Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park Estates Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $500 (20 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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Naples Isle Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Naples Isle Apartments

5441-5451 E 2nd StLong Beach, CA 90803
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70 Glendora Ave
Studio Apartments

70 Glendora Ave

70 Glendora AveLong Beach, CA 90803

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Gondolier Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Gondolier Apartments

5525 E Pacific Coast HwyLong Beach, CA 90804
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5261 E The Toledo
1 Bedroom Apartments

5261 E The Toledo

5261 E The ToledoLong Beach, CA 90803

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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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The Toledo
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Toledo

5254 E The ToledoLong Beach, CA 90803
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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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University Park Estates, Long Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Park Estates Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park Estates 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 University Park Estates 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
eaves Seal BeachS1Studio,1BA$2,035
Pathways at Bixby VillageThe Naples1BR,1BA$2,269
Park Avenue ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$2,434

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park Estates, CA

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Park Estates 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 University Park Estates apartment is the 158 Argonne Ave Model at 158 Argonne Ave, Unit Mark Johnson starting at $4,795 with a $3.38 price per square foot in the Belmont Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park Estates 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
158 Argonne Ave, Unit Mark Johnson158 Argonne Ave3BR,1BA$3.38
Park Villa2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.82
Patio Gardens2 x 1.5 Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.81
The Circle Apartments at Long Beach21B2BR,1BA$3.21
5742 Campo Walk, Unit 57425742 Campo Walk2BR,1BA$3.47
Park Avenue ApartmentsPlan C1BR,1BA$3.14
1740 Park Avenue2 Bd / 1 Ba - Downstairs2BR,1BA$3.18
5819 E Ocean Blvd, Unit 5819 E. Ocean Blvd.5819 E Ocean Blvd1BR,1BA$2.31
242 Glendora Ave, Unit 4242 Glendora AveStudio ,1BA$3.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Park Estates, Long Beach, CA

Ranked #16

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the University Park Estates Neighborhood in Long Beach, CA

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park Estates Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Park Estates?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Park Estates Apartment?

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

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Park Estates Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Park Estates is starting from $2,595 at Patio Gardens.

What is the most affordable University Park Estates Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Park Estates Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Avenue Apartments and starts from $4,114.

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