Long Beach Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Beach city south of LA with distinct downtown, waterfront, diverse neighborhoods, and more affordable rents than LA proper.
Los Angeles, CAAvg Rent: $2,375/moWalk Score: 65
Walkability
65
Walk Score
Transit
56
Transit Score
Commute
40-70 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good (varies by neighborhood)
Rating
Long Beach Rent Prices
Studio
$1,500
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,900
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,600
per month
3 Bedrooms
$3,500
per month
Rent Trend: Moderate increases
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Beach city, diverse, independent
Demographics
Diverse - families, students, young professionals
Best For
Budget-consciousBeach seekersDiverse communityCity feel
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Diverse, growing, waterfront dining
Nightlife
Moderate - bars, clubs, Pine Avenue
Schools
Good public schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Long Beach
Pros
- More affordable
- Beach access
- Own downtown
- Diverse
Cons
- Long commute to LA
- Some rough areas
- Port pollution
- Transit limited
Parks & Recreation
- Bluff Park
- El Dorado Park
- Shoreline Park
Public Transit
- Metro Blue Line
- Long Beach Transit
Popular Streets
- 2nd Street
- Pine Avenue
- Belmont Shore
Key Amenities
- Aquarium of the Pacific
- Queen Mary
- Beach access
- Downtown
Compare with Other Los Angeles Neighborhoods
Santa Monica
2BR Rent:$3,800
Walk Score:88
Beach town, active, upscale
Venice
2BR Rent:$3,500
Walk Score:85
Bohemian, artistic, eclectic
Silver Lake
2BR Rent:$3,200
Walk Score:72
Hipster, artistic, trendy
Culver City
2BR Rent:$3,400
Walk Score:75
Up-and-coming, artistic, diverse
Pasadena
2BR Rent:$3,000
Walk Score:70
Suburban, historic, family-oriented
Helpful Resources for Renters
Moving to Long Beach? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.