Cheap Apartments for Rent in Whittier, CA from $800 (146 Rentals)

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7051 Milton Ave, Unit #A
$1,475
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$1,475
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7051 Milton Ave, Unit #A

7051 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90602
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property at 6218 Friends Ave

$1,525

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$1,525
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$1,525

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6218 Friends Ave

WhittierCA90601
property at 5462 Cadbury Rd

$1,700

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$1,700
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$1,700

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5462 Cadbury Rd

WhittierCA90601

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property at 10838 Newcomb Ave

$1,800

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$1,800
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10838 Newcomb Ave

WhittierCA90603
property at 6318 Haviland Ave

$1,800

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6318 Haviland Ave

WhittierCA90601
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14125 Coteau Dr
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$1,895 - $2,395
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14125 Coteau Dr

14125 Coteau DrWhittier, CA 90604
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6309 Gregory Ave, Unit A
$1,900
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$1,900
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$1,900
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6309 Gregory Ave, Unit A

6309 Gregory AveWhittier, CA 90601
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Citrus Court
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$1,933 - $3,313
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Citrus Court

8121 BroadwayWhittier, CA 90606
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Malibu Apartments
$2,120 - $2,170
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Malibu Apartments

8828-8836 Highland AveWhittier, CA 90605
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6324 Greenleaf Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6324 Greenleaf Ave

6324 Greenleaf AveWhittier, CA 90601
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6013 Milton Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

6013 Milton Ave

6013 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90601
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15828 Landmark Dr
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

15828 Landmark Dr

15828 Landmark DrWhittier, CA 90604
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Villa Scala
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Scala

13955 Coteau DrWhittier, CA 90604
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15850 Landmark Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

15850 Landmark Dr

15850 Landmark DrWhittier, CA 90604
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Apollo Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Apollo Apartments

15860 Landmark DrWhittier, CA 90604
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5837 Pickering Ave
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5837 Pickering Ave

5837 Pickering AveWhittier, CA 90601
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Sandpiper Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sandpiper Apartments

14515 Leffingwell RdWhittier, CA 90604
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7315 Norwalk Blvd.
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

7315 Norwalk Blvd.

7315 Norwalk BlvdWhittier, CA 90606
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7642 Comstock Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

7642 Comstock Ave

7642 Comstock AveWhittier, CA 90602

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Whittier, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Whittier Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Whittier, CA is a Studio unit found at Royale La Habra in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,575. Los Arcos Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,590. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Whittier apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Royale La HabraSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,575
Los Arcos ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,590
12535-12543 Adler Dr1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,595
La Habra Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,618
Rivera GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,695
The Mediterranean ApartmentsCyprus - 1 BR, 1 BA UP1BR,1BA$1,795
5447 Norwalk Blvd.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,795
Casa Marie Apartments1B+1B1BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whittier, CA

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Whittier area is the $2.43 price per square foot 2BR Model at Mulberry Gardens in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Whittier apartment is the 2X2 Model at Las Flores Gardens Apartments starting at $2,758 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Whittier apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mulberry Gardens2BR2BR,2BA$2.43
Las Flores Gardens Apartments2X22BR,2BA$2.64
7052 Friends AvenueTwo Bedroom + One Bath2BR,1BA$2.33
Bonnie's Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.07
7739 Bradwelll Ave.2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.21
Townhouse ApartmentsCozy 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.45
Malibu Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.42
The Mediterranean ApartmentsCyprus - 1 BR, 1 BA DN1BR,1BA$2.48
11811 Beverly1bd1ba-709sqft1BR,1BA$2.61
8823 Ocean View AveA1BR,1BA$2.57

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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.

Whittier, CA
Population: 86,064

Ranked #388

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Whittier Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Whittier?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Whittier is at Royale La Habra listed at $1,575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Whittier Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Whittier Apartment is $1,595 at 12535-12543 Adler Dr.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Whittier Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Whittier is starting from $2,000 at Bonnie's Garden Apartments.

What is the most affordable Whittier Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Whittier Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 7346 Bright Ave and starts from $2,795.

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