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The Guirado House
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The Guirado House

6237 Greenleaf AveWhittier, CA 90601
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6013 Milton Ave
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6013 Milton Ave

6013 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90601
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6324 Greenleaf Ave
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6324 Greenleaf Ave

6324 Greenleaf AveWhittier, CA 90601
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Hali Kalani
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Hali Kalani

10041 Scott AveWhittier, CA 90603
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15828 Landmark Dr
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15828 Landmark Dr

15828 Landmark DrWhittier, CA 90604
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Villa Scala
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Villa Scala

13955 Coteau DrWhittier, CA 90604
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Colima
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Colima

11757 Colima RdWhittier, CA 90604
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7321 Milton Ave
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7321 Milton Ave

7321 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90602
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7333 Milton Ave
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7333 Milton Ave

7333 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90602
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Obert Arms
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Obert Arms

11506 Obert AveWhittier, CA 90604

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11507 Broadway
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11507 Broadway

11507 BroadwayWhittier, CA 90601
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6340 Pierce Ave
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6340 Pierce Ave

6340 Pierce AveWhittier, CA 90601
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12433 Howard St
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12433 Howard St

12433 Howard StWhittier, CA 90601
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7743 Bright Ave
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7743 Bright Ave

7743 Bright AveWhittier, CA 90602
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13926 Saranac Dr
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13926 Saranac Dr

13926 Saranac DrWhittier, CA 90604

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Largest Available Whittier 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Whittier, CA is found at Alivia Townhomes in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 975 square feet priced from $2,895. Beverly Villa has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 850 square feet and currently listed start at $2,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Whittier:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Alivia TownhomesResidence with Garage + Private Patio975 Sq Ft$2,895
Beverly VillaOne bedroom850 Sq Ft$2,150
Valentia by WindsorA5839 Sq Ft$2,755
The SpringsPlan A765 Sq Ft$2,025
California Villages Pico RiveraA4 Floor Plan758 Sq Ft$2,256
Altura at the GrovesA2A757 Sq Ft$2,753
6335 Comstock AvePlan C 1BD+Den750 Sq Ft$2,295
Fair Oaks Apartments11BL740 Sq Ft$2,335
Los Arcos ApartmentsOne Bedrooms680 Sq Ft$1,890

Cheapest Available Whittier 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 11, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Whittier, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,799 at Plaza Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable Whittier 1 Bedroom is the Cyprus - 1 BR, 1 BA UP Model at The Mediterranean Apartments starting at $1,825 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Whittier is currently $2,272. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Whittier:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Plaza ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,799
The Mediterranean ApartmentsCyprus - 1 BR, 1 BA UP$1,825
Rivera Gardens1 Bed 1 Bath$1,850
Pinecrest Apartments1BR/1BA$1,850
7240 Bright Avenue - The Villas at UptownOne Bedroom + One Bath$1,875
Los Arcos ApartmentsOne Bedrooms$1,890
6335 Comstock AvePlan A 1BD$1,895
7901 Duchess Drive - Duchess TerraceOne Bedroom + One Bath$1,895
Parkview Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,895

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Whittier Overview

Dear Town, for whom the flowers are born / Stars shine, and happy songbirds sing. How many cities can you think of that were named for, and celebrated by, a famous poet? Whittier boasts colorful historic districts, along with rolling hills and canyons. All this, and only a dozen or so miles away from Los Angeles and coastal beaches!

Why live in Whittier, CA?

Named after poet John Greenleaf Whittier, the city is home to the famed Whittier College. As an official Gateway City, Whittier is convenient to the entertainment and employment mecca that is Los Angeles. At the same time, choosing Whittier apartment life means that you're surrounded by historical areas, beaches, and places to hike and bike. It's large enough to host world-class shopping and dining, as well as several arts, food and entertainment festivals throughout the year. Yet Whittier is small enough to shut out the headaches that major population centers bring.

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Getting Around Whittier, CA

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Whittier Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Whittier with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Whittier is at Plaza Apartments listed at $1,799.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Whittier Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Whittier is $2,272.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Whittier Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Whittier is a 975 square feet unit starting from $2,895 at Alivia Townhomes.

What is the average size for Whittier 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Whittier is currently 585 sq ft.

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