Updated 5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Gated community
- Community amenities
- Onsite laundry room
Location
Colima Road, South Whittier, CA 90604, USA|South Whittier
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Property Overview
Candlewood Apartments earns a strong overall impression with a 9.2 Zumper expert rating, reflecting excellent value, quality, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It stands out for its competitive pricing, gated community setting, community amenities, onsite laundry room, and value-for-money ranking, while also being marked great for pet friendliness thanks to nearby pet supply stores, grooming services, and pet hospitals.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
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Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Renovated units | 2 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $2,195 /mo | Our apartment amenities feature gas ranges, granite countertops, microwaves, and refrigerators. The property is under renovation. Units getting renovated, Onsite laundry room, Gated community, camaras on property. Closed by Gateway Plaza, Walmart, Target and groceries stores. |
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Amenities for Candlewood Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About Candlewood Apartments
At Candlewood Apartments in Whittier, you will find a great place to live. This community can be found at 11500 Colima Rd in Whittier. The leasing staff is ready for you to come by for a tour. A wide variety of apartment and community amenities are available to residents. Our apartment amenities feature gas ranges, granite countertops, microwaves, and refrigerators. The property is under renovation. Units getting renovated, Onsite laundry room, Gated community, camaras on property. Closed by Gateway plaza, Walmart, Target and groceries stores.
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.
9.2
/10
ExcellentCandlewood Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
Price·10A 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.
Candlewood Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
Candlewood Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Candlewood Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Candlewood Apartments 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·9A 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.
Candlewood Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Candlewood Apartments is great 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 Candlewood Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
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Rent trends in South Whittier
2-bedroom apartments at Candlewood Apartments cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Whittier.
Median rents as of Oct 5 2025.
South Whittier
South Whittier
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | $1,550 |
| May 2025 | $1,550 |
| June 2025 | $1,550 |
| July 2025 | $1,550 |
| October 2025 | $1,800 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | $1,550 |
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Can I afford to live at Colima Road?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$87,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,195.
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Schools near Candlewood Apartments
La Colima Elementary School
11225 miller rd
whittier, CA, 90604
K-5Public
B
Whittier Independent Study
5777 lockheed ave
whittier, CA, 90606
K-8Public
Pace (Lynn L.) Education Center
9625 van ruiten st
bellflower, CA, 90706
K-12Public
Bousd Online Academy
1 civic center cir
brea, CA, 92822
K-6Public
A
Anaheim Elementary Online Academy
2000 w ball rd
anaheim, CA, 92804
K-6Public
B-
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Getting around South Whittier near Colima Road
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for Colima Road, South Whittier
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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