
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Long Beach, CA from $1,000 (3 Rentals)
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West Side, Long Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Side Studio Apartments | $1,595 | $1,595 | $1,595 |
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $1,695 | $1,850 |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,097 | $1,799 | $2,495 |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, CA
As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.75 price per square foot Deluxe 2bed 1ba ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN SPECIA... Model at Harbor Apartments in the in the Watson neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the 1934 Henderson Ave Model at 1934 Henderson Ave, Unit 1934 Henderson starting at $2,000 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Watson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Apartments | Deluxe 2bed 1ba ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN SPECIA... | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 1934 Henderson Ave, Unit 1934 Henderson | 1934 Henderson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 2696 Santa Fe Ave, Unit 4 | 2696 Santa Fe Ave | 3BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach) | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2135 Santa Fe Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 1980 Harbor Ave | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 2232-2234 Santa Fe Ave. | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| 2070-2080 Magnolia Ave. | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.19 |
| 1765 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Side, Long Beach, CA
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Side Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Side?
The cheapest apartment in West Side is 1765 which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in West Side costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Side?
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 2 regular apartments in West Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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