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8753 Maple St

4339 Heather Rd

8871 Belmont St

10322 Barbara Anne St

16200 Vermont Ave, Unit C310
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9615 Walnut St, Unit 1/2

16200 Vermont Ave, Unit C204

16200 Vermont Ave

10253 Mapledale St

5827 Rose Ave

16200 Vermont Ave, Unit A318
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5230 Long Beach Blvd

16200 Vermont Ave, Unit A207

5331 E Brittain St

6651 Millmark Ave

218 E Hullett St, Unit UnitA, Unit UnitA

9903 Belmont St, Unit 15
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9903 Belmont St, Unit 25

9903 Belmont St

2839 Charlemagne Ave

4365 Cerritos Ave

9458 Beverly St, Unit 2

3031 E 65th St
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6161 Orange Ave
Lakewood, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Lakewood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,867 | $2,175 | $3,900 |
| Lakewood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,714 | $2,600 | $4,500 |
| Lakewood 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,832 | $3,100 | $8,500 |
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Cheapest Available Lakewood Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakewood, CA is a Studio unit found at 1058 Molino Ave in the Bixby Knolls neighborhood priced from $1,350. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1058 Molino Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Northpointe | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,383 |
| Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| The Ray Apartments | Studio - Plan B | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Townhouse Artesia | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, CA and Nearby
As of May 07, 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 $2,300 with a $1.84 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 | $1.84 |
| Seaport Village | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Plan B | 3BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| Cornuta Pines Apartments | 2BD/1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.16 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Casa Monterey | 1 Bed 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 3030 E. Artesia Blvd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Northpointe | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Indiana Avenue Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 7800 Madison St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Lakewood?
There are currently 1598 Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, CA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $4,750. There are also 99 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lakewood ranging from $1,150 to $8,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lakewood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lakewood ranges from $1,150 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,031.
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