Cheap Apartments for Rent in Monarch Beach, CA from $1,800 (22 Rentals)

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33741 Olinda Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

33741 Olinda Dr

33741 Olinda DrDana Point, CA 92629
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24831 La Paz Ave.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24831 La Paz Ave.

24831 La Paz AveDana Point, CA 92629
property at 30902 Club House Dr

$2,775

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$2,775

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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30902 Club House Dr

Laguna NiguelCA92677
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24241 Santa Clara Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24241 Santa Clara Ave

24241 Santa Clara AveDana Point, CA 92629

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Harbor Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Pointe

32762 Pointe SuttonDana Point, CA 92629
property at 33542 Street of the Blue Lantern

$3,100

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$3,100

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$3,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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property at 34152 Selva Rd

$3,300

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$3,300

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34152 Selva Rd

Dana PointCA92629
property at 33852 Del Obispo St

$3,450

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$3,450

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33852 Del Obispo St

Dana PointCA92629

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property at 34148 Selva Rd

$3,600

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34148 Selva Rd, Unit 185

34148 Selva Rd
Dana PointCA92629

Monarch Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Monarch Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Monarch Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at 24831 La Paz Ave. in the Laguna Niguel South neighborhood priced from $1,895. Del Prado House. Beautifully Renovated Homes in the Three Arch Bay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monarch Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
24831 La Paz Ave.0x1Studio,1BA$1,895
Del Prado House. Beautifully Renovated HomesBeachside Residence - Newly Renovated 1 BR 1 B...1BR,1BA$2,800
The Villas at Monarch BeachTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2,820
Harbor PointePlan A1BR,1BA$2,935
MareaPlan A31BR,1BA$3,255

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monarch Beach, CA and Nearby

As of April 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monarch Beach area is the $2.70 price per square foot 22A Model at Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments in the in the Arch Beach Heights neighborhood starting from $3,399. The second greatest value Monarch Beach apartment is the Residence 3 Luxury Model at Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals starting at $3,372 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monarch Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments22A2BR,2BA$2.70
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 3 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.21
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 1D1BR,1BA$4.01
MareaPlan A31BR,1BA$4.02
Harbor PointePlan A1BR,1BA$3.76
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.97
24831 La Paz Ave.0x1Studio ,1BA$4.12
Del Prado House. Beautifully Renovated HomesBeachside Residence - Newly Renovated 1 BR 1 B...1BR,1BA$7.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monarch Beach Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Monarch Beach Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Monarch Beach Apartment is $2,800 at Del Prado House. Beautifully Renovated Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Monarch Beach Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Monarch Beach is starting from $2,820 at The Villas at Monarch Beach.

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