Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, CA(1,416 Rentals)

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Country Wood Apartments
from $1,4101 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Country Wood Apartments

4801 Clair Del AveLakewood, CA 90712
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Villas II
from $1,6951 Bedroom Apartments

Villas II

4105 Maybank AveLakewood, CA 90712
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Villas at Lakewood
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from $1,8451 Bedroom Apartments

Villas at Lakewood

2425 Carson StLakewood, CA 90712
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Villas
from $1,8451 Bedroom Apartments

Villas

2525 Carson StLakewood, CA 90712
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20732-20734 Seine Ave
from $1,9952 Bedroom Apartments

20732-20734 Seine Ave

20732-20734 Seine AveLakewood, CA 90715
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Ranchsprings Apartments
from $2,0002 Bedroom Apartments

Ranchsprings Apartments

21209 Bloomfield AveLakewood, CA 90715
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20914 Bloomfield Ave
from $2,0951 Bedroom Apartments

20914 Bloomfield Ave

20914 Bloomfield AveLakewood, CA 90715
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Lakewood Village
from $2,4002 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakewood Village

21418 Bloomfield AveLakewood, CA 90715
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Arline Villas
from $2,4502 Bedroom Apartments

Arline Villas

20810 Arline AveLakewood, CA 90715
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Coral Pines Apartments
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from $2,5952 Bedroom Apartments

Coral Pines Apartments

11534 216th StLakewood, CA 90715
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4141 Maybank Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4141 Maybank Ave

4141 Maybank AveLakewood, CA 90712
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5234 Hayter Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5234 Hayter Ave

5234 Hayter AveLakewood, CA 90712
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4902 Hayter Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4902 Hayter Ave

4902 Hayter AveLakewood, CA 90712
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11604 Walcroft St
2 Bedroom Apartments

11604 Walcroft St

11604 Walcroft StLakewood, CA 90715
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20707-20709 Seine Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

20707-20709 Seine Ave

20707-20709 Seine AveLakewood, CA 90715
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20726 Seine Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

20726 Seine Ave

20726 Seine AveLakewood, CA 90715
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11423 216th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

11423 216th St

11423 216th StLakewood, CA 90715
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5050 Hayter Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5050 Hayter Ave

5050 Hayter AveLakewood, CA 90712
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11841-11847 207th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

11841-11847 207th St

11841-11847 207th StLakewood, CA 90715
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20732 Arline Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

20732 Arline Ave

20732 Arline AveLakewood, CA 90715
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6105 Woodruff Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

6105 Woodruff Ave

6105 Woodruff AveLakewood, CA 90713
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Southwind Townhomes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southwind Townhomes

5959 South StLakewood, CA 90713
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11712 216th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

11712 216th St

11712 216th StLakewood, CA 90715
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20702A-B;0 Siene Ave
Studio Apartments

20702A-B;0 Siene Ave

20702A-B;0 Siene AveLakewood, CA 90715
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5400 Clark Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

5400 Clark Ave

5400 Clark AveLakewood, CA 90712
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6109 Woodruff Ave
Studio Apartments

6109 Woodruff Ave

6109 Woodruff AveLakewood, CA 90713
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21603 Pioneer Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

21603 Pioneer Blvd

21603 Pioneer BlvdLakewood, CA 90715
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5049 Hayter Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5049 Hayter Ave

5049 Hayter AveLakewood, CA 90712
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11602 207th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

11602 207th St

11602 207th StLakewood, CA 90715
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11957 207th St
Studio Apartments

11957 207th St

11957 207th StLakewood, CA 90715
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20739 Seine Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

20739 Seine Ave

20739 Seine AveLakewood, CA 90715
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11643 207th St
Studio Apartments

11643 207th St

11643 207th StLakewood, CA 90715
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11604 205th St
Studio Apartments

11604 205th St

11604 205th StLakewood, CA 90715
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20821 Seine Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

20821 Seine Ave

20821 Seine AveLakewood, CA 90715
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5907 Woodruff Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5907 Woodruff Ave

5907 Woodruff AveLakewood, CA 90713
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11932 207th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

11932 207th St

11932 207th StLakewood, CA 90715
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5242 Hayter Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5242 Hayter Ave

5242 Hayter AveLakewood, CA 90712
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Lakewood, CA Local Guide

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Lakewood Overview

People of all ages are flocking to the area of Lakewood, California, which is located in Los Angeles County. This is a gorgeous place known for its delicious food, warm weather, and friendly people. If you are looking for a fun place to live and work, you may be looking for apartments in Lakewood as well. At the same time, there are plenty of Lakewood apartments available. How can you find the right ones for your needs? Rely on someone with local knowledge to help you.á

What is the history of Lakewood?

Before European settlers arrived in the area, Lakewood was inhabited by Native Americans. The area surrounding Lakewood, California was given to the United States in the treaty that ended the Mexican-American War. The area was sparsely populated until the end of World War II. At that point, professional developers were charged with building more homes in Southern California. As a result, World War II veterans were able to get a home loan without having a down payment. This contributed to a population boom in the area, which continues to this day.á

How is the weather in Lakewood?

