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455 E Ocean Blvd

Long BeachCA90802

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Downtown Long Beach, Long Beach, CA Local Guide

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 530 Chestnut Ave priced from $1,195. 1536-38 Locust Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Downtown Long Beach apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
530 Chestnut AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
1536-38 Locust Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,300
326 E. 8thStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Elm Avenue Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395
727 LocustStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
1141 Pine Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
330 Cedar Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,495
Elm Gate Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Long Beach, CA

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Long Beach area is the $2.00 price per square foot 438 N Crystal Ct Model at 438 N Crystal Ct, Unit C in the in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Downtown Long Beach apartment is the 1933 E 3rd St Model at 1933 E 3rd St, Unit 1933 starting at $2,825 with a $2.13 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.
438 N Crystal Ct, Unit C438 N Crystal Ct2BR,2.5BA$2.00
1933 E 3rd St, Unit 19331933 E 3rd St2BR,1BA$2.13
143 E 10th St, Unit 143143 E 10th St2BR,1BA$2.40
Linden 6502BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.13
Long Beach Terraces1x11BR,1BA$2.22
1151-1155 Walnut Ave.2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.46
768 Gaviota Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.25
437 Walnut Ave, Unit 2437 Walnut Ave2BR,1BA$2.37
1600 Chestnut Ave1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.39
Park Pacific Tower Senior HousingPark Pacific1BR,1BA$2.27

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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 1965 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Long Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $9,758. There are also 116 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Long Beach ranging from $1,295 to $10,999.

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 $1,295 to $10,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,141.

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 $1,295 to $10,999. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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