
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, CA from $900 (187 Rentals)
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LK4119 (RUBS)

20732-20734 Seine Ave
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Ranchsprings Apartments

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1845 Junipero Ave

105 E 35th St, Unit UNITBSINGLEROOM, Unit UNITBSINGLEROOM

8753 Maple St

4339 Heather Rd

Garden Park East Apartments

Cypress Park Senior Community

6650 Myrtle Ave

8871 Belmont St

The Ray Apartments
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Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing

10322 Barbara Anne St

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2904 E 63rd St, Unit BACK, Unit BACK

Townhouse Artesia

2666 Atlantic Ave

Country Villa Apartments

Belmont Place - Senior Community

16200 Vermont Ave, Unit C310

5503 Cherry Ave

9615 Walnut St, Unit 1/2
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16200 Vermont Ave, Unit C204

7800 Madison St

Somerset Village

Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

Bellflower Senior Apartments

5827 Rose Ave

5230 Long Beach Blvd

R02-130-MF

6280 Cherry Ave

La Paloma
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Southfield East & West

Total Monthly Price
10033 Flora Vista St, Unit #2, Unit #2

Los Arboles Apartments

Indiana Avenue Apartments

Casa Royale

145 Canton St. #11

Cypress Pointe Senior Community

Seaport Village

The Hive @ Market

6315 Cherry Ave, Unit 2
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Lakewood, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakewood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lakewood Studio Apartments | $1,965 | $1,395 | $2,880 |
| Cheap Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $900 | $3,920 |
| Cheap Lakewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $1,750 | $4,154 |
| Cheap Lakewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,291 | $2,640 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Lakewood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakewood, CA is a Studio unit found at 6410 N Paramount Blvd in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,200. Northpointe in the Lakewood Mutuals neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,383. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lakewood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6410 N Paramount Blvd | Junior Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Northpointe | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,383 |
| Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| 1058 Molino Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Ray Apartments | Studio - Plan B | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Townhouse Artesia | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Banner Circle Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Caribe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| 7800 Madison St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Bellflower Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, CA
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakewood 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 apartment is the 15116 Studebaker Rd Model at 15116 Studebaker Rd, Unit 7 starting at $2,200 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakewood 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 |
| 15116 Studebaker Rd, Unit 7 | 15116 Studebaker Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Cornuta Pines Apartments | 2BD/1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.16 |
| Woodruff Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Casa Monterey | 1 Bed 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| R02-130-MF | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 3030 E. Artesia Blvd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Northpointe | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 7800 Madison St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
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Lakewood Overview
People of all ages are flocking to the area of Lakewood, California, which is located in Los Angeles County. This is a gorgeous place known for its delicious food, warm weather, and friendly people. If you are looking for a fun place to live and work, you may be looking for apartments in Lakewood as well. At the same time, there are plenty of Lakewood apartments available. How can you find the right ones for your needs? Rely on someone with local knowledge to help you.á
Why live in Lakewood, CA?
If you are looking for a gorgeous place to live, you may want to consider Lakewood, California. First, the cost of living in Lakewood California is lower than that of Los Angeles. You might be able to save some money if you decide to live in Lakewood instead of Los Angeles. Second, the school system is strong. If you want to make sure your children have a good education, you may want to live in Lakewood. Finally, the area is growing quickly. Living in Lakewood could be a good property investment. For all of these reasons, consider calling Lakewood your home.á
Lakewood, CAPopulation: 80,140
Ranked #435
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakewood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lakewood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lakewood is at 6410 N Paramount Blvd listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakewood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakewood Apartment is $1,549 at Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakewood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakewood is starting from $1,383 at Northpointe.
What is the most affordable Lakewood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lakewood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northpointe and starts from $1,584.
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