
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Palmilla Neighborhood of Laguna Niguel, CA from $2,200 (26 Rentals)
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Blu Apartments

The Palms at Laguna Niguel

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Laguna Gardens

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30902 Club House Dr
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Seabrook at Bear Brand

Alicante Apartment Homes

31956 Sunset Ave, Unit Studio
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Palmilla, Laguna Niguel, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palmilla?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmilla Studio Apartments | $2,463 | $2,235 | $2,864 |
| Palmilla 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,891 | $2,295 | $4,824 |
| Palmilla 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,484 | $2,719 | $5,374 |
| Palmilla 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,602 | $3,815 | $6,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Palmilla Neighborhood of Laguna Niguel, CA.
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Cheapest Available Palmilla Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palmilla area of Laguna Niguel, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Aloma Apartments priced from $2,300. Blu Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,330. Here are the most affordable Palmilla apartments for rent in Laguna Niguel, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aloma Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Blu Apartments | S100 | Studio,1BA | $2,330 |
| 55+ FountainGlen Laguna Niguel | Mission | 1BR,1BA | $2,334 |
| The Palms at Laguna Niguel | Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2,337 |
| Wood Canyon Villas | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,370 |
| Laguna Gardens | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,476 |
| Seaside at Laguna Heights | Seaside Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,490 |
| City Lights at Town Center | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,512 |
| Artisan Laguna Beach | 1x1a-P | 1BR,1BA | $2,571 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,578 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmilla, CA
As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palmilla area is the $3.07 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio Model at The Vista at Laguna in the in the Highland Park neighborhood starting from $3,039. The second greatest value Palmilla apartment is the Plan C - AVAILABLE. Downstairs unit. Model at Laguna Serrano starting at $2,995 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the Highland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmilla apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vista at Laguna | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
| Laguna Serrano | Plan C - AVAILABLE. Downstairs unit. | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| Aloma Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Pointe Niguel Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Hidden Hills Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Alicante Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| Skye | A06 | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| 55+ FountainGlen Laguna Niguel | Mission | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palmilla Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Palmilla?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Palmilla is under $2,578.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Palmilla?
The cheapest apartment in Palmilla is 55+ FountainGlen Laguna Niguel which is listed at $2,334, while the average apartment in Palmilla costs $4,491.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Palmilla?
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 12 regular apartments in Palmilla 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 Palmilla?
Cheap apartments in Palmilla have an average cost of $211 which is $4,280 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palmilla.
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