
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hill Section Neighborhood of Manhattan Beach, CA from $500 (23 Rentals)
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1301 Manhattan Beach Blvd

876 Manhattan Beach Blvd

1643 Artesia Blvd

1436 12th St

Windsor House

1511 Artesia Blvd
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1200 Manhattan Beach Blvd

Manhattan Beach Artesia

545 21st St

1250 Manhattan Beach Blvd

1325 Manhattan Beach Blvd

1024 Morningside Dr

Pacific Lanai Apartments
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Marina Bay Club

718 21st St, Unit C

Peppertree Apartments

1707 Pacific Coast Hwy, Unit Hermosa Surf Condo

2411 Prospect Ave, Unit 107

The Palms

1731 Pacific Coast Hwy
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35 17th St

440 Longfellow Ave
Hill Section, Manhattan Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hill Section?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Section 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,878 | $2,495 | $3,850 |
| Hill Section 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,799 | $2,400 | $8,500 |
| Hill Section 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,623 | $3,695 | $9,500 |
| Hill Section 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Hill Section Neighborhood of Manhattan Beach, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hill Section Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hill Section area of Los Angeles, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 1643 Artesia Blvd priced from $2,850. Pacific Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,995. Here are the most affordable Hill Section apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1643 Artesia Blvd | 2bdr/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Pacific Apartment Homes | D | 2BR,2BA | $3,995 |
| 720 21st St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $4,375 |
| 2124 Hermosa Ave | 2 Bedroom + Office | 2BR,2BA | $7,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hill Section, CA
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hill Section area is the $5.01 price per square foot 221 12th Pl Model at 221 12th Pl, Unit 221 in the in the Tree Section neighborhood starting from $6,999. The second greatest value Hill Section apartment is the 3x2 Model at Hermosa Palm Haven starting at $9,500 with a $6.83 price per square foot in the East Manhattan Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hill Section apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 221 12th Pl, Unit 221 | 221 12th Pl | 3BR,2BA | $5.01 |
| Hermosa Palm Haven | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $6.83 |
| 2124 Hermosa Ave | 2 Bedroom + Office | 2BR,2BA | $5.77 |
| 315 Longfellow Ave, Unit 315 | 315 Longfellow Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.73 |
| 1643 Artesia Blvd | 2bdr/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 1653 Bayview Dr, Unit 1653 | 1653 Bayview Dr | 2BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| 1301 Manhattan Beach Blvd | 1301 Manhattan Beach Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Pacific Apartment Homes | F | 2BR,2BA | $5.15 |
| 1744 Manhattan Ave | 1744 Manhattan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $6.42 |
| 718 21st St, Unit C | 718 21st St | 1BR,1BA | $5.20 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Hill Section, Manhattan Beach, CA
Opal Robinson Elementary
Mira Costa High
Manhattan Beach Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hill Section Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hill Section Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hill Section is starting from $2,850 at 1643 Artesia Blvd.
What is the most affordable Hill Section Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hill Section Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hermosa Palm Haven and starts from $9,500.
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