
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the California Heights Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $1,200 (36 Rentals)
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Ocean Elements at Villa del Sol Apartments

3615 Elm Ave

Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

1026 E Carson St

Villa Virginia

3530 Locust Ave

4336 Elm Ave

1120-1124 E Carson St
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716 E Carson St

1061-1065 E Carson St

4333-4335 Elm Ave

839 E Carson St

3409 Orange Ave

4415 Linden Ave

1004-1006 E Carson St

1165 E Carson St

1801-103 E Wardlow Rd
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Villa Alondra

The Bixby

Bixby Knolls Regency Townhomes

639 E Carson St

1695 E Wardlow Rd Apartments

740 E Carson St

632 E Carson St

Elm Court

Villa Tico
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4108 Deeboyar Ave

4140 Pixie Ave

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4122 Deeboyar Ave

Del Lago Apartments

Country Club West Apartments

LK4119 (RUBS)
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $1,700 | $2,095 |
| California Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,697 | $2,100 | $3,200 |
| California Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,750 | $2,750 |
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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 Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Active Adult Apartments priced from $1,700. 145 Canton St. #11 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable California Heights apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | One Bedroom D | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 145 Canton St. #11 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| LK4119 (RUBS) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California Heights, CA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the California Heights area is the $2.85 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at LK4119 (RUBS) in the in the Lakewood Mutuals neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value California Heights apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath (Huntington) Model at 3415 Linden Ave. starting at $2,095 with a $3.40 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 | $2.85 |
| 3415 Linden Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Huntington) | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Ocean Elements at Villa del Sol Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
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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 $1,700 at Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Active Adult Apartments.
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