Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Long Beach Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $600 (191 Rentals)

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Downtown Long Beach, Long Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Long Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Long Beach area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 433 E. 3rd priced from $1,275. 1045 Daisy Ave Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Downtown Long Beach apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
433 E. 3rdStudioStudio,1BA$1,275
1045 Daisy Ave ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
0041 BERRO FAMILY BUILDING0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,385
545 LindenStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
727 LocustStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
1141 Pine Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
715 E 5th StStudio/1 BathStudio,1BA$1,395
922 E. 2nd St.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395
1536-38 Locust Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Long Beach, CA

As of April 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Long Beach area is the $2.17 price per square foot 1136 Pacific Avenue Model at 1136 Pacific Avenue, Unit 1136 Pacific Ave in the in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Downtown Long Beach apartment is the 421 N Rose Pl Model at 421 N Rose Pl, Unit 0 starting at $2,300 with a $2.56 price per square foot in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Long Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1136 Pacific Avenue, Unit 1136 Pacific Ave1136 Pacific Avenue1BR,1BA$2.17
421 N Rose Pl, Unit 0421 N Rose Pl3BR,1BA$2.56
1232 E Appleton St1232 E Appleton2BR,1BA$2.50
818 Gaviota Ave2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.58
Sands Apartments1 BED/ 1 BATH1BR,1BA$2.52
Park Pacific Tower Senior HousingPark Pacific1BR,1BA$2.27
644 5th StOne Bed1BR,1BA$2.41
1720 E. 1st St1x11BR,1BA$2.54
Elm Gate Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.49
97 LimeStudioStudio ,1BA$2.49

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Long Beach, Long Beach, CA

Ranked #3

Among neighborhoods in Long Beach, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Long Beach Neighborhood in Long Beach, CA

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

65 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • 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 Downtown Long Beach Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Long Beach?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Long Beach is at 433 E. 3rd listed at $1,275.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Long Beach Apartment is $1,475 at 1045 Daisy Ave Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Long Beach is starting from $1,995 at 1151-1155 Walnut Ave..

What is the most affordable Downtown Long Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Long Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Volta on Pine and starts from $2,528.

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