
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Signal Hill, CA from $500 (197 Rentals)
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1027 Redondo Ave

800 Pacific Ave

701 Elm Ave
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1427 Warren Ave, Unit 1427

727 Locust

1154 Cedar Ave

1027 E 7th St

1935 Myrtle Ave.

1218 2nd St

242 E Del Amo Blvd

1306 E Hellman St

815 E 9th St

932 Gardenia Ave
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853 Cerritos Ave, Unit 853

915 E Ocean Blvd

1204 Myrtle Ave

1859 Orange Ave, Unit House
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702 E 7th St

3029 Pacific Ave

825 Obispo Ave

1887 Locust Ave

1049 E 21st St

2070-2080 Magnolia Ave.

Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Senior Apartments
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154 E Eagle St

1318 St Louis Ave

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Signal Hill, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Signal Hill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Signal Hill Studio Apartments | $2,033 | $1,295 | $3,545 |
Cheap Signal Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,323 | $1,179 | $7,706 |
Cheap Signal Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,190 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Signal Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,350 | $1,495 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Signal Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $2,500 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available Signal Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Signal Hill, CA is a Studio unit found at 1045 Daisy Ave Apartments in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood priced from $1,250. 1536-38 Locust Ave in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Signal Hill apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1045 Daisy Ave Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
1536-38 Locust Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
1135 Dawson Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
The Regent | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
727 Locust | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
1935 Myrtle Ave. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Elm Gate Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Signal Hill, CA
As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Signal Hill area is the $1.45 price per square foot 575 Elm Ave Model at 575 Elm Ave, Unit 20PH in the in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Signal Hill apartment is the 1905 E Florida St Model at 1905 E Florida St starting at $1,495 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Signal Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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575 Elm Ave, Unit 20PH | 575 Elm Ave | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.45 |
1905 E Florida St | 1905 E Florida St | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
5101 Anaheim E St, Unit 107 | 5101 Anaheim E St | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
1000 E Burnett St, Unit 4 | 1000 E Burnett St | 3BR,1BA | $1.90 |
440 Atlantic Ave, Unit 440 Atlantic ave | 440 Atlantic Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
1375 Temple Ave. | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
LB0985 (Rubs) (Imp.) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
1835 Molino Ave, Unit 15 | 1835 Molino Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
853 Cerritos Ave, Unit 853 | 853 Cerritos Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
1859 Orange Ave, Unit House | 1859 Orange Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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Getting Around Signal Hill, CA
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
4 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Signal Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Signal Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Signal Hill is at 1045 Daisy Ave Apartments listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Signal Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Signal Hill Apartment is $1,595 at Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Signal Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Signal Hill is starting from $2,095 at Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Signal Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Signal Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1244 E 4th St and starts from $2,795.
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