Cheap Apartments for Rent in Monarch Beach, CA from $1,800 (19 Rentals)

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property at 33074 Ocean Rdg

$1,750

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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33074 Ocean Rdg

Dana PointCA92629

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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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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

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property at 34152 Selva Rd

$3,300

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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34152 Selva Rd, Unit 170, Unit 170

34152 Selva Rd
Dana PointCA92629
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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 1 Bed unit found at The Villas at Monarch Beach in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood priced from $2,619. 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
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,619
Del Prado House. Beautifully Renovated HomesBeachside Residence - Newly Renovated 1 BR 1 B...1BR,1BA$2,800
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 1A1BR,1BA$2,806
Harbor PointePlan A1BR,1BA$2,875
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 2 Luxury2BR,2BA$3,180

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

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monarch Beach area is the $3.10 price per square foot Residence 3 Luxury Model at Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals in the in the Laguna Niguel North neighborhood starting from $3,265. The second greatest value Monarch Beach apartment is the 31671 Seacove Dr Model at 31671 Seacove Dr starting at $4,495 with a $4.73 price per square foot in the Arch Beach Heights 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.
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 3 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.10
31671 Seacove Dr31671 Seacove Dr1BR,1BA$4.73
MareaPlan B12BR,2BA$4.09
Harbor PointePlan A1BR,1BA$3.69
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.63
33262 Palo Alto St, Unit 233262 Palo Alto StStudio ,1BA$3.75
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 1A1BR,1BA$5.22
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 $2,619 at The Villas at Monarch Beach.

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 $3,183 at Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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