Dr

33851 Malaga DrDana Point, CA 92629
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26272 Via de Gavilan
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

26272 Via de Gavilan

26272 Via de GavilanSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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33781 Mariana Dr
Studio Apartments

33781 Mariana Dr

33781 Mariana DrDana Point, CA 92629

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33775 Olinda Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

33775 Olinda Dr

33775 Olinda DrDana Point, CA 92629
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33816 Diana Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

33816 Diana Dr

33816 Diana DrDana Point, CA 92629
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33901 Malaga Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

33901 Malaga Dr

33901 Malaga DrDana Point, CA 92629

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Ocean Ranch, Laguna Niguel, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ocean Ranch Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ocean Ranch area of Laguna Niguel, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Seabrook at Bear Brand priced from $2,492. Seaside at Laguna Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,567. Here are the most affordable Ocean Ranch apartments for rent in Laguna Niguel, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 1A1BR,1BA$2,492
Seaside at Laguna HeightsSeaside Plan 1A1BR,1BA$2,567
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,655
The PalmerPlan A11BR,1BA$2,795
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$2,815
MareaPlan A31BR,1BA$2,995
Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments22A2BR,2BA$3,399
Harbor PointePlan D22BR,2BA$3,918

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Ranch, CA

As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ocean Ranch 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 $3,399. The second greatest value Ocean Ranch apartment is the Plan D2 Model at Harbor Pointe starting at $3,918 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments22A2BR,2BA$2.70
Harbor PointePlan D22BR,2.5BA$3.13
MareaPlan A31BR,1BA$3.70
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.73
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.68
The PalmerPlan A11BR,1BA$4.10
Seaside at Laguna HeightsSeaside Plan 1A1BR,1BA$4.28
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.63

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean Ranch Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ocean Ranch?

The cheapest apartment in Ocean Ranch is Seabrook at Bear Brand which is listed at $2,492, while the average apartment in Ocean Ranch costs $4,780.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ocean Ranch?

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 2 regular apartments in Ocean Ranch that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Ocean Ranch?

Cheap apartments in Ocean Ranch have an average cost of $217 which is $4,563 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ocean Ranch.

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

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