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1d ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,449–$3,627
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3d ago
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23251 Los Alisos Blvd, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,375–$2,975
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Portola Hills house for rent in Lake Forest
4 beds
3 baths
$4,800
$4,600
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1d ago
Verified
20041 Osterman Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,327–$2,791
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1d ago
Verified
26322 Towne Centre Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92610
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,536–$3,799
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14h ago
20251 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Concierge service
Studio
1 bath
$2,069
Apartment for rent
34m ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,713–$4,860
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1d ago
Verified
22700 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,225–$3,995
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1d ago
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22700 Lake Forest Dr #5120A, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,630–$3,480
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$3,620–$3,990
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Dishwasher
Swimming Pool
Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
1d ago
Portola Hills house for rent in Lake Forest
19361 Jasper Hill Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92679
Furnished | Garage parking | Ceiling fan
4 beds
3 baths
$7,000
House for rent
1d ago
Rancho de los Alisos condo for rent in Lake Forest
371 Bellver, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Swimming pool | Outdoor space
3 beds
3 baths
$4,300
Condo for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
24091 Birdrock Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$4,295
$3,995
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House for rent
2d ago
Baker Ranch house for rent in Lake Forest
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor
3 beds
3 baths
$4,500
House for rent
Available Oct 30
2d ago
Baker Ranch house for rent in Lake Forest
308 Finch, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
3 beds
2 baths
$4,500
House for rent
2d ago
Pacific Commercentre house for rent in Lake Forest
151 Sweet Juniper, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
5 beds
5 baths
$7,300
$7,000
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House for rent
3d ago
Foothill Ranch house for rent in Lake Forest
68 Monserrat Pl, Lake Forest, CA 92610
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
4 beds
2 baths
$5,500
$5,200
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5d+ ago
20702 El Toro Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,395–$2,995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos house for rent in Lake Forest
263 Siena, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3 baths
$5,300
House for rent
5d+ ago
Foothill Ranch house for rent in Lake Forest
10 Sierra Blanco, Lake Forest, CA 92610
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
5 beds
3 baths
$5,690
House for rent
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos house for rent in Lake Forest
590 Catalonia #NA, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
4 baths
$5,700
House for rent
Available Nov 22
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Lake Forest
22321 Vista Verde Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$3,300
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Foothill Ranch townhouse for rent in Lake Forest
5 Santa Barbara Ct, Lake Forest, CA 92610
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$3,600
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Lake Forest
25356 Via Verde #25356, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Condo for rent
Available Oct 23
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Lake Forest
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,200
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
25235 Arder Ct #NA, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$4,278
House for rent
Available Dec 15
5d+ ago
Pacific Commercentre house for rent in Lake Forest
5 beds
6 baths
$7,500
$7,300
Price drop
House for rent
Available Sep 23
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos house for rent in Lake Forest
214 Denali, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
4 beds
2 baths
$4,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
24832 Forest Knoll Ln, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Garage parking | Swimming pool | Fitness center
4 beds
2 baths
$5,795
$5,595
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House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
25121 Rivendell Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
$5,300
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House for rent
5d+ ago
Foothill Ranch condo for rent in Lake Forest
19431 Rue De Valore #5C, Lake Forest, CA 92610
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$2,900
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Lake Forest
28512 cove Sorano, Lake Forest, CA 92679
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,400
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
21782 Tahoe Ln, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Furnished | Garage parking | Balcony
5 beds
3 baths
$8,988
$8,788
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House for rent
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 baths
$9,000
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
$7,500
House for rent
Available Apr 2
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos condo for rent in Lake Forest
3 beds
3 baths
$6,000
Condo for rent
Available Feb 2
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Lake Forest
22845 Orchid Creek Ln, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,400
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Pacific Commercentre house for rent in Lake Forest
150 Holliston, Lake Forest, CA 92630
4 beds
4 baths
$6,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Portola Hills house for rent in Lake Forest
1171 Viejo Hills Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92610
4 beds
3 baths
$4,900
$4,600
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House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Lake Forest
20702 El Toro Rd #226, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$2,900
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Lake Forest
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,295
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lake Forest
3 beds
3 baths
$5,750
House for rent
Available Aug 30
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos house for rent in Lake Forest
5 beds
4 baths
$5,800
House for rent
Available Jul 3
5d+ ago
Rancho de los Alisos condo for rent in Lake Forest
25885 Trabuco Rd #57, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,195
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Foothill Ranch house for rent in Lake Forest
36 Blanco, Lake Forest, CA 92610
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
5 beds
3 baths
$7,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Lake Forest
24189 Harbor Ridge Ln #82, Lake Forest, CA 92630
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
3 beds
3 baths
$3,995
House for rent
5d+ ago
Portola Hills house for rent in Lake Forest
1901 Aliso Canyon Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92610
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Outdoor space
5 beds
4 baths
$5,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
Foothill Ranch house for rent in Lake Forest
4 beds
4 baths
$5,250
House for rent
Available Sep 18
5d+ ago
Pacific Commercentre house for rent in Lake Forest
4 beds
4 baths
$6,000
House for rent
Available Sep 21
5d+ ago
Foothill Ranch house for rent in Lake Forest
4 beds
3 baths
$5,000
House for rent
Available Jul 3
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Lake Forest rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 88 apartments for rent in Lake Forest, with a median rent price of $3,609 per month. Lake Forest has seen a 10%—or $454—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$3,609Year Over Year Change
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$454
Rentals available, last 30 days
88
The average rent in Lake Forest, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $3,609, which is a 10.05% decrease year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Lake Forest, CA is about $2,675. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Lake Forest, CA is $3,375, and studios are about $2,399 per month.
See more Lake Forest, CA rent data on our rent research page.
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25350 serrano rd
lake forest, CA, 92630
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lake forest, CA, 92630
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lake forest, CA, 92630
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lake forest, CA, 92630
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Age Range
0-19
23%
20-34
20%
35-44
14%
45-64
28%
65+
13%
Language
English
67%
Spanish
15%
Indo Euro
5%
Asia Pac
10%
Other
1%
Education
No HS
7%
High School
34%
Bachelor's
40%
Master's
12%
Prof Degree
3%
Doctorate
1%
Household Income
0-25k
7%
25-50k
13%
50-75k
12%
75-100k
12%
100-150k
19%
150k+
35%
Lake Forest locals spend about 25 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Lake Forest is through John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport, 11.10 miles away.
Scores for Lake Forest are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
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.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Lake Forest, CA is approximately $2,569, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages $3,247.
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.
The best time to look for an apartment in Lake Forest, CA is during the less competitive months of November and October when demand is lower, and more listings are available, potentially offering prices about 15% lower than during peak season.
The best neighborhoods for renting in Lake Forest, CA include Baker Ranch, El Toro, and Lake Forest for social living, and Rancho de los Alisos, Serrano Highlands, and Lake Forest for trendy living.
Budget-conscious renters should consider Lake Forest itself, where the rent for a 1-bedroom apartment is about 9% less than the city median, at approximately $2,319 per month.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments in Lake Forest, CA, with 32.55% of listings being pet-friendly.
Utilities are included in about 11% of rental listings in Lake Forest, CA.
Lake Forest's architectural landscape is characterized by a strong presence of Mediterranean-style homes, which suggests a mix of classic and newer developments.
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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