Cheap Apartments for Rent in Huntington Beach, CA from $900 (78 Rentals)

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731 Owen Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

731 Owen Dr

731 Owen DrHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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Harbor Breeze
2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Breeze

4841 Heil AveHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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Hermosa Vista Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hermosa Vista Apartments

15363-15425 Goldenwest StHuntington Beach, CA 92647
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Huntington Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Huntington Meadows

8210 Constantine DrHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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The Lamplighter
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Lamplighter

16102 Springdale StHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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Huntington Pointe
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Huntington Pointe

18992 Florida StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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309 15th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

309 15th St

309 15th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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Seashore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seashore Apartments

19822 Brookhurst StHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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The Riptide
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Riptide

202 11th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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Timberwalk Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Timberwalk Apartments

19132 Delaware StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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Van Buren Lane
2 Bedroom Apartments

Van Buren Lane

17631 Van Buren LnHuntington Beach, CA 92647
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Sandpointe
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sandpointe

2810 17th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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The Springdale
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Springdale

16072 Springdale StHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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7892 Holt Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

7892 Holt Ave

7892 Holt AveHuntington Beach, CA 92647
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7932 Macdonald Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

7932 Macdonald Ave

7932 Macdonald AveHuntington Beach, CA 92647

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Harbor Bluffs Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Bluffs Apartments

17161 Harbor Bluffs CirHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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211 Oswego Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

211 Oswego Ave

211 Oswego AveHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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Harbor Bluffs Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Bluffs Apartments

17072 Harbor Bluffs CirHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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St. George Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

St. George Apartments

6372-6472 Warner AveHuntington Beach, CA 92647
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Sea Cliff Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Cliff Terrace

8131 San Angelo DrHuntington Beach, CA 92647

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313 16th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

313 16th St

313 16th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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Harbor Lynn Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Lynn Apartments

16875 Lynn StHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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Woodlake
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Woodlake

6100 Edinger AveHuntington Beach, CA 92647
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2517 Florida St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2517 Florida St

2517 Florida StHuntington Beach, CA 92648

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Huntington Beach, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Huntington Beach, CA area range in price from $1,350 to $9,396 with an overall median price of $4,329. The three Huntington Beach neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bolsa Chica Heil at $1,995, Oak View at $2,027, and Goldenwest at $2,195. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Huntington Beach Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bolsa Chica Heil$2,670$1,9954
Oak View$3,100$2,0274
Goldenwest$3,437$2,19526
Bolsa Chica$3,445$1,40056
Huntington Harbor$3,550$1,40017
McDonnell Center$3,613$1,95058
Newland$3,651$1,350147
Washington$3,754$1,36674
Yorktown$3,850$2,2749
Downtown Huntington Beach$3,900$2,5002

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. 55+ FountainGlen Goldenwest Senior Apartments in the Westminster Civic Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,723. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Huntington Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7921 Palin CirStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
55+ FountainGlen Goldenwest Senior ApartmentsAStudio,1BA$1,723
Beachside Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,750
Somerset VillasOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Five Points SeniorsOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1,920
Huntington Terrace North Senior1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,923
7902 Holt Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath Large (2 Level w/Garage)1BR,1BA$1,925
The Hamilton ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Huntington Beach, CA

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Huntington Beach area is the $2.64 price per square foot 4150 Patrice Rd Model at 4150 Patrice Rd, Unit Patrice Road in the in the Newport Heights neighborhood starting from $6,995. The second greatest value Huntington Beach apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms Model at Pacific Breeze Townhomes starting at $4,095 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Southeast Huntington Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Huntington Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4150 Patrice Rd, Unit Patrice Road4150 Patrice Rd5BR,3BA$2.64
Pacific Breeze Townhomes2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms2BR,2.5BA$2.64
5092 Pearce Dr, Unit 45092 Pearce Dr2BR,2BA$2.41
Huntington VistaMadrid2BR,2BA$2.55
The Artisan Residences at Bella TerraRembrandt2BR,1BA$2.51
7891 Stark Dr.2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.59
Valley Park2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.58
Trask Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.60
7575 21st St, Unit 7606 Unit A7575 21st St2BR,1BA$2.52
Sea Environment Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.56

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Huntington Beach, CA

Ranked #91

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet 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

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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 $1,950.

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 $4,329.

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 49 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 $476 which is $3,853 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Huntington Beach.

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