
Apartments for Rent in Lake Forest, CA (227 Rentals)


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25671 Le Parc, Unit 25671 Le Parc Lake Forest

Furnished Studio-Orange County - Lake Forest

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1000 Lupine-SI FL3-ID12667A, Unit SI FL3-ID12667A

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1000 Lupine-SI FL3-ID12347A, Unit SI FL3-ID12347A

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1000 Lupine-SI FL3-ID5717A, Unit SI FL3-ID5717A

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1000 Lupine-SI FL3-ID10362A, Unit SI FL3-ID10362A

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22700 Lake Forest Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID7849A

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22700 Lake Forest Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID12357A

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22700 Lake Forest Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID12262A

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1000 Lupine-SI FL2-ID4078A, Unit SI FL2-ID4078A
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22700 Lake Forest Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID7859A

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21978 Cayuga Ln

151 Holliston

22700 Lake Forest Dr

20702 El Toro Rd

25761 Le Parc

23236 Orange Ave

25244 Birch Grove Ln

19431 Rue De Valore
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24362 Woodwalk Rd

77 Carriage Dr

55 Lilac

22185 Crane St

21676 Superior Ln

1 Marseille Way

25235 Cinnamon Rd

23276 Orange Ave, Unit 4

Promenade at Irvine Spectrum

Los Alisos at Mission Viejo
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest Studio Apartments | $2,980 | $1,895 | $4,865 |
| Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,185 | $2,188 | $5,605 |
| Lake Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,053 | $2,647 | $8,540 |
| Lake Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,809 | $3,829 | $6,955 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Lake Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,257 | $2,250 | $4,900 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,405 | $3,490 | $5,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $7,009 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $9,330 | $6,600 | $10,000+ |
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Lake Forest, CAPopulation: 85,623
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in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Forest
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Lake Forest, CA?
As of today, August 02, 2026, there are currently 227 available Lake Forest apartments priced from $1,895 to $8,540, with an average monthly rent of $3,490.
What Lake Forest neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 3 neighborhoods in the Lake Forest area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Central OC West of I 5 with 4,851 listings, South Anaheim with 4,116 listings, and North Anaheim with 3,212 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in Lake Forest?
There are currently 44 Studio Apartments in Lake Forest with rent ranges from $1,895 to $4,865 with an average price of $2,980.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lake Forest Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lake Forest ranges from $2,188 to $5,605 with an average monthly rent of $3,185.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Forest cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lake Forest range from $2,647 to $8,540. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,053.
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