
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakewood Estates Neighborhood of Cerritos, CA from $1,100 (71 Rentals)
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4339 Heather Rd

Olive Tree

Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing

Belmont Place - Senior Community

Bellflower Senior Apartments

La Paloma

Los Arboles

16141 Eucalyptus Ave

Woodruff Apartments
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Park Montair

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11925 168th St

eaves Cerritos

17710 Jersey Ave, Unit 17710
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Lakewood Colony

Cedar Apartments

12121 Centralia St

20703 Roseton Ave

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9532 1/2 Cedar St

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Tower Bellflower

Tally Ho Apartments

18703-18711 Grayland Ave

16251 Woodruff Ave

Ramona Park Apartments

9553 Flower St

Woodruff Apartments

16234 Eucalyptus Ave
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Pepper Pines

Las Brisas

Ramona Apartments

Spondee Apartments

Acapulco

BF6206

Bellflower Investments

9511 Los Angeles Ave

20812-20818 Seine Ave

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Lakewood Estates, Cerritos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakewood Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Estates Studio Apartments | $1,581 | $1,450 | $1,794 |
| Lakewood Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $1,549 | $2,950 |
| Lakewood Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,655 | $2,200 | $3,093 |
| Lakewood Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $2,895 | $4,100 |
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There are currently 71 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lakewood Estates Neighborhood of Cerritos, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lakewood Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakewood Estates area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing priced from $1,499. Pepper Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Lakewood Estates apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Pepper Pines | 0 bed, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| BF6206 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Bellflower Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Acapulco | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| La Paloma | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Corinthian Properties, LLC/ 17630 Lakewood Boulevard / Clau | Corinthian Properties, LLC/ 17630 Lakewood Bou... | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Caribe | 1 bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 16141 Eucalyptus Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 16131 Eucalyptus Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood Estates, CA
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakewood Estates area is the $2.63 price per square foot 3BD/2.5BA Model at Cornuta Pines Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Lakewood Estates apartment is the 2+1 - Downstairs Model at Vio Cerritos starting at $2,894 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the Lakewood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakewood Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornuta Pines Apartments | 3BD/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.63 |
| Vio Cerritos | 2+1 - Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Park Montair | 2+2 Up FR | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| 16131 Eucalyptus Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Lakewood Gardens | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Casa Monterey | 1 Bed 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 16141 Eucalyptus Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Woodruff Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Cedar Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Bellflower Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakewood Estates Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakewood Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Lakewood Estates is Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing which is listed at $1,549, while the average apartment in Lakewood Estates costs $2,325.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakewood Estates?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Lakewood Estates that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lakewood Estates?
Cheap apartments in Lakewood Estates have an average cost of $499 which is $1,826 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakewood Estates.
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