
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Lakewood City Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $1,600 (9 Rentals)
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Southfield East & West

5331 E Brittain St

Paloma
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Seaport Village

Clair Del and Clair Del Gardens

The Hive @ Market

Total Monthly Price
4400 N Lakewood Blvd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Lakewood City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Lakewood City Studio Apartments | $1,832 | $1,625 | $2,015 |
| Old Lakewood City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,211 | $1,695 | $2,492 |
| Old Lakewood City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,663 | $1,950 | $3,250 |
| Old Lakewood City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,111 | $2,525 | $3,692 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Lakewood City Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA.
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Cheapest Available Old Lakewood City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Lakewood City area of Long Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Southfield East & West priced from $1,695. Paloma has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Old Lakewood City apartments for rent in Long Beach, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southfield East & West | CLICK HERE >>MODERN STYLE 1 BR Apartment- 1 MON... | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Paloma | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Clair Del and Clair Del Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,816 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Lakewood City, CA
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Lakewood City area is the $2.52 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Seaport Village in the in the Lakewood Mutuals neighborhood starting from $2,726. The second greatest value Old Lakewood City apartment is the 2 x 1.5 Townhome Model at Patio Gardens starting at $2,845 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Lakewood City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaport Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Patio Gardens | 2 x 1.5 Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.81 |
| Park Montair | 2 + 2 Up | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Lakewood Colony Apartments | Fully renovated 2 Bedroom 2 Bath cozy apartment... | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| 5616 Rocket St, Unit 5616 | 5616 Rocket St | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Vio Cerritos | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Southfield East & West | CLICK HERE >>MODERN STYLE 1 BR Apartment- 1 MON... | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| 4400 N Lakewood Blvd | 4400 N Lakewood Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Tuscany Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Paloma | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Lakewood City, Long Beach, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Lakewood City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old Lakewood City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Lakewood City is under $2,225.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Lakewood City?
The cheapest apartment in Old Lakewood City is Southfield East & West which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Old Lakewood City costs $3,180.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Lakewood City?
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 15 regular apartments in Old Lakewood City 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 Old Lakewood City?
Cheap apartments in Old Lakewood City have an average cost of $598 which is $2,582 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old Lakewood City.
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