Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, CA from $800 (171 Rentals)

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Furnished on Flint
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Furnished on Flint

821 Flint AveWilmington, CA 90744
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Peach Tree II
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Peach Tree II

1149 N Wilmington BlvdWilmington, CA 90744
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516 Bay View Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

516 Bay View Ave

516 Bay View AveWilmington, CA 90744

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Avalon Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon Place

920 N Avalon PlWilmington, CA 90744
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633 Broad Ave.
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

633 Broad Ave.

633 Broad AveWilmington, CA 90744
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McDonald Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

McDonald Apartments

706-713 McDonald AveWilmington, CA 90744
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1010 E Anaheim St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1010 E Anaheim St

1010 E Anaheim StWilmington, CA 90744
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729 N Marine Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

729 N Marine Ave

729 N Marine AveWilmington, CA 90744
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Sam's Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sam's Place

24801 S Avalon BlvdWilmington, CA 90744
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132 E. I St.
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

132 E. I St.

132 E I StWilmington, CA 90744
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Marine
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Marine

822 N Marine AveWilmington, CA 90744
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Bay Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Pointe

508 W E StWilmington, CA 90744
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Avalon Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon Apartments

1722 N Avalon BlvdWilmington, CA 90744

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1010 Lagoon Ave.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1010 Lagoon Ave.

1010 Lagoon AveWilmington, CA 90744
property at 25519 Belle Porte Ave

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25519 Belle Porte Ave

Harbor CityCA90710

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$1,600 - $2,495

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400 S Gaffey St

Los AngelesCA90731

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Wilmington, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Wilmington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilmington, CA is a Studio unit found at The Cabrillo (shared restroom) in the Vinegar Hill neighborhood priced from $1,199. 335 Pacific Avenue in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilmington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Cabrillo (shared restroom)Studio with Shared RestroomStudio,$1,199
335 Pacific Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,200
Carson Senior VillageSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,350
319 W 5th ST LONG BEACH, CA 908020BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,385
2014 Chestnut Avenue0/1Studio,1BA$1,395
916-918 Watson AveStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,395
727 LocustStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
730 Magnolia Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,450
330 Cedar Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, CA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilmington area is the $1.54 price per square foot Studio Model at San Pedro Bank Lofts in the in the Vinegar Hill neighborhood starting from $2,665. The second greatest value Wilmington apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Daisy Studios starting at $2,095 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilmington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
San Pedro Bank LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.54
Daisy Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.23
1031 W 12th St, Unit 10311031 W 12th St3BR,3.5BA$2.16
225 W 5th St225 W 5th St3BR,2BA$0.86
22707 Figueroa St2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.81
1525 Pine Ave.2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.20
Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach)2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.92
Park Mesa Apartments12BR,1BA$2.10
2135 Santa Fe Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.10
Bridgeport View Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.19

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Wilmington Overview

A town covering 9.14 square miles, Wilmington, California is a bedroom community of Los Angeles. Featuring a heavy concentration of industry, Wilmington has the third largest oil field in the U.S. 

Why live in Wilmington, CA?

Why should you rent in Wilmington, California? Because it is so darn close to Los Angeles. This bedroom community is a little city all its own. It has many parks and coffee shops, and has an identity all its own. Wouldn't it be nice to live somewhere where you can hop in your car and visit Hollywood and then be back home in time for dinner? Or, perhaps you lean more towards surfing at Venice Beach? Wherever your tastes run, renting an apartment in Wilmington can work for you. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilmington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wilmington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wilmington is at The Cabrillo (shared restroom) listed at $1,199.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilmington Apartment is $1,600 at Bridgeport View Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is starting from $1,729 at Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach).

What is the most affordable Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Solimar Luxury Homes and starts from $3,745.

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