Marea offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and two-bedroom-plus-loft apartment homes in Dana Point, CA. The newer M Collection adds newly constructed luxury two-bedroom and larger floor plans with guaranteed coastal views. View current floor plans online to find the right layout, and ask about M Collection availability if ocean views are a priority.

Marea features two resort-style pools and spas, a fitness center with outdoor turf, a tennis court, pickleball courts, an outdoor LED display, a business center, and a clubhouse, all with no amenity fee. The M Collection layers in upgraded luxury finishes and guaranteed coastal views. It's a full coastal resort setup in South Orange County.

Yes, Marea welcomes up to two pets per apartment home. Breed and weight restrictions apply, so confirm your pet qualifies with the leasing team before applying. The coastal Dana Point setting makes for great dog-walking weather year-round.

Marea charges a one-time refundable $500 pet deposit per pet, plus $50 per month in pet rent per pet. There's no separate one-time pet fee beyond the deposit. Planning for both upfront keeps your move-in budget accurate.

Each apartment at Marea includes one assigned parking space, with additional spaces available for $125/month based on availability. A second vehicle needs a Reliant parking permit ($20 annual fee) and can use open unreserved spaces. All vehicles must be registered, and overnight guests need a Reliant guest pass to avoid towing.

Utilities are not included at Marea. Residents cover gas, electric, water, trash, sewer, cable, and internet. Factoring these in alongside parking and pet costs gives you a realistic monthly total for coastal living in Dana Point.

Plan for a $62.02 application fee per adult plus a security deposit: $500 for a one-bedroom and $600 for a two-bedroom (on approved credit). M Collection deposits are higher, $1,000 for two-bedrooms and $1,500 for the M3 and M4 floor plans. The application fee is non-refundable and due at submission.

Household income generally needs to be at least 2.7 times the monthly rent at Marea. If you earn at least 2 times the rent, you may qualify through The Guarantors deposit-alternative program. Marea also accepts guarantors who are California residents with approved credit and income of at least 5 times the rent, plus Section 8 housing vouchers.

Marea offers 12-month lease terms, and if you're interested in something shorter, the leasing team can discuss options directly. Reaching out early helps confirm availability for your preferred home and timeline. M Collection homes in particular tend to lease quickly.

Marea, named for the Spanish and Italian word for 'tide', is a newly renovated coastal community with two resort-style pools, tennis and pickleball courts, and an outdoor LED display steps from the ocean. The M Collection's newly built homes with guaranteed coastal views give renters a rare luxury option in Dana Point. Together they offer two tiers of coastal living on one property.

Marea is located at 32400 Crown Valley Pkwy in Dana Point, a scenic South Orange County community close to Dana Point Harbor and some of Southern California's most beautiful beaches. You're well positioned for the harbor's dining and boating plus easy coastal commuting. For renters who want beach access without leaving the suburbs, the location delivers.