Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Huntington Beach Neighborhood of Huntington Beach, CA from $1,500 (36 Rentals)

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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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308 16th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

308 16th St

308 16th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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222 3rd St.
1 Bedroom Apartments

222 3rd St.

222 3rd StHuntington Beach, CA 92648

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405 7th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

405 7th St

405 7th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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Huntington Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

Huntington Villas

231 1st StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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225 16th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

225 16th St

225 16th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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311 14th St.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

311 14th St.

311 14th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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413-417 13th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

413-417 13th St

413-417 13th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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319 15th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

319 15th St

319 15th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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221-225 19th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

221-225 19th St

221-225 19th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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The Caroline
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Caroline

230 2nd StHuntington Beach, CA 92648

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320 14th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

320 14th St

320 14th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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201 1st St
2 Bedroom Apartments

201 1st St

201 1st StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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115 13th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

115 13th St

115 13th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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310 21st St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

310 21st St

310 21st StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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125 8th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

125 8th St

125 8th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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605 15th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

605 15th St

605 15th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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226 15th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

226 15th St

226 15th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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Lake
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lake

733 Lake StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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305 10th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

305 10th St

305 10th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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709 Palm Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

709 Palm Ave

709 Palm AveHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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421-425 15th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

421-425 15th St

421-425 15th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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418 15th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

418 15th St

418 15th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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209 Acacia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

209 Acacia Ave

209 Acacia AveHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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310 8th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

310 8th St

310 8th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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326 13th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

326 13th St

326 13th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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428 16th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

428 16th St

428 16th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648
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323 14th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

323 14th St

323 14th StHuntington Beach, CA 92648

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Downtown Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Huntington Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Huntington Beach area of Huntington Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at 7921 Palin Cir priced from $1,595. Huntington Terrace North Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,989. Here are the most affordable Downtown Huntington Beach apartments for rent in Huntington Beach, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7921 Palin CirStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Huntington Terrace North Senior1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,989
Huntington BreakersStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,159
Arlington2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$2,650
Sea Environment Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2,650
Elan Huntington BeachA21BR,1BA$2,806
Beachpoint Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2,895
Huntington Sands Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$3,300
316 Beach Apartments2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3,861

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Huntington Beach, CA

As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Huntington Beach area is the $2.87 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Huntington Sands Apartments in the in the Beach Boulevard neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Downtown Huntington Beach apartment is the 2x1 Model at Sea Environment Apartments starting at $2,650 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Southeast Huntington Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Huntington Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Huntington Sands Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$2.87
Sea Environment Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.47
Beachpoint Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.88
316 Beach Apartments2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$4.06
Elan Huntington BeachA21BR,1BA$3.91
Huntington Terrace North Senior1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.69
7921 Palin CirStudioStudio ,1BA$3.19
Huntington BreakersStudio 1 BathStudio ,1BA$4.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach, CA

Ranked #17

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Huntington Beach Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Huntington Beach?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Huntington Beach is under $3,861.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Huntington Beach?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Huntington Beach is Huntington Terrace North Senior which is listed at $1,989, while the average apartment in Downtown Huntington Beach costs $3,424.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 6 regular apartments in Downtown Huntington Beach that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.