Apartments for Rent in Long Beach

Warm, sunny beaches coupled with world-class urban amenities make Long Beach, CA a desirable place to live for people from all walks of life.  Whether you’re looking for rental apartments,studio apartments, one bedroom apartments for rent or furnished apartments for rent by owner, Long Beach, CA has something for everyone.  Love by millennials to retirees, the casual beach atmosphere synonymous with life in Long Beach, CA mixed with the proximity to power centers like Los Angeles, CA make life in Long Beach, CA a total package.

Apartments in Long Beach, CA appeal to a variety of prospective tenants including millennials who tend to appreciate living near vibrant nightlife,while new and growing families tend to prefer renting quieter suburban apartments or those that are within walking distance of parks and other outdoor spaces.  Many apartment communities,especially those in newer developments, will include comprehensive sets of amenities specifically designed to make apartment life even better.  Features and amenities at some of the newer Long Beach, CA apartments may include fitness centers and private gyms,swimming pools, private outdoor picnic and barbecue areas, movie theaters and even pet friendly outdoor spaces all of which are included in the cost of your rent!  As an attractive, low-maintenance living space that allows rental tenants the time, money, and energy to enjoy all that California has to offer, it’s easy to understand why apartment life is so desirable in Long Beach, CA. With all this in mind,remember to use our online apartment finder tools and build your own personal apartment guide when browsing the many active apartment listings in Long Beach, CA.

The following table summarizes the average, minimum and maximum monthly rents in Long Beach, CA.  

Consider the following five tips and advice when searching for your next apartment rental in Long Beach, CA.  

Focus Your Search

Southern California traffic can be heavy, particularly during the morning and evening rush hours.  Limit your apartment search to complexes in the same vicinity as your place of employ mentor your school to minimize your travel time and maximize your free time.

Visit the Apartment Complex After Business Hours

Before you sign an apartment lease, visit the property complex during “off hours” to get a good feel and understanding of what it will be like living in that neighborhood at all hours. Most apartments are shown during standard working business hours, and the neighborhood atmosphere can change dramatically after 5 p.m. and on weekends.

Set a Realistic Budget

Decide in advance what you can afford for a Long Beach, CA apartment rent, and only look at apartments that are within your budget. Use our apartment finder search filters to narrow your focus and find apartments within your price range.

Make a List of Must Have Features and Amenities

Making a list of desired apartment rental amenities and applying them in our rental search filters will save you significant time and effort while searching for the right apartment. It's important to keep in mind, however,that your budget may not allow for all the amenities that you would like and that you may have to make choices. For example, if your budget doesn't allow you to move into a building with a private gym, look for an apartment near a fitness center that has rates you can afford.

Act Quickly After Finding an Apartment You Want

Desirable apartments to rent in Long beach, CA are often rented quickly.  When you see an apartment for rent in Long Beach, CA that fits your wish list don’t hesitate as any delay could cost you renting the apartment.  Contact the rental owner or property management company via social media, phone, or email and let them know that you're interested as quickly as you can, or you run the risk of losing your dream Long Beach, CA apartment to someone else.