5+ Days Ago
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500 E Poppy St, Long Beach, CA 90805, USA|DeForest Park
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Property Overview
500 E Poppy Street stands out with an expert rating of 8/10, highlighted by a 9/10 price score that signals strong value relative to its location and amenities. Residents can expect an elevated standard of living with well-rated amenities (8/10), excellent convenience to key destinations (location 9/10), and a transparent listing (trustworthiness 7/10), plus proximity to a top-rated high school less than half a mile away.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 551 sqft | $1,875 /mo | 1 unit available | 50% off First Month's Rent |
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Amenities for 500 E Poppy Street
Services
| Trash Paid |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 46 |
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About 500 E Poppy Street
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Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 500 E Poppy Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 500 E Poppy Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
500 E Poppy Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 500 E Poppy Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
500 E Poppy Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 500 E Poppy Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
500 E Poppy Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 500 E Poppy Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in DeForest Park
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
DeForest Park
Long Beach
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,300 |
| June 2024 | $2,461 |
| July 2024 | $2,472 |
| August 2024 | $2,508 |
| September 2024 | $2,497 |
| October 2024 | $2,495 |
| November 2024 | $2,466 |
| December 2024 | $2,432 |
| January 2025 | $2,491 |
| February 2025 | $2,496 |
| March 2025 | $2,495 |
| April 2025 | $2,490 |
| May 2025 | $2,455 |
| June 2025 | $2,425 |
| July 2025 | $2,438 |
| August 2025 | $2,455 |
| September 2025 | $2,476 |
| October 2025 | $2,398 |
| November 2025 | $2,420 |
| December 2025 | $2,471 |
| January 2026 | $2,496 |
| February 2026 | $2,488 |
| March 2026 | $2,396 |
| April 2026 | $2,397 |
| May 2026 | $2,400 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | $2,075 |
| September 2025 | $1,996 |
| October 2025 | $2,042 |
| November 2025 | $2,124 |
| December 2025 | $2,100 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 500 E Poppy St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$75,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $75,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,875.
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Schools near 500 E Poppy Street
Powell Academy for Success
150 victoria st
long beach, CA, 90805
K-8Public
B-
Compton Step
417 w alondra blvd
compton, CA, 90220
K-12Public
Pace (Lynn L.) Education Center
9625 van ruiten st
bellflower, CA, 90706
K-12Public
Beach Independent Study Program
3701 e willow st
long beach, CA, 90815
K-12Public
C+
Hollyglen Elementary School
5309 w 135th st
hawthorne, CA, 90250
K-2Public
A
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Getting around Long Beach near 500 E Poppy St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 500 E Poppy St, Long Beach
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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