
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Laguna Niguel, CA from $1,000 (11 Rentals)
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Laguna Niguel, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Laguna Niguel?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Laguna Niguel Studio Apartments | $2,863 | $2,190 | $10,000+ |
Laguna Niguel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,440 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
Laguna Niguel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,226 | $2,441 | $10,000+ |
Laguna Niguel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,955 | $3,710 | $9,627 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Laguna Niguel, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/16/2025Current apartment rentals in the Laguna Niguel, CA area range in price from $2,200 to $10,000 with an overall median price of $4,225. The three Laguna Niguel neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Laguna Heights at $2,357, Niguel Summit at $2,357, and Monarch Pointe at $2,394. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Laguna Niguel Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Laguna Heights | $3,201 | $2,357 | 49 |
Niguel Summit | $3,210 | $2,357 | 45 |
Monarch Pointe | $3,251 | $2,394 | 38 |
Rancho Niguel | $3,980 | $2,357 | 55 |
Foothill | $4,055 | $2,220 | 224 |
La Veta | $4,324 | $2,220 | 237 |
Niguel Hills | $4,324 | $2,200 | 238 |
Niguel Woods | $4,332 | $2,220 | 204 |
Pacesetter | $4,332 | $2,220 | 204 |
Palmilla | $4,332 | $2,220 | 236 |
Cheapest Available Laguna Niguel Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Laguna Niguel, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Alicia Village in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood priced from $2,090. Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes in the Highland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Laguna Niguel apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Alicia Village | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Mosaic Apartment Homes | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,215 |
Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,260 |
Hanover Laguna Niguel | A | Studio,1BA | $2,338 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laguna Niguel, CA and Nearby
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Laguna Niguel area is the $2.84 price per square foot Plan D Model at Pointe Niguel Apartments in the in the Laguna Niguel North neighborhood starting from $3,412. The second greatest value Laguna Niguel apartment is the Plan E Model at Wood Canyon Villas starting at $3,060 with a $2.98 price per square foot in the Top of the World neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Laguna Niguel apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pointe Niguel Apartments | Plan D | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.84 |
Wood Canyon Villas | Plan E | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
The Vista at Laguna | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
Alicia Village | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
ARTÀ Apartments | The Madrid | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
St. Moritz | Geneva | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
Alicante Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
Aliso Creek Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
Harbor Pointe | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
26972 El Retiro, Unit Attached unit | 26972 El Retiro | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
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Getting Around Laguna Niguel, CA
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Laguna Niguel Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Laguna Niguel?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Laguna Niguel is at Mosaic Apartment Homes listed at $2,215.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Laguna Niguel Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Laguna Niguel Apartment is $2,090 at Alicia Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Laguna Niguel Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Laguna Niguel is starting from $2,441 at The Villas at Monarch Beach.
What is the most affordable Laguna Niguel Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Laguna Niguel Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at ARTÀ Apartments and starts from $3,925.
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