
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakewood Estates Neighborhood of Cerritos, CA from $1,100 (66 Rentals)
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4339 Heather Rd

Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing

Olive Tree

Belmont Place - Senior Community

9615 Walnut St, Unit 1/2

Bellflower Senior Apartments

La Paloma

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10033 Flora Vista St, Unit #2, Unit #2

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16141 Eucalyptus Ave

9903 Belmont St, Unit 25

Cedar Court Apartments

Casa Monterey

9717 Oak St

Stoneridge Apartments

Villa La Paz

9458 Beverly St, Unit 2

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Los Arboles Apartments

Park Montair

9421 Cedar St

7020 Schroll St

Tuscany Apartments

Cornuta Pines Apartments

The 5800 Apartment Homes

Lakewood Gardens

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16236 Cornuta Apartments

Tower Bellflower

Tally Ho Apartments

18703-18711 Grayland Ave

16251 Woodruff Ave

Ramona Park Apartments

9553 Flower St

Woodruff Apartments

16234 Eucalyptus Ave

Las Brisas
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Ramona Apartments

Spondee Apartments

16206-16208 Eucalyptus Ave

Bellflower Investments

9511 Los Angeles Ave

25 Unit Apartments + 1 Non-conf

Flamingo Apartments

Park Street Apartments

Lido

Artesia Crossings
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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 | $1,424 | $1,399 | $1,450 |
| Lakewood Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $1,549 | $3,180 |
| Lakewood Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,606 | $1,875 | $3,900 |
| Lakewood Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,413 | $2,995 | $3,995 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 66 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 $1,399. Belmont Place - Senior Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,625. 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 | $1,399 |
| Belmont Place - Senior Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Bellflower Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 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 |
| Woodruff Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Caribe | 1 bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Cedar Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Casa Monterey | 1 Bed 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood Estates, CA
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakewood Estates area is the $1.85 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at 16141 Eucalyptus Ave in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Lakewood Estates apartment is the Sunlit Corner Model at Char-Belle Apartments starting at $3,615 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16141 Eucalyptus Ave | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Char-Belle Apartments | Sunlit Corner | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| Cornuta Pines Apartments | 2BD/1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.16 |
| Vio Cerritos | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Park Montair | 2 + 2 Up | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Lakewood Colony Apartments | Fully renovated 2 Bedroom 2 Bath cozy apartment... | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Lakewood Gardens | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Casa Monterey | 1 Bed 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Woodruff Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Bellflower Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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Best Local Schools in Lakewood Estates, Cerritos, CA
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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 $3,305.
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 4 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 $699 which is $2,606 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakewood Estates.
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