
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lake Forest, CA (66 Rentals)


154 Canyon Woods Apartments

The Arbors

Avalon Baker Ranch

Siena Terrace

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22700 Lake Forest Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID10171A

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1000 Lupine-SI FL2-ID6067A, Unit SI FL2-ID6067A

22700 Lake Forest Dr

1000 Lupine

20702 El Toro Rd

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Old Trabuco Highlands

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24521 Raymond Way

Arroyo at Baker Ranch

Forest Glen

Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes

Emerald Court Apartment Homes

Spring Lakes Apartment Homes

Timbers Apartments, El Toro

Bellecour Way Apartment Homes

Trabuco Villas

Ridgecrest Apartments
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Lake Forest Villas

Promenade at Irvine Spectrum

Los Alisos at Mission Viejo

The Village at Irvine Spectrum

Los Olivos at Irvine Spectrum

Alicia Viejo Apartment Homes

Reata Oakbrook Village
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Vista Del Lago

Villa Solana

Sonterra at Foothill Ranch

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Portola Court Apartment Homes

Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita

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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 | $2,897 | $1,895 | $4,900 |
Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,223 | $2,048 | $5,880 |
| Lake Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,991 | $2,705 | $7,490 |
| Lake Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,177 | $3,749 | $5,190 |
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Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: May 25, 2026There are currently 75 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Lake Forest, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,199 to $4,045. 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 | 34 | $2,635 | $2,495 |
| Rancho de los Alisos | 23 | $2,587 | $2,199 |
| Serrano Highlands | 18 | $2,613 | $2,199 |
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 1,091 square feet priced from $3,875. 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 $2,945. 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 | 1,091 Sq Ft | $3,875 |
| The Village at Irvine Spectrum | Serena - Plan 17 | 978 Sq Ft | $2,945 |
| The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Casa - 1 Bedroom | 899 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
| Madrid | 1x1DGRAN | 894 Sq Ft | $2,825 |
| Villa Solana | La Playa | 841 Sq Ft | $2,794 |
| Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita | Venice | 835 Sq Ft | $2,589 |
| Los Olivos at Irvine Spectrum | Villetta - Plan R | 807 Sq Ft | $3,050 |
| Portola Court Apartment Homes | Plan E | 803 Sq Ft | $3,150 |
| Avalon Baker Ranch | A5 | 799 Sq Ft | $2,655 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan A | 780 Sq Ft | $2,507 |
Cheapest Available Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lake Forest, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Up Model starting from $2,199 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood. The second most affordable Lake Forest 1 Bedroom is the Plan B Model at Spring Lakes Apartment Homes starting at $2,270 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lake Forest is currently $3,223. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lake Forest:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | $2,199 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan B | $2,270 |
| Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita | Siena | $2,309 |
| Emerald Court Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | $2,310 |
| The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Valencia - 1 Bedroom | $2,350 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Su Casa | $2,380 |
| Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | One Bedroom A1B | $2,393 |
| 154 Canyon Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | $2,425 |
| Bellecour Way Apartment Homes | Savio | $2,470 |
| Alicia Village | Plan B | $2,485 |
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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 $2,199.
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 $3,223.
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 1,091 square feet unit starting from $3,875 at Promenade at Irvine Spectrum.
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