
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Huntington Beach, CA from $900 (51 Rentals)
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Sher Lane Apartments

21372 Brookhurst St

7921 Palin Cir

21372 Brookhurst St

19391 Newhaven Ln, Unit UpstairsGuestStudio

Five Points Seniors
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350 12th St

Somerset Villas

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Huntington Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Huntington Beach?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Huntington Beach Studio Apartments | $2,214 | $1,500 | $3,299 |
Cheap Huntington Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,603 | $1,000 | $6,194 |
Cheap Huntington Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,323 | $1,498 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Huntington Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,574 | $2,781 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Huntington Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,869 | $1,100 | $8,995 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Huntington Beach, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025Current apartment rentals in the Huntington Beach, CA area range in price from $1,000 to $10,000 with an overall median price of $4,027. The three Huntington Beach neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Garfield at $1,595, Beach Boulevard at $1,595, and Oak View at $2,027. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Huntington Beach Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Garfield | $2,733 | $1,595 | 14 |
Beach Boulevard | $3,100 | $1,595 | 26 |
Oak View | $3,100 | $2,027 | 12 |
Downtown Huntington Beach | $3,479 | $3,479 | 1 |
Huntington Harbor | $3,522 | $1,000 | 11 |
Ellis-Golden West | $3,592 | $1,595 | 102 |
Bolsa Chica | $3,626 | $1,000 | 46 |
Goldenwest | $3,657 | $2,199 | 29 |
Newland | $3,694 | $1,000 | 165 |
Yorktown | $3,875 | $2,528 | 4 |
Cheapest Available Huntington Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Huntington Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at 7921 Palin Cir in the Beach Boulevard neighborhood priced from $1,595. Beachside Apartments in the Westminster Civic Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Huntington Beach apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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7921 Palin Cir | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Beachside Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
55+ FountainGlen Goldenwest Senior Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $1,828 |
Valley View Senior Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Parkridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
222 3rd St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Huntington Terrace North Senior | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Five Points Seniors | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,970 |
Westbay Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
Casa Victoria Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Huntington Beach, CA
As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Huntington Beach area is the $2.58 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms Model at Pacific Breeze Townhomes in the in the Southeast Huntington Beach neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Huntington Beach apartment is the 5166 Dunbar Dr Model at 5166 Dunbar Dr, Unit A starting at $3,800 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Ellis-Golden West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Huntington Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pacific Breeze Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.58 |
5166 Dunbar Dr, Unit A | 5166 Dunbar Dr | 3BR,2BA | $2.47 |
The Artisan Residences at Bella Terra | Van Gogh | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.58 |
Sea Environment Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Tres Vidas Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
7891 Stark Dr. | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
Valley Park | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
7042 Fenway Dr. | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
Trask Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
Newland Garden | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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Huntington Beach Overview
If you’re looking for stunning weather, a laid-back vibe, and incredible surf, Huntington Beach, CA is a perfect spot to find your next apartment. One of the most sought after areas to live, apartments in Huntington Beach offer all the amenities nearby LA can offer but without the intensity of the metropolis.
Why live in Huntington Beach, CA?
With idyllic weather and scenery, and easy access to one of the largest metropolitan areas in the country, there is little you’ll have to do without in Huntington Beach. The area is also renowned for its fantastic year-round surfing, drawing tourists and surfers from around the world. The romantic and historical pier allows stunning views of the ocean and beach while the public schools offer one of the best quality education systems in the country. Residents love and embrace their beach, surf, and all things outdoors.
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Huntington Beach, CA
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Huntington Beach Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Huntington Beach?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Huntington Beach is under $1,995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Huntington Beach?
The cheapest apartment in Huntington Beach is Beachside Apartments which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Huntington Beach costs $4,027.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Huntington Beach?
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 81 regular apartments in Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach?
Cheap apartments in Huntington Beach have an average cost of $624 which is $3,403 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Huntington Beach.
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