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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Laguna Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Laguna Hills Studio Apartments | $2,993 | $1,895 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Laguna Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,572 | $2,074 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Laguna Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,369 | $2,703 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Laguna Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,641 | $3,710 | $9,627 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Laguna Hills, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/17/2025Current apartment rentals in the Laguna Hills, CA area range in price from $1,895 to $10,000 with an overall median price of $4,185. The three Laguna Hills neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are North Laguna Hills at $1,895, Sunrise at $1,895, and Laguna Hills Mall at $1,895. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Laguna Hills Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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North Laguna Hills | $3,567 | $1,895 | 174 |
Sunrise | $3,980 | $1,895 | 65 |
Laguna Hills Mall | $4,166 | $1,895 | 101 |
Aliso Place | $4,284 | $1,895 | 319 |
Castle Hill | $4,284 | $1,895 | 306 |
Capistrano Highlands | $4,305 | $1,895 | 207 |
Crestline | $4,305 | $1,895 | 288 |
Nellie Gail Ranch | $4,305 | $2,210 | 173 |
Acacia Knolls | $4,327 | $1,895 | 177 |
Aliso Meadows | $4,327 | $2,210 | 183 |
Cheapest Available Laguna Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Laguna Hills, CA is a Studio unit found at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood priced from $1,895. Saddleback Ranch Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,074. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Laguna Hills apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior Apartments | Villa - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $2,074 |
Alicia Village | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laguna Hills, CA
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Laguna Hills area is the $2.98 price per square foot Plan E Model at Wood Canyon Villas in the in the Top of the World neighborhood starting from $3,060. The second greatest value Laguna Hills apartment is the 2 BDRM/1 BATH Model at Timbers Apartments, El Toro starting at $2,805 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the Acacia Knolls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Laguna Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Wood Canyon Villas | Plan E | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
Timbers Apartments, El Toro | 2 BDRM/1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
ARTÀ Apartments | The Madrid | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
St. Moritz | Geneva | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
Aliso Creek Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
154 Canyon Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
eaves Lake Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
26972 El Retiro, Unit Attached unit | 26972 El Retiro | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
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Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Laguna Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Laguna Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Laguna Hills is at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior Apartments listed at $1,895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Laguna Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Laguna Hills Apartment is $2,074 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Laguna Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Laguna Hills is starting from $2,700 at eaves Mission Viejo.
What is the most affordable Laguna Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Laguna Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at City Lights at Town Center and starts from $4,055.
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