Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Long Beach/Ports Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $500 (448 Rentals)

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property at 723 E 6th St

$1,395

Studio Rentals

Available Now

723 E 6th St

Long BeachCA90802
property at 714 Lime Ave

$1,425

Studio Rentals

Available Now

714 Lime Ave

Long BeachCA90813

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property at 242 E Del Amo Blvd

$1,485 - $2,450

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

242 E Del Amo Blvd

Long BeachCA90805

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 154 E Eagle St

$1,595

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Feb 2

154 E Eagle St

Long BeachCA90806

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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 $862. Furnished on Flint has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $870. 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$862
Furnished on FlintStudio 8Studio,$870
The Cabrillo (shared restroom)Studio with Shared RestroomStudio,$1,149
6410 N Paramount BlvdJunior StudioStudio,1BA$1,150
335 Pacific Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,200
433 E. 3rdStudioStudio,1BA$1,275
1240 Dawson Ave0/1Studio,1BA$1,295
1536-38 Locust Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,300

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

As of January 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Long Beach/Ports area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Torrance Palms in the in the North Torrance neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Long Beach/Ports apartment is the 1208 Roswell Ave Model at 1208 Roswell Ave, Unit B starting at $3,250 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Alamitos Heights 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.
Torrance Palms2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.24
1208 Roswell Ave, Unit B1208 Roswell Ave3BR,2BA$1.63
Daisy Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.82
16141 Eucalyptus Ave3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.85
1905 E Florida St1905 E Florida St3BR,2BA$1.07
Harbor ApartmentsDeluxe 2bed 1ba ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN SPECIA...2BR,1BA$1.75
1022 W 25th St, Unit #11022 W 25th St2BR,1BA$1.91
Northpointe2 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable2BR,1BA$1.47
Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach)2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.00
853 Cerritos Ave, Unit 853853 Cerritos Ave1BR,1BA$1.94

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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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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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 $1,300.

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

The cheapest apartment in Long Beach/Ports is Furnished on Flint which is listed at $1,489, while the average apartment in Long Beach/Ports costs $4,997.

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 62 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 $245 which is $4,752 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Long Beach/Ports.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!