Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Long Beach Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $800 (30 Rentals)

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$825 - $1,395

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640 Elm

Long BeachCA90802

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Cheapest Available Downtown Long Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Long Beach area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 335 Pacific Avenue priced from $1,200. 500 E. 6th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Downtown Long Beach apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
335 Pacific Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,200
500 E. 6thStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
319 W 5th ST LONG BEACH, CA 908020BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,385
1730 E. 7th St.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395
1819 E. 4th ST.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,400
715-723 Lime AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,425
730 Magnolia Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,450
Elm Avenue Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,450
1324 Peterson Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Long Beach, CA

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Long Beach area is the $1.23 price per square foot 0BR/1.0BA Model at Daisy Studios in the in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Downtown Long Beach apartment is the 225 W 5th St Model at 225 W 5th St starting at $1,295 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Long Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Daisy Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.23
225 W 5th St225 W 5th St3BR,2BA$0.86
1905 E Florida St, Unit 21905 E Florida St3BR,2BA$1.07
Linden 6502BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.22
805 E. 7th St.One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.00
1438 E 8th St, Unit Charming 2 bedroom1438 E 8th St2BR,1BA$2.28
1436 E 8th St, Unit B1436 E 8th St2BR,1BA$2.25
1525 Pine Ave.2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.20
926 Long Beach Blvd, Unit 926926 Long Beach Blvd1BR,1BA$1.95
525-537 Chestnut Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.13

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Downtown Long Beach, Long Beach, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Long Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Long Beach?

There are currently 1943 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Long Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $9,350. There are also 116 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Long Beach ranging from $825 to $8,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Long Beach?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Long Beach ranges from $825 to $8,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,279.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Long Beach?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Long Beach range from $1,295 to $9,350, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $825 to $8,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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