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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 $1,295. 1527 Junipero Ave in the Eastside Long Beach neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Signal Hill apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1045 Daisy Ave ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
1527 Junipero Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,325
727 LocustStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
87 LimeStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
634 CedarStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
1141 Pine Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Elm Gate Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,495
97 LimeStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
2450 E. 6th Street0x1Studio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Signal Hill, CA

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Signal Hill area is the $1.67 price per square foot 575 Elm Ave Model at 575 Elm Ave, Unit 21 in the in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value Signal Hill apartment is the 3 bed, 2 bath Model at 1035 Raymond starting at $2,395 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Alamitos Beach 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 21575 Elm Ave3BR,3.5BA$1.67
1035 Raymond3 bed, 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.77
1870 Temple Ave, Unit A1870 Temple Ave2BR,1BA$2.25
670 Ximeno Ave, Unit 670 Ximeno # 102670 Ximeno Ave2BR,2BA$2.08
1530 Henderson Ave1530 Henderson Ave2BR,1BA$2.15
1375 Temple Ave.2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.30
1821 5th St.One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.41
355 Coronado Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.37
768 Gaviota Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.25
Park Pacific Tower Senior HousingPark Pacific1BR,1BA$2.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Signal Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in Signal Hill?

There are currently 4007 Apartments for Rent in Signal Hill, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,179 to $10,000. There are also 155 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Signal Hill ranging from $1,280 to $14,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Signal Hill?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Signal Hill ranges from $1,280 to $14,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,889.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Signal Hill?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Signal Hill range from $2,195 to $10,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,495 to $14,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,375.

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