Average Rent in Lake Forest, CA
11 apartment buildings, 183 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Cheapest
$2,412/mo
Siena Terrace Apartments
Properties
11
tracked daily
Units
183
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 11 properties in Lake Forest, CA.
Median rent trend, last 2 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Lake Forest, CA Rent Prices
All 11 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Siena Terrace Apartments
20041 Osterman Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA
Sonterra at Foothill Ranch Apartments
26322 Towne Centre Dr, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA
eaves Lake Forest
22700 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA
Skyview Apartments
21022 Los Alisos Blvd, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688, USA
Vista Del Lago Apartments
21622 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92692, USA
Artisan Laguna Beach
350 Artisan Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA
Madrid Apartments
28401 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Siena Terrace Apartments 20041 Osterman Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA | $2,412 | $2,794 | $3.37 | 4.6 (357) | 23 |
| 2 | Sonterra at Foothill Ranch Apartments 26322 Towne Centre Dr, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA | $2,458 | $3,033 | $3.18 | 4.5 (161) | 19 |
| 3 | eaves Lake Forest 22700 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA | $2,470 | $2,976 | $3.20 | 4.4 (211) | 14 |
| 4 | Skyview Apartments 21022 Los Alisos Blvd, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688, USA | $2,475 | $3,026 | $3.42 | 4.7 (239) | 17 |
| 5 | Vista Del Lago Apartments 21622 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92692, USA | $2,491 | $2,878 | $3.48 | 4.6 (344) | 24 |
| 6 | Artisan Laguna Beach 350 Artisan Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA | $2,554 | $3,397 | $3.60 | 4 (188) | 38 |
| 7 | Madrid Apartments 28401 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692, USA | $2,630 | $2,909 | $3.48 | 4.6 (315) | 5 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Siena Terrace Apartments
4.6 (357)20041 Osterman Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA
Sonterra at Foothill Ranch Apartments
4.5 (161)26322 Towne Centre Dr, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA
eaves Lake Forest
4.4 (211)22700 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA
Skyview Apartments
4.7 (239)21022 Los Alisos Blvd, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688, USA
Vista Del Lago Apartments
4.6 (344)21622 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92692, USA
Artisan Laguna Beach
4 (188)350 Artisan Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA
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Lake Forest, CA neighborhoods
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Lake Forest, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Lake Forest, CA is $3,109 per month, based on 183 units across 11 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,412 at Siena Terrace Apartments to $4,985 at Avalon Baker Ranch.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $2,700/mo | $2,412/mo | 85 |
| 2 Bed | $3,393/mo | $2,847/mo | 86 |
| 3 Bed | $3,974/mo | $2,752/mo | 12 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Lake Forest, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$124,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,109/mo.
Comfortable income
$149,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,412/mo), you need to earn at least $96,000/year.
Cost of living in Lake Forest, CA
We only have live rent data for Lake Forest, CA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,109 |
| Estimated total | $3,109/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in California
How Lake Forest, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Lake Forest, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $2,939 | -5% | +3.7% | 48 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,854 | -8% | -2.5% | 32 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,174 | +2% | -2.2% | 28 |
| Riverside, CA | $2,480 | -20% | -2.4% | 26 |
| Sacramento, CA | $2,408 | -23% | 0% | 23 |
| Oakland, CA | $3,608 | +16% | +0.9% | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Lake Forest, CA?
The average rent in Lake Forest, CA is $3,109 per month, based on 183 units across 11 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Lake Forest, CA?
The median asking rent in Lake Forest, CA is $2,994 per month, computed from 183 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $3,109/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Lake Forest, CA?
The lowest available rent in Lake Forest, CA starts at $2,412 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Lake Forest, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Lake Forest, CA average $2,700/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,412/mo across 85 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Lake Forest, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Lake Forest, CA average $3,393/mo. Units start from $2,847/mo across 86 units currently listed.
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