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3447 Caspian Ave
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3447 Caspian Ave

3447 Caspian AveLong Beach, CA 90810
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Long Beach/Ports, Long Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Long Beach/Ports Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Long Beach/Ports area of Long Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at The Dorms of Torrance priced from $1,006. 335 Pacific Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Long Beach/Ports apartments for rent in Long Beach, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Dorms of Torrance0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,006
335 Pacific Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,200
1240 Dawson Ave0/1Studio,1BA$1,295
254th StreetCozy singleStudio,1BA$1,295
1536-38 Locust Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,300
Carson Senior VillageSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,350
Northpointe2 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable2BR,1BA$1,383
319 W 5th ST LONG BEACH, CA 908020BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,385
LB0356 (RUBS) (Imp.)0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Beach/Ports, CA

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Long Beach/Ports area is the $1.65 price per square foot 985 W 9th St Model at 985 W 9th St, Unit Unit 1 in the in the East Rancho Palos Verdes neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Long Beach/Ports apartment is the Studio Model at San Pedro Bank Lofts starting at $2,325 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Vinegar Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Long Beach/Ports apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
985 W 9th St, Unit Unit 1985 W 9th St4BR,2BA$1.65
San Pedro Bank LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.34
Daisy Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.23
16141 Eucalyptus Ave3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.85
225 W 5th St225 W 5th St3BR,2BA$0.86
1905 E Florida St, Unit 21905 E Florida St3BR,2BA$1.07
22707 Figueroa St2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.81
805 E. 7th St.One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.00
926 Long Beach Blvd, Unit 926926 Long Beach Blvd1BR,1BA$1.95
Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach)2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.92

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Long Beach. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Long Beach/Ports Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Long Beach/Ports?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Long Beach/Ports is under $1,395.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Long Beach/Ports?

The cheapest apartment in Long Beach/Ports is Park Pacific Tower Senior Housing which is listed at $1,522, while the average apartment in Long Beach/Ports costs $7,282.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Long Beach/Ports?

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 76 regular apartments in Long Beach/Ports 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 Long Beach/Ports?

Cheap apartments in Long Beach/Ports have an average cost of $225 which is $7,057 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Long Beach/Ports.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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