
Cheap Homes for Rent in Lake Forest, CA from $1,300 (12 Rentals)
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23424 Dune Mear Rd

19431 Rue De Valore
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20702 El Toro Rd

66 Chaumont Cir

7 Whitewood

10 Chaumont Cir
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3132 Via Serena N

2086 Ronda Granada

2086 Ronda Granada
Lake Forest, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Lake Forest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lake Forest 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,189 | $2,595 | $4,195 |
Lake Forest 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,407 | $1,350 | $6,500 |
Lake Forest 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,449 | $4,695 | $10,000+ |
Lake Forest 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,880 | $5,200 | $10,000+ |
Lake Forest 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,950 | $6,400 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lake Forest, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/03/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lake Forest, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lake Forest Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Rancho de los Alisos | $4,025 | $2,030 | 53 |
Serrano Highlands | $4,070 | $2,030 | 51 |
Pacific Commerce Center | $4,240 | $2,030 | 68 |
Cheapest Available Lake Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Forest, CA is a Studio unit found at Westridge Apartment Homes in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood priced from $2,030. Saddleback Ranch Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,045. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Forest apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Westridge Apartment Homes | Navaho | Studio,1BA | $2,030 |
Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
Alicia Village | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
Arroyo at Baker Ranch | BR2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,159 |
SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMES | Aloe | Studio,1BA | $2,188 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Forest, CA
As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Forest area is the $2.99 price per square foot 2 BDRM/2 BATH Model at Timbers Apartments, El Toro in the in the Acacia Knolls neighborhood starting from $3,065. The second greatest value Lake Forest apartment is the BR2 Model at Arroyo at Baker Ranch starting at $2,159 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Timbers Apartments, El Toro | 2 BDRM/2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
Arroyo at Baker Ranch | BR2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
River Oaks Apartments | 2 BR 2 BA Premium w/ Garage | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
Crestwood Apartment Homes | 22CL | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Down | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
eaves Lake Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
Villa Solana | Serrano | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
Alicia Plaza | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
Alicia Village | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Forest
What type of rentals are currently available in Lake Forest?
There are currently 142 Apartments for Rent in Lake Forest, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,750 to $9,323. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake Forest ranging from $1,350 to $13,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lake Forest?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lake Forest ranges from $1,350 to $13,300 with an average monthly rent of $5,440.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
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