
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lake Forest, CA (67 Rentals)


The Arbors

Avalon Baker Ranch

eaves Lake Forest

Siena Terrace

Westridge Apartment Homes

SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMES

25671 Le Parc, Unit 25671 Le Parc Lake Forest

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22700 Lake Forest Dr, Unit GO FL2-ID7859A

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22700 Lake Forest Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID7943A
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1000 Lupine-SI FL2-ID8030A, Unit SI FL2-ID8030A

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1000 Lupine-SI FL3-ID12026A, Unit SI FL3-ID12026A

1000 Lupine

25761 Le Parc

Old Trabuco Highlands

Bendricon Apartments

Aliso Creek Villas

24521 Raymond Way

Arroyo at Baker Ranch

Forest Glen
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Emerald Court Apartment Homes

Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes

Spring Lakes Apartment Homes

Timbers Apartments, El Toro

Bellecour Way Apartment Homes

Trabuco Villas

Ridgecrest Apartments

Mountain View

The Meadows Seniors Apartments

Lake Forest Villas
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Portola Senior Apartments

Promenade at Irvine Spectrum

Los Alisos at Mission Viejo

Los Olivos at Irvine Spectrum

The Village at Irvine Spectrum

Alicia Viejo Apartment Homes

Reata Oakbrook Village

Paloma Summit Condominium Rentals

Saddleback Ranch Apartments

The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments
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Vista Del Lago

SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMES

Portola Court Apartment Homes

Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita

3018 Via Buena Vis, Unit 3018-c Via Buena Vista

2131 Via Puerta, Unit F

28425 Pueblo Dr

24151 El Tiradore Cir

23195 Mesto
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Lake Forest, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest Studio Apartments | $2,825 | $1,950 | $4,485 |
Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,242 | $2,200 | $5,805 |
| Lake Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,058 | $2,702 | $8,635 |
| Lake Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,499 | $3,717 | $4,930 |
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Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: August 23, 2026There are currently 86 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Lake Forest, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,200 to $4,600. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Lake Forest with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Commerce Center | 40 | $2,600 | $2,210 |
| Rancho de los Alisos | 26 | $2,472 | $2,200 |
| Serrano Highlands | 20 | $2,532 | $2,200 |
Largest Available Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lake Forest, CA is found at Promenade at Irvine Spectrum in the Irvine Spectrum neighborhood and is 1,204 square feet priced from $3,825. The Village at Irvine Spectrum in the Oak Creek neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 978 square feet and currently listed start at $2,850. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lake Forest:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Promenade at Irvine Spectrum | Plan 19 | 1,204 Sq Ft | $3,825 |
| The Village at Irvine Spectrum | Serena - Plan 17 | 978 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
| The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Casa - 1 Bedroom | 899 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| Madrid | 1x1FIG | 885 Sq Ft | $2,629 |
| Los Olivos at Irvine Spectrum | Domicilio - Plan M | 848 Sq Ft | $3,795 |
| Reata Oakbrook Village | Reata Plan 1C | 833 Sq Ft | $2,989 |
| Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Mandevilla | 830 Sq Ft | $2,572 |
| Portola Court Apartment Homes | Plan E | 803 Sq Ft | $3,270 |
| Paloma Summit Condominium Rentals | Residence 3 Luxury | 777 Sq Ft | $2,857 |
| Arroyo at Baker Ranch | BR1 | 752 Sq Ft | $2,007 |
Cheapest Available Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lake Forest, CA is the BR1 Model starting from $2,007 at Arroyo at Baker Ranch in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood. The second most affordable Lake Forest 1 Bedroom is the Plan A Model at Spring Lakes Apartment Homes starting at $2,185 in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lake Forest is currently $3,242. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lake Forest:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Arroyo at Baker Ranch | BR1 | $2,007 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan A | $2,185 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | $2,200 |
| eaves Lake Forest | A3 | $2,275 |
| Alicia Village | Plan B | $2,300 |
| Emerald Court Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | $2,320 |
| The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Valencia - 1 Bedroom | $2,350 |
| Vista Del Lago | Costa Renovated | $2,352 |
| Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | One Bedroom A1B | $2,386 |
| SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMES | Agave | $2,399 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lake Forest Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Lake Forest with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Lake Forest is at Arroyo at Baker Ranch listed at $2,007.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lake Forest Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lake Forest is $3,242.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lake Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lake Forest is a 1,204 square feet unit starting from $3,825 at Promenade at Irvine Spectrum.
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