1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lake Forest, CA (54 Rentals)

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24521 Raymond Way
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24521 Raymond Way

24521 Raymond WayLake Forest, CA 92630

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Forest Glen
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Forest Glen

25092 Farthing StLake Forest, CA 92630
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Trabuco Villas
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Trabuco Villas

25381 Mosswood WayLake Forest, CA 92630
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Mountain View
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Mountain View

24553 Raymond WayLake Forest, CA 92630

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Lake Forest Villas
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Lake Forest Villas

23442-23452 Packer PlLake Forest, CA 92630

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Laguna Woods Village
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Laguna Woods Village

2050 Via Mariposa ELaguna Woods, CA 92637
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Towne Centre
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Towne Centre

71 Auto Center DrFoothill Ranch, CA 92610
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4001 C. Sonora
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4001 C. Sonora

4001 C. SonoraLaguna Woods, CA 92637
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30522 Hunky Dory Ln
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30522 Hunky Dory Ln

30522 Hunky Dory LnTrabuco Canyon, CA 92679
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Saddleback Place
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Saddleback Place

272 California CtMission Viejo, CA 92692
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Anton Portola
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Anton Portola

100 FountainheadIrvine, CA 92618
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Alicia Village
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Alicia Village

25211 Stockport StLaguna Hills, CA 92653
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Lake Forest, CA Local Guide

Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 09, 2026

There are currently 72 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Lake Forest, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,052 to $4,200. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Lake Forest with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Pacific Commerce Center32$2,575$2,205
Rancho de los Alisos21$2,488$2,052
Serrano Highlands19$2,501$2,052

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 1,175 square feet priced from $3,575. Portola Court Apartment Homes has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,060 square feet and currently listed start at $4,045. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lake Forest:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Promenade at Irvine SpectrumPlan 191,175 Sq Ft$3,575
Portola Court Apartment HomesPlan M1,060 Sq Ft$4,045
The Village at Irvine SpectrumMirador - Plan 12988 Sq Ft$3,050
Los Olivos at Irvine SpectrumPosare - Plan K932 Sq Ft$3,550
Madrid1x1DGRAN894 Sq Ft$2,867
eaves Lake ForestA4870 Sq Ft$2,370
The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsValencia - 1 Bedroom864 Sq Ft$2,450
Villa SolanaLa Playa841 Sq Ft$2,546
Avalon Baker RanchA7835 Sq Ft$3,170
Cortesia at Rancho Santa MargaritaVenice835 Sq Ft$2,417

Cheapest Available Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 09, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lake Forest, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Down Model starting from $2,052 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood. The second most affordable Lake Forest 1 Bedroom is the Plan 2 Model at Emerald Court Apartment Homes starting at $2,170 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lake Forest is currently $2,873. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lake Forest:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Saddleback Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Down$2,052
Emerald Court Apartment HomesPlan 2$2,170
eaves Lake ForestA1$2,205
Cortesia at Rancho Santa MargaritaSiena$2,217
Alicia PlazaPlan B$2,225
Spring Lakes Apartment HomesPlan A$2,230
Alicia VillagePlan A$2,260
Siena TerraceNaples$2,327
Los Alisos at Mission ViejoOne Bedroom A1A$2,364
154 Canyon Woods Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath$2,375

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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 Saddleback Ranch Apartments listed at $2,052.

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 $2,873.

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 1,175 square feet unit starting from $3,575 at Promenade at Irvine Spectrum.

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!