Laguna Hills

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Laguna Hills, CA Area Guide

Avg Rent

$2,471

Population

29,457

Renter Mix

33% Rent

Scenic hills and lush landscaping define this tranquil suburb

Suburban Peaceful Upscale Scenic Family-Friendly

Located in south Orange County, Laguna Hills is a charming suburb nestled alongside I-5. Laguna Hills provides residents with beautiful homes set amongst lush rolling hills, which offer scenic views in every direction and contribute to the community’s peaceful vibe.

Incorporated in 1991, Laguna Hills is a newer community equipped with a broad range of modern delights. Chain restaurants and national retailers are strewn throughout the area, affording plenty of everyday conveniences within close reach. Shopping opportunities abound at Laguna Hills Mall, the Shops at Mission Viejo, and Irvine Spectrum Center.

An array of scenic neighborhood parks provide ample space for outdoor recreation in addition to nearby Laguna Nigel Regional Park, Crystal Cove State Park, and Thousand Steps Beach. Convenience to I-5 and Route 73 makes getting around from Laguna Hills a breeze.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$113,219

Average: $140,988

Education

12,196

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

14,619

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

44 Years

Largest Age Group

55-64 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

21%

Over 65

22%

Housing Distribution

Laguna Hills has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
33%
Non-Renters
67%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
37%
Other Education
63%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Laguna Hills, CA is $2,472 for one bedroom, and $3,101 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Laguna Hills has increased by 1.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,472/month
757 Sq Ft
House
$4,658/month
1,612 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,408/month
1,114 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Laguna Hills, CA

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

50 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

20 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Very Bikeable

Bikeability

80 / 100

Schools

Valencia Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

525 Students

Lomarena Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

487 Students

San Joaquin Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

321 Students

Laguna Hills High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,317 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Aliso and Wood Wilderness Park
  • Laguna Coast Wilderness Park
  • Coastal Peak Park
  • Crystal Cove State Park
  • Turtle Rock Nature Center

Airports

  • John Wayne/Orange County
  • Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.