
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Laguna Beach, CA from $1,400 (9 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Laguna Beach?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Laguna Beach Studio Apartments | $3,659 | $2,295 | $5,900 |
Cheap Laguna Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,452 | $2,330 | $6,955 |
Cheap Laguna Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,313 | $2,644 | $9,049 |
Cheap Laguna Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,369 | $3,930 | $4,781 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Laguna Beach, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/05/2025Current apartment rentals in the Laguna Beach, CA area range in price from $1,895 to $9,049 with an overall median price of $3,920. The three Laguna Beach neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Arch Beach Heights at $2,295, Diamond/Crestview at $2,500, and Temple Hills at $3,685. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Laguna Beach Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Arch Beach Heights | $3,435 | $2,295 | 79 |
Diamond/Crestview | $3,685 | $2,500 | 3 |
Temple Hills | $3,685 | $3,685 | 1 |
Upper Diamond | $3,685 | $2,500 | 3 |
Civic Art District | $3,842 | $2,295 | 4 |
Laguna Village North | $3,842 | $2,295 | 3 |
Emerald Terrace | $4,000 | $2,295 | 3 |
Laguna Village | $4,000 | $2,295 | 4 |
Woods Cove | $4,058 | $2,500 | 2 |
California Cove | $4,267 | $1,895 | 299 |
Cheapest Available Laguna Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Laguna Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Villas at Monarch Beach in the Laguna Niguel East neighborhood priced from $2,329. Aventine at Aliso Viejo in the Top of the World neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,555. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Laguna Beach apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,329 |
Aventine at Aliso Viejo | Tivoli | 1BR,1BA | $2,555 |
Alicante Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,563 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laguna Beach, CA
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Laguna 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 Laguna Beach apartment is the Plan D Model at Pointe Niguel Apartments starting at $3,459 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Laguna Niguel North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Laguna Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Elan Overlook Laguna Apartments | 22A | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
Pointe Niguel Apartments | Plan D | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.88 |
Wood Canyon Villas | Plan F | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.93 |
The Vista at Laguna | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
ARTÀ Apartments | The Madrid | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
St. Moritz | Geneva | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Alicante Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
Niguel Summit Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
The Villas at Monarch Beach | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
Aventine at Aliso Viejo | Tivoli | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
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Laguna Beach Overview
Those who have heard about Laguna Beach, CA likely know it from the name of the TV show that bears its name. Without a doubt, Laguna Beach, CA is known for its gorgeous weather, blue ocean, and scenic views, however, this is only one of the many reasons why so many people are looking to apartments in Laguna Beach, CA. Anyone who is thinking about moving into Laguna Beach apartments should get to know a little bit more about the city.
Why live in Laguna Beach, CA?
There are numerous reasons why so many people are choosing to live in Laguna Beach, CA. First, the weather of Southern California is hard to beat. There is a relatively stable temperature range throughout the year, ensuring that the temperature is never too hot or too cold. Furthermore, Laguna Beach, CA also has relatively little rainfall, meaning it isn’t too humid. Finally, the culture of Laguna Beach, CA is very laid back. This means that people can sit back, relax, and do things at their own pace.
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Getting Around Laguna Beach, CA
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Laguna Beach Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Laguna Beach?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Laguna Beach is under $2,831.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Laguna Beach?
The cheapest apartment in Laguna Beach is The Villas at Monarch Beach which is listed at $2,329, while the average apartment in Laguna Beach costs $3,920.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Laguna Beach?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Laguna Beach that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Laguna Beach?
Cheap apartments in Laguna Beach have an average cost of $1,601 which is $2,319 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Laguna Beach.
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