Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Long Beach/Ports Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $500 (463 Rentals)

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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 636 Linden Ave priced from $635. Woodruff Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Long Beach/Ports apartments for rent in Long Beach, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
636 Linden AveStudioStudio,1BA$635
Woodruff Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Downstairs1BR,1BA$850
The Dorms of Torrance0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$963
516 Bay View AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
6410 N Paramount BlvdJunior StudioStudio,1BA$1,200
335 Pacific Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,200
1045 Daisy Ave ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
636 Chestnut AvenueStudio (308)Studio,1BA$1,300

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

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Long Beach/Ports 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 Long Beach/Ports apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at 16141 Eucalyptus Ave starting at $2,995 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles 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.
Daisy Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.23
16141 Eucalyptus Ave3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.85
San Pedro Bank Lofts1x21BR,2BA$1.94
225 W 5th St225 W 5th St3BR,2BA$0.86
1905 E Florida St, Unit R21905 E Florida St3BR,2BA$1.07
22707 Figueroa St2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.81
2121 W 157th St, Unit 22121 W 157th St2BR,1BA$1.88
600 Almond Ave2 Bed + 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.91
Northpointe2 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable2BR,1BA$1.47
636 Linden AveStudioStudio ,1BA$1.76

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Long Beach/Ports?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Long Beach/Ports is at 636 Linden Ave listed at $635.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Long Beach/Ports Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Long Beach/Ports Apartment is $850 at Woodruff Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Long Beach/Ports Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Long Beach/Ports is starting from $1,383 at Northpointe.

What is the most affordable Long Beach/Ports Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Long Beach/Ports Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northpointe and starts from $1,584.

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.