Homes for Rent in Long Beach, CA
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Long Beach is a genuine coastal city in its own right — a working port town with real maritime history, a walkable downtown, and beach neighborhoods like Belmont Shore and Naples that feel worlds away from the traffic of the rest of Los Angeles County. It offers meaningfully lower rents than the LA Westside while still delivering beach access, a real downtown arts scene, and its own distinct identity anchored by the Port of Long Beach, the Queen Mary, and Cal State Long Beach.
Port & Maritime History
The Port of Long Beach is one of the busiest in the US, giving the city a real working-harbor identity alongside its beach-town reputation.
Beach Neighborhoods
Belmont Shore and Naples (with its own canals and gondola rides) offer walkable beach living without LA Westside prices.
Cal State Long Beach
CSULB brings a large student and faculty renter population, supporting steady demand for smaller units and shared housing near campus.
Arts & Downtown
Retro Row (4th Street) and the East Village Arts District anchor a genuinely walkable, independent-business downtown scene distinct from the rest of LA County.
Value vs. LA
Long Beach generally rents below comparable LA Westside neighborhoods while offering similar beach access.
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Neighborhoods in Long Beach
- Belmont Shore
- Naples
- Downtown/East Village Arts District
- Bixby Knolls
- California Heights
- Alamitos Beach
- Retro Row (4th Street)
Renter Tips for Long Beach
Belmont Shore and Naples command the highest rents given direct beach and canal access; Bixby Knolls and California Heights offer more value with a walkable, small-business commercial strip. Downtown/East Village suits renters who want an urban, transit-connected lifestyle. California's statewide AB 1482 rent cap (5% + CPI, max 10%, for qualifying units built before 2005) applies here; always confirm coverage with the landlord.
Rental Market in Long Beach, CA
Long Beach, CA is an active rental market. As landlords list homes here, live prices and availability will appear on this page automatically. List your property on EMLAKIE to reach renters searching in Long Beach right now.
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Search Long Beach rentalsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Long Beach have rent control?
Long Beach does not have its own local rent control ordinance beyond California's statewide AB 1482, which caps annual increases at 5% + CPI (max 10%) for qualifying units built before 2005.
What is the average rent in Long Beach?
Long Beach rents vary by proximity to the water — expect $1,800–$2,800/month for a 1-bedroom near Belmont Shore or downtown, and $1,500–$2,200/month further inland toward Bixby Knolls.
Is Long Beach cheaper than the rest of Los Angeles?
Generally yes, compared to LA's Westside — Long Beach offers similar beach access to Santa Monica or Venice at a meaningful discount, though prime Belmont Shore/Naples units still command premium rents.
How do I list my Long Beach rental without a broker?
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How many rentals are available in Long Beach, CA, and what's the average rent?
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