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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. 12233 Manor Dr. in the Fusion at South Bay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. 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
12233 Manor Dr.StudioStudio,1BA$1,495
Harmony Court Apartment Homes - 62+ Senior1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,604
4575 W 173rd StSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,875
Casa Galleria1X11BR,1BA$1,925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan Beach, CA

As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Manhattan Beach area is the $2.63 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 708 N Juanita in the in the Pacific South Bay neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value Manhattan Beach apartment is the 3BR Model at 2015 Plant Ave starting at $3,595 with a $2.40 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.
708 N Juanita3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.63
2015 Plant Ave3BR3BR,2BA$2.40
1313 Beryl St, Unit D1313 Beryl St3BR,2BA$2.62
2608 Vanderbilt Ln, Unit #12608 Vanderbilt Ln2BR,1BA$1.92
Laurel Terrace2 Bedroom + 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.43
4929 W 118th Plz, Unit A4929 W 118th Plz2BR,2BA$2.20
2115 Mathews Ave2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.73
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 1547 Apartments for Rent in Manhattan Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,604 to $25,000. There are also 159 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manhattan Beach ranging from $1,200 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 $1,200 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,956.

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 $3,100 to $12,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,295 to $19,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $8,495.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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