Because Lakewood is so close to Los Angeles, the weather patterns in Lakewood mirror those that are found in the rest of Los Angeles County. This means that the weather is warm throughout the entire year. At the same time, it is a dry heat. Even though Lakewood is close to the coast, the humidity is almost zero. It is highly unusual for temperatures to drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit, even during the winter. During the summer, it can get hot, but it is still unusual for temperatures to exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit. With the heat index, this is possible, but it is still unusual.á

How do I get around town?

There are plenty of mass transit options in Lakewood, but they are still not as ubiquitous as those found in the heart of Los Angeles. Therefore, it is still a good idea to have a car if you need to get around. There are approximately a dozen bus routes that travel through Lakewood. Most of them are operated by Long Beach Transit under the umbrella of DASH. The bus service is relatively reliable, but traffic can still get heavy.á

What is the Lakewood commute like?

Traffic in Lakewood, California is not nearly as bad as it is in Los Angeles, however, it can still get heavy during rush hour. Traffic patterns in Lakewood tend to mirror those throughout Los Angeles. In the morning, traffic is pretty heavy leaving Lakewood going into Los Angeles. Then, during the evening, traffic is heavy leaving Lakewood going back into Los Angeles. If you need to fly somewhere, the closest airport is Los Angeles International Airport. There are several major roads in Lakewood. These include Interstate 605 and Interstate 610. There are a few heavy local roads as well. These include Route 91 and Route 19.

What are the local media outlets?

Because Lakewood is to close to Los Angeles, most of the major media outlets come from Los Angeles. Some of the biggest TV stations include KTLA, KCAL, KMEX, and KLCS. Some of the biggest radio stations include KIIS, KOST, KTWV, and KRTH. A few of the most popular newspapers include the Los Angeles Times, the Los Angeles Daily News, the Los Angeles Downtown News, and the Los Angeles Sentinel.á

Why live in Lakewood, CA?

If you are looking for a gorgeous place to live, you may want to consider Lakewood, California. First, the cost of living in Lakewood California is lower than that of Los Angeles. You might be able to save some money if you decide to live in Lakewood instead of Los Angeles. Second, the school system is strong. If you want to make sure your children have a good education, you may want to live in Lakewood. Finally, the area is growing quickly. Living in Lakewood could be a good property investment. For all of these reasons, consider calling Lakewood your home.á

What Lakewood landmarks should I see?

There are several prominent landmarks scattered throughout Lakewood, California. You may want to check out FounderÆs Park, which always has fun activities going on, and provide you with an opportunity to learn more about the local history. You may also want to check out the Neff Historical House, which offers tours and has rotating exhibits throughout the year. If you are looking for other museums, you may want to make the drive into Los Angeles.á

What is there to do around Lakewood?

Lakewood has plenty of fun things to do as well. For example, you may want to check out Mae Boyar Park, which has plenty of fields and a playground. There is also a pool or you can cool down during the winter. If you are looking for biking pads, then you may want to take a look at Rynerson Park. This is a popular trailhead for those who bike. You might also want to visit Del Valle Park. There is a gated playground for toddlers as well as multiple sports parks. This could be a great way to get some exercise.á

Any annual festivals or Lakewood events to know?

There are lots of fun festivals that take place throughout the year. There is usually a fall festival that features an outdoor market during early November. You should also keep your eye on the calendar for bands that come to perform in Lakewood, Pasadena, and Long Beach. There are plenty of exceptional venues in the local area, so some of the biggest bands in the world come to Lakewood, California. Finally, there is usually a festival that takes place during Christmas as well. You may want to keep your eyes open for a parade when the weather starts to cool off.á

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

If it is time to go on vacation, there are plenty of opportunities close to Lakewood, California. For example, you may want to make the drive to San Diego. Lots of people love to check out the panda bears that live at the San Diego Zoo. You may also want to make the drive to Los Vegas. This is a major entertainment center known for its casinos. Finally, if you want to get on a plane, you can fly out of Los Angeles International Airport. This is one of the biggest airports in the world, so you can get the most of the major cities relatively quickly.á

Where is the best place to move in Lakewood?

So, if you want to move to Lakewood, California, where do you want to live? If you need to drive into Los Angeles for work, you may want to live close to Interstate 710. This will make it easier for you to access the freeway to get into Los Angeles. If you like to go to the beach, then you may want to live closer to Torrance, California, which means you should look for Lakewood apartments on the western edge of the town. If you are looking for apartments in Lakewood, it would be our pleasure to assist you. Put our local knowledge to work for you.á

Lakewood, CA
Population: 80,140

Ranked #435

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Lakewood, CA

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Lakewood

How much are Studio apartments in Lakewood?

There are currently 97 Studio Apartments in Lakewood with rent ranges from $1,250 to $4,824 with an average price of $2,076.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lakewood Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lakewood ranges from $1,150 to $5,513 with an average monthly rent of $2,318.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakewood cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lakewood range from $1,625 to $6,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,779.

How expensive are Lakewood Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 251 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Lakewood on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,470 to $4,137 - averaging $3,103 for the location.

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