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Rental Market Trends in Lake Forest, CA

What is the average rent in Lake Forest, CA?

$2,480/month

Average Rent

713 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.9%

Increase in the Last Year

As of October 2025, the average rent in Lake Forest, CA is $2,480 per month. This is 52% higher than the national average rent price of $1,630/month, making Lake Forest one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Lake Forest, you can expect to pay about $2,358 per month for a studio, $2,480 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $3,108 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,819 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,358/month
523 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,480/month
713 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,108/month
1,032 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,819/month
1,323 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,407/month
1,135 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,659/month
1,450 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,762/month
2,192 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,858/month
1,050 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,936/month
1,290 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,828/month
1,865 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,239/month
1,589 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Lake Forest, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.9%, which averages out to $24 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lake Forest?

Based on current rent prices, Bennett Ranch, Normandale and Whispering Hills are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lake Forest.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bennett Ranch
$2,184/month
765 Sq Ft
Normandale
$2,433/month
700 Sq Ft
Whispering Hills
$2,500/month
683 Sq Ft
Mariposa
$2,529/month
673 Sq Ft
Avalon Baker Ranch
$2,810/month
726 Sq Ft
Limestone Canyon
$2,870/month
722 Sq Ft
Foothill Antibes
$2,889/month
721 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lake Forest?

Based on current rent prices, Foothill Antibes, Limestone Canyon and Avalon Baker Ranch are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lake Forest.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Foothill Antibes
$2,889/month
721 Sq Ft
Limestone Canyon
$2,870/month
722 Sq Ft
Avalon Baker Ranch
$2,810/month
726 Sq Ft
Mariposa
$2,529/month
673 Sq Ft
Whispering Hills
$2,500/month
683 Sq Ft
Normandale
$2,433/month
700 Sq Ft
Bennett Ranch
$2,184/month
765 Sq Ft

Which Lake Forest neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Lake Forest with the most apartments available are Avalon Baker Ranch, Whispering Hills and Limestone Canyon .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Avalon Baker Ranch
$2,810/month
726 Sq Ft
Whispering Hills
$2,500/month
683 Sq Ft
Limestone Canyon
$2,870/month
722 Sq Ft
Bennett Ranch
$2,184/month
765 Sq Ft
Foothill Antibes
$2,889/month
721 Sq Ft
Mariposa
$2,529/month
673 Sq Ft
Normandale
$2,433/month
700 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Lake Forest, CA?

Because the average rent in Lake Forest is $2,480, you’ll want to make about $8,266 per month or $99,192 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

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Apartment communities in Lake Forest we think you'll love

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eaves Lake Forest

22700 Lake Forest Dr,
Lake Forest, CA 92630

$2,230 - $4,044

1-3 Beds

River Oaks Apartments

River Oaks Apartments

20700-20702 El Toro Rd,
Lake Forest, CA 92630

$2,395 - $2,995

1-2 Beds

Los Alisos at Mission Viejo

Los Alisos at Mission Viejo

28601 Los Alisos Blvd,
Mission Viejo, CA 92692

$2,311 - $4,027

Studio - 3 Beds

The Arbors

The Arbors

26356 Vintage Woods Rd,
Lake Forest, CA 92630

$2,500 - $3,415

1-2 Beds

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  • 106,854

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2 Communities in Lake Forest
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  • 153

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  • 132,899

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1 Community in Lake Forest
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UDR
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  • 58,237

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  • 85

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1 Community in Lake Forest
Pacifica Companies
Pacifica Companies
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  • 13,203

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  • 63

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1 Community in Lake Forest
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Sequoia Equities, Inc
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1 Community in Lake Forest
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1 Community in Lake Forest

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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 September 2025.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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