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15375 E La Belle St

1433 N Walnut St

6512 Pickering Ave, Unit A

12539 Adler Dr

1490 W Lambert Rd, Unit 1490 W Lambert Rd, Unit 312, Unit 1490 W Lambert Rd, Unit 312
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10635 Colima Rd, Unit 00

1490 W Lambert Rd

7237 Milton Ave, Unit 4

12207 Hadley St

12626 Omelia Rd

10726 Orange Grove, Unit 21
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Whittier?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whittier 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,707 | $2,395 | $3,135 |
| Whittier 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,604 | $2,800 | $4,444 |
| Whittier 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,129 | $3,300 | $4,700 |
| Whittier 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,060 | $4,350 | $6,000 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royale La Habra | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| Los Arcos Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,590 |
| 7466 Rosemead | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Rivera Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whittier, CA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Whittier area is the $2.53 price per square foot 536 W Greenwood Ave Model at 536 W Greenwood Ave in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Whittier apartment is the 2BR Model at Mulberry Gardens starting at $2,550 with a $2.43 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 536 W Greenwood Ave | 536 W Greenwood Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Mulberry Gardens | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Las Flores Gardens Apartments | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Sand Castle Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| 7052 Friends Avenue | Two Bedroom + One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Townhouse Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.52 |
| Malibu Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Beverly Villa | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Pinecrest Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| 8823 Ocean View Ave | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Whittier?
There are currently 946 Apartments for Rent in Whittier, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $6,802. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Whittier ranging from $1,200 to $6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Whittier?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Whittier ranges from $1,200 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,137.
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