Cheap Apartments for Rent in Monarch Beach, CA from $1,800 (9 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.
2 Bedroom Apartments

24831 La Paz Ave.

24831 La Paz AveDana Point, CA 92629
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Harbor Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Pointe

32762 Pointe Sutton P...Dana 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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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 $2,329. 24831 La Paz Ave. in the Laguna Niguel South neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,495. 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$2,329
24831 La Paz Ave.2x22BR,2BA$2,495
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 1A1BR,1BA$2,528

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

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monarch Beach area is the $2.46 price per square foot 22A Model at Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments in the in the Bluebird Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Monarch Beach apartment is the 2x2 Model at 24831 La Paz Ave. starting at $2,495 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel South 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$2.46
24831 La Paz Ave.2x22BR,2BA$2.77
Harbor PointePlan A1BR,1BA$3.29
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.48
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.23
MareaPlan A11BR,1BA$4.13
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.70
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 $2,329 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 $2,495 at 24831 La Paz Ave..

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