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715 E 5th StLong Beach, CA 90802
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1027 E 7th St
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1027 E 7th St

Long Beach, CA 90813
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635 E 9th St
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635 E 9th St

Long Beach, CA 90813
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744 Pine Ave
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Beach, CA

Pricing Updated: 02/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Long Beach, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Long Beach Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Westside Long Beach$2,425$1,295235
Long Beach/Ports$5,194$86216490

Cheapest Available Long Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Long Beach, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Northpointe in the Lakewood Mutuals neighborhood priced from $1,273. 1045 Daisy Ave Apartments in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Long Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northpointe2x1drda2BR,1BA$1,273
1045 Daisy Ave ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
446 LindenStudioStudio,1BA$1,325
0041 BERRO FAMILY BUILDING0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,325
47 Lime Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,350
The Regent0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,375
1141 Pine Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
715 E 5th StStudio/1 BathStudio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Beach, CA

As of February 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Long Beach area is the $2.14 price per square foot 4555 E Carson St Model at 4555 E Carson St, Unit 4555.5 East Carson Street in the in the Lakewood Village neighborhood starting from $2,785. The second greatest value Long Beach apartment is the 670 Ximeno Ave Model at 670 Ximeno Ave, Unit 670 Ximeno # 105 starting at $2,500 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Belmont Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Long Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4555 E Carson St, Unit 4555.5 East Carson Street4555 E Carson St2BR,1BA$2.14
670 Ximeno Ave, Unit 670 Ximeno # 105670 Ximeno Ave2BR,2BA$2.08
1515 Rosecrans Ave3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.17
Northpointe3X2CTC3BR,2BA$1.77
3455 Elm Ave, Unit #3123455 Elm Ave2BR,2BA$2.09
Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach)2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.94
12236 215th St, Unit Upper Unit12236 215th St1BR,1BA$2.24
Casa Monterey1 Bed 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.87
Windmill Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath1BR,1BA$2.13
Long Beach Terraces0x1Studio ,1BA$2.14

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Long Beach Overview

Long Beach, California is known as the urban waterfront playground. Besides the famous beaches, it has a rich history, very accessible public transportation on land and at sea, and great weather. Long Beach is a lovely haven for jazz lovers. With great parks and many shopping opportunities, Long Beach really has something for everyone and finding the perfect apartments in Long Beach is easy and fun.

Why live in Long Beach, CA?

The biggest reason to live in Long Beach is the 5 1/2 miles of beaches, but don't forget about all the urban amenities. The schools are excellent, and the shopping is even better. There are more parks per capita than in other California cities. Even dogs have it great in Long Beach with dog parks and a dog beach. The community is very diverse and welcoming to newcomers. Best of all, it's more affordable that other Southern California cities.

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Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Long Beach Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Long Beach?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Long Beach is at 1045 Daisy Ave Apartments listed at $1,295.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Long Beach Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Long Beach Apartment is $1,475 at 1010-1020, 1028 Orange Ave..

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Long Beach Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Long Beach is starting from $1,273 at Northpointe.

What is the most affordable Long Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Long Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northpointe and starts from $2,089.

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