Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Plaza Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $500 (14 Rentals)

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1760 Park Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1760 Park Ave

1760 Park AveLong Beach, CA 90815
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1780 Park Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1780 Park Ave

1780 Park AveLong Beach, CA 90815
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5551 E 23rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

5551 E 23rd St

5551 E 23rd StLong Beach, CA 90815
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3601-3609 Howard Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3601-3609 Howard Ave

3601-3609 Howard AveLos Alamitos, CA 90720
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Plaza, Long Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Plaza Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Plaza area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific View Apartment Homes priced from $1,895. 1740 Park Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Plaza apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific View Apartment HomesPlan AStudio,1BA$1,895
1740 Park Avenue1 Bd / 1 Ba - Downstairs1BR,1BA$1,895
Vicino ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom A1BR,1BA$2,104
CASA GRANDE APARTMENT HOMESRosa1BR,1BA$2,342
Park Avenue ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$2,434

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plaza, CA

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Plaza area is the $2.92 price per square foot 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Bixby Hill Apartments in the in the Los Altos neighborhood starting from $4,575. The second greatest value Plaza apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at Park Villa starting at $2,900 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bixby Hill Apartments2 Bed 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$2.92
Park Villa2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.82
Patio Gardens2 x 1.5 Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.81
Coral Pines Apartments2 Bedrooms2BR,1.5BA$2.57
Park Montair2 + 2 Up2BR,2BA$2.63
The Circle Apartments at Long Beach21B2BR,1BA$3.21
Park Avenue ApartmentsPlan C1BR,1BA$3.14
1740 Park Avenue2 Bd / 1 Ba - Downstairs2BR,1BA$3.18
CASA GRANDE APARTMENT HOMESRosa1BR,1BA$3.29
Vicino ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom A1BR,1BA$3.01

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Plaza, Long Beach, CA

Ranked #14

Among neighborhoods in Long Beach, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Plaza Neighborhood in Long Beach, CA

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plaza Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Plaza?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Plaza is at Pacific View Apartment Homes listed at $1,895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plaza Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plaza Apartment is $1,895 at 1740 Park Avenue.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plaza Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plaza is starting from $2,414 at Vicino Apartments.

What is the most affordable Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vicino Apartments and starts from $2,893.

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