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Hillside Manor
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Manor

2165 E 21st StSignal Hill, CA 90755
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Ocean View Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean View Villas

2185 E 21st StSignal Hill, CA 90755
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1855 Stanley Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1855 Stanley Ave

1855 Stanley AveSignal Hill, CA 90755

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property at 242 E Del Amo Blvd

242 E Del Amo Blvd

Long BeachCA90805

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property at 3207 2nd St

3207 2nd St

Long BeachCA90803
property at 714 Lime Ave

714 Lime Ave

Long BeachCA90813

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154 E Eagle St

Long BeachCA90806
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1760 Park Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1760 Park Ave

1760 Park AveLong Beach, CA 90815
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636 Linden Ave
Studio Apartments

636 Linden Ave

636 Linden AveLong Beach, CA 90802
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1135 E 12th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1135 E 12th St

1135 E 12th StLong Beach, CA 90813

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Signal Hill, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Signal Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Signal Hill, CA is a Studio unit found at 636 Chestnut Avenue in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood priced from $1,195. 1240 Dawson Ave in the Alamitos Beach neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Signal Hill apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
636 Chestnut AvenueStudio (308)Studio,1BA$1,195
1240 Dawson Ave0/1Studio,1BA$1,295
1536-38 Locust Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,300
500 E. 6thStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
433 E. 3rdStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
285-295 Cerritos AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
The Regent0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395
Elm Gate Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395
5210BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Signal Hill, CA

As of December 07, 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 1208 Roswell Ave Model at 1208 Roswell Ave, Unit B starting at $3,250 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Alamitos Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Signal Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
575 Elm Ave, Unit 20PH575 Elm Ave3BR,3.5BA$1.45
1208 Roswell Ave, Unit B1208 Roswell Ave3BR,2BA$1.63
Daisy Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.23
1905 E Florida St1905 E Florida St3BR,2BA$1.07
1000 E Burnett St, Unit 41000 E Burnett St3BR,1BA$1.79
Harbor ApartmentsDeluxe 2bed 1ba ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN SPECIA...2BR,1BA$1.75
1118 N Norman Ct, Unit 11118 N Norman Ct2BR,1BA$2.27
LB0985 (Rubs) (Imp.)2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.09
853 Cerritos Ave, Unit 853853 Cerritos Ave1BR,1BA$1.94
1859 Orange Ave, Unit House1859 Orange Ave1BR,1BA$2.21

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

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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 636 Chestnut Avenue listed at $1,195.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Signal Hill Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Signal Hill Apartment is $1,560 at Gondolier 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 $1,795 at 1040 Ohio Ave.

What is the most affordable Signal Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Signal Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1131-1135 E. 4th St. and starts from $2,395.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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