
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the California Heights Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $1,200 (29 Rentals)
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3721 Locust Ave

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140 E 31st St, Unit 140-142 E 31st St

722 E Carson St, Unit 4

Ocean Elements at Villa del Sol Apartments

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1149 E Carson St, Unit 7

3415 Linden Ave.
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Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

3937 Long Beach Blvd

Wardlow Apartments

Villa Alondra

915 E Carson St

1141 E Carson St

Elm Avenue
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3485 Linden Ave

145 E Canton St

The Bixby

1420 E Wardlow Rd

3595 Elm Ave

4152 N Business St, Unit 5

Villa Versailles Apartments
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1006 E 32nd St

Country Club West Apartments

LK4119 (RUBS)

Villas II

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Villas at Lakewood

3223 Lemon Ave
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1010 E 32nd St, Unit A
California Heights, Long Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in California Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Heights Studio Apartments | $1,595 | $1,595 | $1,595 |
| California Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,052 | $1,800 | $2,295 |
| California Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,554 | $2,095 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available California Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the California Heights area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at LK4119 (RUBS) priced from $1,650. Ocean Elements at Villa del Sol Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,890. Here are the most affordable California Heights apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| LK4119 (RUBS) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Ocean Elements at Villa del Sol Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,890 |
| 3415 Linden Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Huntington) | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,2BA | $2,195 |
| Wardlow Apartments | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California Heights, CA
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the California Heights area is the $2.54 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at LK4119 (RUBS) in the in the Lakewood Mutuals neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value California Heights apartment is the 1 bed / 1 bath Model at Wardlow Apartments starting at $2,295 with a $3.53 price per square foot in the Bixby Knolls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for California Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| LK4119 (RUBS) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Wardlow Apartments | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 3415 Linden Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Huntington) | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| 140 E 31st St, Unit 140-142 E 31st St | 140 E 31st St | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Ocean Elements at Villa del Sol Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCalifornia Heights, Long Beach, CA
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap California Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom California Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom California Heights Apartment is $1,650 at LK4119 (RUBS).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom California Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in California Heights is starting from $2,195 at Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Active Adult Apartments.
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