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1d ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,819–$3,587
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4d ago
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23251 Los Alisos Blvd, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,425
Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
26322 Towne Centre Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92610
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,550–$3,246
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
20041 Osterman Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,449–$2,984
Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,695–$4,020
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10h ago
Verified
22700 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,210–$4,020
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
22700 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,990–$4,730
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,430
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22h ago
20702 El Toro Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,495–$2,895
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos apartment for rent in Lake Forest
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Business center
1 bed
1 bath
$2,275
Apartment for rent
Swimming Pool
Outdoor Space
Fitness Center
In-Unit Laundry
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos apartment for rent in Lake Forest
Garage parking | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$2,570
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Townhouse for rent in Lake Forest
4 beds
3 baths
$4,697
House for rent
Available May 12
1d ago
Portola Hills condo for rent in Lake Forest
28425 Pueblo Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92679
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$1,550
Condo for rent
Available Jun 1
1d ago
Foothill Ranch house for rent in Lake Forest
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | On-site management
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,200
House for rent
Available May 11
1d ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$3,900
House for rent
2d ago
Serrano Highlands townhouse for rent in Lake Forest
21184 Gladiolos Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,400
House for rent
3d ago
Rancho de los Alisos townhouse for rent in Lake Forest
20871 Heatherview #19, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Garage parking | Swimming pool | Storage
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,800
House for rent
3d ago
Rancho de los Alisos apartment for rent in Lake Forest
Hardwood floor | Carpet | On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$2,225
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Rancho de los Alisos apartment for rent in Lake Forest
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Central heat
Studio
1 bath
$2,175
Apartment for rent
4d ago
25334 Via Viejo, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
House for rent
Available May 13
4d ago
Rancho de los Alisos apartment for rent in Lake Forest
2 beds
2 baths
$2,840
$2,690
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,700
$4,500
Price drop
House for rent
Available Apr 27
5d+ ago
Foothill Ranch house for rent in Lake Forest
4 beds
2.5 baths
$15,000
House for rent
Available Apr 16
5d+ ago
Pacific Commercentre house for rent in Lake Forest
181 Pin Ln, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
5 beds
3.5 baths
$18,000
House for rent
Available Feb 5
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
24282 Sunnybrook Cir, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
4 beds
3 baths
$15,000
House for rent
Available Apr 2
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos condo for rent in Lake Forest
3 beds
3.5 baths
$12,000
Condo for rent
Available Feb 2
5d+ ago
21011 Osterman Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$3,205
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
3 beds
2 baths
$5,400
House for rent
Available Apr 28
5d+ ago
Portola Hills house for rent in Lake Forest
2 beds
2 baths
$3,100
House for rent
Available May 6
5d+ ago
Pacific Commercentre house for rent in Lake Forest
4 beds
4 baths
$6,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos house for rent in Lake Forest
21421 Monterra #NA, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3 baths
$6,650
$6,400
Price drop
House for rent
Available Apr 4
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
4 beds
2.5 baths
$5,195
House for rent
Available May 5
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos townhouse for rent in Lake Forest
454 Palermo, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
3.5 baths
$4,300
House for rent
5d+ ago
Foothill Ranch house for rent in Lake Forest
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,550
House for rent
Available May 11
5d+ ago
Baker Ranch condo for rent in Lake Forest
4 beds
3 baths
$4,800
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Lake Forest
21708 Lake Vista Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,750
$4,700
Price drop
House for rent
Available May 25
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Lake Forest
1 bed
1 bath
$2,385
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Lake Forest
2 beds
2 baths
$3,365
$3,160
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
5 beds
3 baths
$5,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos apartment for rent in Lake Forest
Hardwood floor | Carpet | On-site management
2 beds
2 baths
$2,975
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos apartment for rent in Lake Forest
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Central heat
2 beds
2 baths
$2,845
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Pacific Commercentre house for rent in Lake Forest
231 Huckleberry, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Residents lounge
5 beds
5.5 baths
$8,600
House for rent
5d+ ago
Baker Ranch house for rent in Lake Forest
158 Pinnacle Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
4 beds
4 baths
$6,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos apartment for rent in Lake Forest
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$2,325
$2,210
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
3 beds
2 baths
$3,950
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Lake Forest
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos condo for rent in Lake Forest
25712 Le Parc #19, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos apartment for rent in Lake Forest
1 bed
1 bath
$2,340
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Portola Hills townhouse for rent in Lake Forest
28511 Trento Way, Lake Forest, CA 92679
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,350
House for rent
5d+ ago
Foothill Ranch condo for rent in Lake Forest
88 Mission Ct, Lake Forest, CA 92610
Garage parking | Fitness center | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,600
Condo for rent
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Lake Forest residents appreciate the abundance of outdoor activities, with parks and trails providing ample opportunities for hiking and biking. The community is generally seen as safe and family-friendly, with good schools and amenities nearby. However, some locals express dissatisfaction with traffic congestion and a lack of diverse dining options. Additionally, the area’s suburban feel can sometimes lead to a sense of isolation, making it less vibrant compared to nearby cities.
Lake Forest's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,500 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $3,200 monthly. These figures remained relatively stable compared to the previous year, making them reliable benchmarks for budget planning.
Rents in Lake Forest, CA are going up, with a significant year-over-year increase of 10.4% in average monthly rent. Specifically, 1-bedroom apartments have seen a modest 3.7% annual increase, and 2-bedroom apartments have experienced a 6.96% increase.
May offers the lowest rental prices in Lake Forest, with approximately 14% savings compared to October's peak rates. November presents the least competitive rental environment with reduced demand, while April sees the highest competition between renters for available inventory.
Serrano Highlands, Lake Forest, Baker Ranch, and Pacific Commerce Centre stand out for their strong community appeal and high walk scores. El Toro generates the highest consumer interest at nearly twice the market average, with one-bedroom apartments renting for around $2,930 monthly.
Portola Hills offers the most affordable option with one-bedroom apartments at around $1,450 per month, representing 43% below the city median. Rancho De Los Alisos provides another budget-friendly choice at around $2,340 monthly, running 7% below the median while maintaining access to city amenities.
Baker Ranch, Pacific Commerce Centre, Foothill Ranch, and Lake Forest offer the best options for pet owners, featuring pet-safe windows and dedicated pet spaces. These neighborhoods provide extensive outdoor areas for walks, nearby dog parks, and many properties maintain no breed restrictions with regular pet events.
Utilities are rarely included in Lake Forest rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of available listings across all apartment types. Most renters should budget separately for electricity, gas, water, and other utility costs beyond their monthly rent payment.
Contemporary architecture leads Lake Forest's rental market at 36% of properties, featuring clean lines and open floor plans from mid-20th century design. Mediterranean-style homes account for 27% of the market, while Spanish architecture represents 15% of available rentals, reflecting the area's diverse architectural heritage.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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