
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Plaza Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $500 (26 Rentals)
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5701 E Los Arcos St

1921 Knoxville Ave, Unit 19211/2

Pacific View Apartment Homes

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Park Avenue Apartments
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Patio Gardens

1760 Park Ave

6481 E El Roble St

23rd Street Apartments
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1780 Park Ave

2041 San Anseline Ave

5551 E 23rd St

7890 E Spring St

4786 E Malta St

Granada Apartments
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1740 Park Avenue

5401 E Anaheim Rd

Hawaiian Terrace Senior Apartments

Tuscany Apartments

Spondee Apartments

3601-3609 Howard Ave
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11500 E 215th St

Ascent Apartment Homes
Plaza, Long Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Studio Apartments | $1,967 | $1,850 | $2,020 |
| Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,691 | $1,895 | $7,458 |
| Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,424 | $2,195 | $9,365 |
| Plaza 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,750 | $5,750 | $5,750 |
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Cheapest Available Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Plaza area of Los Angeles, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Hawaiian Terrace Senior Apartments priced from $1,895. Pacific View Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here are the most affordable Plaza apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaiian Terrace Senior Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Pacific View Apartment Homes | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| 11500 E 215th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Tuscany Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Park Apartments | 1 bed x 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 1740 Park Avenue | 1 Bd / 1 Ba - Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | (RW) 3+2 | 3BR,2BA | $2,395 |
| Beverly Plaza Apartments | Plan D | 1BR,1BA | $2,557 |
| Patio Gardens | 2 x 1 Flat | 2BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plaza, CA
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plaza area is the $3.55 price per square foot Plan F Model at Park Avenue Apartments in the in the Los Altos neighborhood starting from $3,638. The second greatest value Plaza 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 Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Avenue Apartments | Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
| Patio Gardens | 2 x 1.5 Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.81 |
| Beverly Plaza Apartments | Plan D | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Hawaiian Terrace Senior Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Park Apartments | 1 bed x 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | (RW) 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 1740 Park Avenue | 1 Bd / 1 Ba - Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| Tuscany Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| 11500 E 215th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Pacific View Apartment Homes | Plan A | Studio ,1BA | $3.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plaza Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Plaza is 11500 E 215th St which is listed at $2,095, while the average apartment in Plaza costs $9,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Plaza?
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 4 regular apartments in Plaza that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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