
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Lakewood City Neighborhood of Lakewood, CA from $1,200 (32 Rentals)
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Lakewood Colony Apartments

The 5800 Apartment Homes

4816 Hedda St, Unit 1

Country Villa Apartments

Southfield East & West
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eaves Cerritos

The Hive @ Market

Park Montair

Hathaway

Seaport Village

Vio Cerritos
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3448 Hathaway Ave, Unit 343

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2216 Euclid Ave, Unit 2216 Euclid Avenue

630 Nebraska Ave, Unit 01

630 Nebraska Ave, Unit 03

Patio Gardens

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2383 Belmont Ave, Unit 2383 Belmont Ave. Long Beach, CA 90815

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11421 186th St, Unit SI FL2-ID6226A

The Heights at Signal Hill
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3371 E Andy St, Unit APT 4

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2201 Saint Louis Ave, Unit 104C

4228 N Lakewood Blvd

Bellflower Investments

4500 N Lakewood Blvd

Lakewood Garden Apartments

5479 E Centralia St

3149 Los Coyotes Diagonal
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Old Lakewood City, Lakewood, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Lakewood City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Lakewood City Studio Apartments | $1,877 | $1,625 | $2,015 |
| Old Lakewood City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,263 | $1,750 | $2,830 |
| Old Lakewood City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,796 | $2,495 | $3,060 |
| Old Lakewood City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,503 | $2,645 | $4,100 |
| Old Lakewood City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,580 | $3,580 | $3,580 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Lakewood City Neighborhood of Lakewood, CA.
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Cheapest Available Old Lakewood City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Lakewood City area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Country Villa Apartments priced from $1,625. Southfield East & West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Old Lakewood City apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Villa Apartments | Studio 1 BA | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| Southfield East & West | CLICK HERE >>MODERN STYLE 1 BR Apartment- 1 MON... | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Paloma | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Clair Del and Clair Del Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,849 |
| Lakewood Manor Apartment Homes | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,910 |
| eaves Cerritos | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,060 |
| The Hive @ Market | LILY 1 BED - GB | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Hathaway | The Ridge Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,220 |
| Seaport Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,272 |
| Tuscany Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Lakewood City, CA
As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Lakewood City area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2201 Saint Louis Ave Model at 2201 Saint Louis Ave, Unit 104C in the in the Old Lakewood City neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Old Lakewood City apartment is the 3371 E Andy St Model at 3371 E Andy St, Unit APT 4 starting at $3,580 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the Lakewood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Lakewood City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2201 Saint Louis Ave, Unit 104C | 2201 Saint Louis Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| 3371 E Andy St, Unit APT 4 | 3371 E Andy St | 4BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Patio Gardens | 2 x 1.5 Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.81 |
| Park Montair | 2 + 2 Up | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| The 5800 Apartment Homes | 21A | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| 2383 Belmont Ave, Unit 2383 Belmont Ave. Long Beach, CA 90815 | 2383 Belmont Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| The Hive @ Market | LILY 1 BED - GB | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Vio Cerritos | 1+1 - Corner Unit, Patio, Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Southfield East & West | CLICK HERE >>MODERN STYLE 1 BR Apartment- 1 MON... | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Tuscany Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Lakewood City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old Lakewood City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Lakewood City is under $2,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Lakewood City?
The cheapest apartment in Old Lakewood City is Southfield East & West which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Old Lakewood City costs $3,580.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Lakewood City?
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 2 regular apartments in Old Lakewood City 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 Old Lakewood City?
Cheap apartments in Old Lakewood City have an average cost of $221 which is $3,359 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old Lakewood City.
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