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Manhattan Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Manhattan Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Manhattan Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at REGAL MANOR in the Fusion at South Bay neighborhood priced from $1,450. Harmony Court Apartment Homes - 62+ Senior in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,604. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manhattan Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
REGAL MANORBeautiful Studio Available NOW !!! $500 OFF YO...Studio,1BA$1,450
Harmony Court Apartment Homes - 62+ Senior1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,604
4737 Artesia Blvd.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,695
Palm View Village (Furnished Units Available)Studio Suite w/Smart Home TechnologyStudio,1BA$1,800
4777 W 132nd St1 Bed 1 Bath (#19)1BR,1BA$1,928

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan Beach, CA

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Manhattan Beach area is the $2.43 price per square foot 2015 Plant Ave Model at 2015 Plant Ave, Unit D in the in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Manhattan Beach apartment is the 1313 Beryl St Model at 1313 Beryl St, Unit D starting at $3,400 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manhattan Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2015 Plant Ave, Unit D2015 Plant Ave3BR,2BA$2.43
1313 Beryl St, Unit D1313 Beryl St3BR,2BA$2.62
1754 E Sycamore Ave, Unit C1754 E Sycamore Ave1BR,1BA$2.09
230 Sheldon St2 Bedroom/1 1/2 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.36
2115 Mathews Ave, Unit apt # 52115 Mathews Ave2BR,1BA$2.67
Laurel Terrace2 Bedroom + 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.43
4929 W 118th Plz, Unit A4929 W 118th Plz2BR,2BA$2.20
Lawndale Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.51
Woodcrest Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.53
13816 Hawthorne Way, Unit c13816 Hawthorne Way2BR,1BA$2.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about Manhattan Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Manhattan Beach?

There are currently 1536 Apartments for Rent in Manhattan Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,135 to $50,000. There are also 137 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manhattan Beach ranging from $1,050 to $40,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Manhattan Beach?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Manhattan Beach ranges from $1,050 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,553.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Manhattan Beach?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Manhattan Beach range from $2,995 to $11,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $14,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $8,495.

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