
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Joaquin Hills Neighborhood of Laguna Niguel, CA from $1,000 (7 Rentals)
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San Joaquin Hills, Laguna Niguel, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Joaquin Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Joaquin Hills Studio Apartments | $2,665 | $2,358 | $3,450 |
| San Joaquin Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,957 | $2,300 | $5,035 |
| San Joaquin Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,676 | $2,400 | $5,090 |
| San Joaquin Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,564 | $4,187 | $6,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the San Joaquin Hills Neighborhood of Laguna Niguel, CA.
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Cheapest Available San Joaquin Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Joaquin Hills 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 $2,400. Here are the most affordable San Joaquin Hills 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 | $2,400 |
| The Palms at Laguna Niguel | Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2,429 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Joaquin Hills, CA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Joaquin Hills area is the $3.06 price per square foot The Milan Model at ARTÀ Apartments in the in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood starting from $4,229. The second greatest value San Joaquin Hills apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio Model at The Vista at Laguna starting at $3,172 with a $3.20 price per square foot in the Highland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Joaquin Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARTÀ Apartments | The Milan | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.06 |
| The Vista at Laguna | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| Alize Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Alicia Village | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Ravello | 1G | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Pointe Niguel Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Aliso Creek Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Vista Real Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Alicia Plaza | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Joaquin Hills, Laguna Niguel, CA
Ranked #3
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Joaquin Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Joaquin Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Joaquin Hills is under $2,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Joaquin Hills?
The cheapest apartment in San Joaquin Hills is Aloma Apartments which is listed at $2,300, while the average apartment in San Joaquin Hills costs $4,426.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Joaquin Hills?
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 6 regular apartments in San Joaquin Hills 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 San Joaquin Hills?
Cheap apartments in San Joaquin Hills have an average cost of $208 which is $4,218 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Joaquin Hills.
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