
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Monarch Beach, CA (72 Rentals)


Marea

Seabrook at Bear Brand

Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments

Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals

The Villas at Monarch Beach

23732 Hillhurst Dr

31251 Pedro St

30902 Club House Dr

34148 Selva Rd, Unit 185
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34082 El Encanto Ave

Villa Orilla

33741 Olinda Dr

33891 Olinda Dr

34011 St. of the Violet Lantern

34001 Amber Lantern St

33832 Copper Lantern St

33912 Olinda Dr

34041 Ruby Lantern St

34001 Copper Lantern St
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34142 Ruby Lantern St

33816 Diana Dr

34022 El Encanto Ave

33852 Copper Lantern St

34036 El Encanto Ave

34001 Violet Lantern St

La Vista

33941-33951 Violet Lantern St

32641 Mediterranean Dr

24257 Santa Clara Ave
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34122 El Encanto Ave

33801 Mariana Dr

34072 Silver Lantern St

33901 Malaga Dr

34042 Malaga Dr

South Cove

34091 La Serena Dr

33972 El Encanto Ave

34091 Violet Lantern St

33892-33898 Diana Dr
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34161 La Serena Dr

34072 El Encanto Ave

33851 Mariana Dr

34035 Violet Lantern

33961 Silver Lantern St

Alcazar Apartments

33851 Silver Lantern St

34071 Violet Lantern St

33842 Copper Lantern St

33751 Silver Lantern St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monarch Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monarch Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $2,651 | $4,971 |
| Monarch Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,056 | $2,812 | $7,278 |
| Monarch Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,808 | $4,875 | $6,958 |
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Largest Available Monarch Beach and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Monarch Beach, CA is found at Prado West in the Laguna Niguel South neighborhood and is 868 square feet priced from $4,007. Marea in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 810 square feet and currently listed start at $3,560. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Monarch Beach:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prado West | A1 | 868 Sq Ft | $4,007 |
| Marea | Plan A3 | 810 Sq Ft | $3,560 |
| Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments | 11A | 770 Sq Ft | $2,695 |
| Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 755 Sq Ft | $2,773 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1C | 746 Sq Ft | $3,269 |
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | 721 Sq Ft | $2,748 |
Cheapest Available Monarch Beach and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 04, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Monarch Beach, CA is the 11A Model starting from $2,695 at Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments in the Arch Beach Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable Monarch Beach 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom One Bath Model at The Villas at Monarch Beach starting at $2,748 in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Monarch Beach is currently $3,250. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Monarch Beach:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments | 11A | $2,695 |
| The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | $2,748 |
| Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | $2,773 |
| Seabrook at Bear Brand | Plan 1A | $2,796 |
| Marea | Plan A1 | $3,135 |
| Prado West | A1 | $4,007 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Monarch Beach Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Monarch Beach Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Monarch Beach is $3,250.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Monarch Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Monarch Beach is a 868 square feet unit starting from $4,007 at Prado West.
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