
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Los Alamitos, CA from $1,300 (59 Rentals)
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Lexington Arms

3601-3609 Howard Ave

The Dorian

3912 Green Ave

4051 Farquhar Ave

Cypress Park Senior Community

8871 Belmont St

10322 Barbara Anne St

Cypress Pointe Senior Community
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Tuscany Apartments

Lakewood Village

2307 Canehill Ave, Unit A, Unit A

Lincoln-Moody Apartments

Lakewood Gardens

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Casa Pacifica Apartment Homes

12050 226th St, Unit C, Unit C

Seasons II Senior Apartment Homes

Spondee Apartments
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Robin Meadows

Springdale Villa Apartments

12082 Bailey St

2839 Charlemagne Ave

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Villas at Cypress

Casa Madrid

Emerald Court Apartments

Cypress Pointe Apartments

20732-20734 Seine Ave
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La Costa Apartments

Casa Theresa

20914 Bloomfield Ave

Greenbrook Apartments

7890 E Spring St

Pathways at Bixby Village

Georgia Peach Apartments
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Los Alamitos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Los Alamitos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Los Alamitos Studio Apartments | $2,551 | $1,895 | $3,208 |
| Cheap Los Alamitos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,591 | $1,400 | $3,401 |
| Cheap Los Alamitos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $2,040 | $4,182 |
| Cheap Los Alamitos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,286 | $2,950 | $3,865 |
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Cheapest Available Los Alamitos Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Los Alamitos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley View Senior Apartment Homes in the West Garden Grove neighborhood priced from $1,829. Cape Cod Apartments in the Palazzo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Los Alamitos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View Senior Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,829 |
| Cape Cod Apartments | Large Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Hawaiian Terrace Senior Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Biltmore Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,040 |
| Cypress Villas Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Arbor Court Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,065 |
| Casa Walker | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Greenbrook Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,160 |
| Cypress Park Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Pathways at Bixby Village | The Naples | 1BR,1BA | $2,277 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Los Alamitos, CA
As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Los Alamitos area is the $2.54 price per square foot 12052 Bailey St Model at 12052 Bailey St, Unit 2 in the in the West Garden Grove neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Los Alamitos apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Tuscany Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Old Lakewood City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Los Alamitos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12052 Bailey St, Unit 2 | 12052 Bailey St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.54 |
| Tuscany Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Villa Vista Apartments | 2 bed, 1 bath downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | (R) 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Lakewood Colony Apartments | Fully renovated 2 Bedroom 2 Bath cozy apartment... | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Lakewood Village | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| Casa Walker | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Lincoln-Moody Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Lakewood Gardens | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Biltmore Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
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Los Alamitos Overview
Located in Orange County, Los Alamitos, CA is a city that offers all the buzz of a major city with a small town feel. Just 20 miles south of Los Angeles, it is one of the most popular suburbs to choose for your home. With almost 2000 business, it offers endless opportunities.
Why live in Los Alamitos, CA?
This is a great location for commuting to Los Angeles or Long Beach. If you want to feel like you know your neighbors and live in a small town, that feeling is here in abundance. As a bedroom community, you will have lots of choices when it comes to picking a Los Alamitos apartment that is right for you.
Best Local Schools in Los Alamitos, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Los Alamitos Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Alamitos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Alamitos Apartment is $1,829 at Valley View Senior Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Los Alamitos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Los Alamitos is starting from $2,000 at Hawaiian Terrace Senior Apartments.
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