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33741 Olinda Dr
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33741 Olinda Dr

33741 Olinda DrDana Point, CA 92629
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24241 Santa Clara Ave
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24241 Santa Clara Ave

24241 Santa Clara AveDana Point, CA 92629
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2300 Calle Lobina
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2300 Calle Lobina

2300 Calle LobinaSan Clemente, CA 92673
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Dana Point, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dana Point, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/27/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Dana Point, CA area range in price from $2,491 to $13,500 with an overall median price of $9,017. The three Dana Point neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Dana Hills at $2,620, Del Obispo at $2,697, and Lantern Village at $2,620. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dana Point Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Dana Hills$4,534$2,62048
Del Obispo$4,534$2,69757
Lantern Village$4,534$2,62040
Harbor$13,500$2,49189
Monarch Point$13,500$2,49189
Three Arch Bay$13,500$2,49189

Cheapest Available Dana Point Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dana Point, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 24831 La Paz Ave. in the Laguna Niguel South neighborhood priced from $2,495. The Villas at Monarch Beach in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,542. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dana Point apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
24831 La Paz Ave.2x22BR,2BA$2,495
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,542
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$2,673
Pacific Pointe ApartmentsPlan A11BR,1BA$2,715
The PalmerPlan A21BR,1BA$2,725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dana Point, CA

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dana Point area is the $2.65 price per square foot 22A Model at Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments in the in the Bluebird Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,345. The second greatest value Dana Point apartment is the Plan D Model at Harbor Pointe starting at $3,757 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dana Point apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments22A2BR,2BA$2.65
Harbor PointePlan D2BR,2.5BA$3.03
24831 La Paz Ave.2x22BR,2BA$2.77
Niguel Summit Condominium RentalsResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.53
The Villas at Monarch BeachOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.63
Pacific Pointe ApartmentsPlan A11BR,1BA$3.93
MareaPlan A11BR,1BA$4.16
The PalmerPlan A21BR,1BA$3.98
Seabrook at Bear BrandPlan 1A1BR,1BA$5.01
Everleigh San Clemente 55+ Apartment Homes1x1A1BR,1BA$5.35

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Dana Point Overview

Nestled in southern California between Los Angeles and San Diego, Dana Point is a picturesque harbor town, a place ideal for those who love the environment of Southern California but hate the big city rush of its larger cities. This community of just over 33,000 residents is the perfect home for those who want a more relaxed atmosphere but also with relatively close access to more urban areas. Here, the beach is down the street while Los Angeles and Anaheim are little more than an hour away. So if that type of coastal living and close city access is up your alley, then now is a great idea to look at apartments in Dana Point, CA.

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Why live in Dana Point, CA?

If you're tired of living in the city and want to be closer to the beaches, then Dana Point is the perfect city for you. While this isn't the smallest of town, it's small enough to commonly see neighbors out and about and large enough to enjoy an array of shops and restaurants. 

Getting Around Dana Point, CA

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dana Point Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dana Point Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dana Point Apartment is $2,620 at The Villas at Monarch Beach.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dana Point Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dana Point is starting from $2,495 at 24831 La Paz Ave..

What is the most affordable Dana Point Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dana Point Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Seabrook at Bear Brand and starts from $4,202.

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