
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Plaza Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $500 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Plaza area of Long Beach.


4339 Heather Rd

5701 E Los Arcos St

Pacific View Apartment Homes

1760 Park Ave
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23rd Street Apartments

1780 Park Ave

2839 Charlemagne Ave

2041 San Anseline Ave

5551 E 23rd St
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1720 Park Avenue

Hawaiian Terrace Senior Apartments

7020 Schroll St

Spondee Apartments

3601-3609 Howard Ave
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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 | $1,969 | $1,945 | $1,995 |
| Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,814 | $1,850 | $9,737 |
| Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,336 | $2,000 | $9,219 |
| Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,780 | $4,149 | $6,511 |
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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 Studio unit found at Pacific View Apartment Homes priced from $1,945. Hawaiian Terrace Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable Plaza apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific View Apartment Homes | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| Hawaiian Terrace Senior Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Tuscany Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Park Avenue Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,483 |
| 1740 Park Avenue | 2 Bd / 1 Ba - Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plaza, CA
As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plaza area is the $3.45 price per square foot Plan N Model at Park Avenue Apartments in the in the Los Altos neighborhood starting from $4,313. The second greatest value Plaza apartment is the Plan H Model at Beverly Plaza Apartments starting at $4,260 with a $3.71 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 N | 3BR,2BA | $3.45 |
| Beverly Plaza Apartments | Plan H | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.71 |
| Los Alamitos Luxury Apartments | 2B - 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| 10676 Walnut St, Unit 10676 | 10676 Walnut St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.78 |
| Patio Gardens | 2 x 1.5 Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.81 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | 2/1.5 Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.33 |
| Lakewood Colony Apartments | Fully renovated 2 Bedroom 2 Bath cozy apartment... | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| 1740 Park Avenue | 2 Bd / 1 Ba - Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Hawaiian Terrace Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
| Pacific View Apartment Homes | Plan A | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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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 $1,945.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plaza Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plaza Apartment is $2,120 at Pacific View Apartment Homes.
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 $2,000 at Hawaiian Terrace Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Avenue Apartments and starts from $4,149.
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