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property at 28 57th Pl

$2,125

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$2,125

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$2,125

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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28 57th Pl

Long BeachCA90803
property at 7890 E Spring St

$2,150

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$2,150

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$2,150

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Mar 31

7890 E Spring St, Unit 4U

7890 E Spring St
Long BeachCA90815

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property at 128 13th St

$2,495

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$2,495

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$2,495

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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128 13th St, Unit Apt. AB

128 13th St
Seal BeachCA90740

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Seal Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Seal Beach, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/11/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Seal Beach, CA area range in price from $1,800 to $4,800 with an overall median price of $4,092. The three Seal Beach neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are College Park East at $1,800, Rossmoor at $2,495, and The Hill at $2,275. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Seal Beach Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
College Park East$3,250$1,80014
Rossmoor$3,250$2,4958
The Hill$3,656$2,2758
Leisure World$4,800$2,27520
Marina Park$4,800$2,2759
Old Town Seal Beach$4,800$2,2759

Cheapest Available Seal Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Seal Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gondolier Apartments in the Belmont Heights neighborhood priced from $1,540. Marina Apartments & Boat Slips in the Belmont Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Seal Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gondolier Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,540
Marina Apartments & Boat SlipsOne Bedroom/ One Bath1BR,1BA$1,800
Valley View Senior Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,829
Somerset VillasOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950
The Huntington Breeze1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - B1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seal Beach, CA

As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Seal Beach area is the $2.00 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhouse Model at 17082 Lynn Ln in the in the Bolsa Chica neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Seal Beach apartment is the 235 Corona Ave Model at 235 Corona Ave, Unit 235 Corona Ave. starting at $2,700 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Belmont Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Seal Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
17082 Lynn Ln3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,2.5BA$2.00
235 Corona Ave, Unit 235 Corona Ave.235 Corona Ave2BR,1BA$2.08
5003 E Ocean Blvd, Unit 50035003 E Ocean Blvd2BR,1BA$2.55
Bixby Hill Apartments1 Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.98
5132 Dunbar Drive2x12BR,1BA$2.68
Whiffle Tree ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.01
Harborscape2BR/1BA Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.55
Bridgeport Apartment HomesPlan C Townhome2BR,1BA$3.08
Huntington ContinentalPlan A11BR,1BA$3.00
Woodlake1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Seal Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Seal Beach?

There are currently 1185 Apartments for Rent in Seal Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,540 to $4,800. There are also 73 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Seal Beach ranging from $1,350 to $11,960.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Seal Beach ranges from $1,350 to $11,960 with an average monthly rent of $6,131.

Expert Rental Resources

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.