Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 2, 2026
Average rent in
Long Beach, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Long Beach, CA rent slipped 5.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,995/month. Renters today are paying $105 less per month on average than last year, below the peak of $2,195/month in October 2024.
Compared to national trends
Long Beach rent is 5.0% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, with 902 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Long Beach sit around $1,495/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,825/month, and 2-bedrooms around $2,350/month, with 3-bedrooms at $3,500/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $4,725/month. The 1-bed segment comprises 40.6% of total rentals, the largest share by bedroom count.
Neighborhood spotlight
Naples rents rose 39.5% year over year to $3,487/month. This increase contrasts with the citywide decline and marks Naples as a high-growth neighborhood in Long Beach, CA.
Median rent
Median rent in Long Beach
$1,995/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Long Beach is $1,995 per month as of October 2026. This is 5% above the national average rent, or $95 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Long Beach
902
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Long Beach rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Long Beach, CA
Average rent prices in Long Beach have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Long Beach, CA
Rent prices in Long Beach vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Long Beach is $1,945, whereas a house costs $3,750. 1-bedroom apartments in Long Beach run $1,800 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,295.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,495 | 2% | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $1,825 |  1% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $2,350 | No Change | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $3,500 | 3% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $4,725 | 12% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Belmont Heights | $2,295 | |
Bixby Knolls | $1,995 | |
Bixby Park | $1,895 | |
Central Long Beach | $1,845 | |
Downtown Long Beach | $2,195 | |
Eastside | $2,295 | |
Franklin School | $1,947 | |
Saint Mary | $1,885 | |
South Wrigley | $1,725 | |
Willmore City | $1,695 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,945 | 2% | 3% | |
Condos | $2,395 | 7% | 4% | |
Houses | $3,750 | 5% | 7% | |
Rooms | $1,200 | 14% | 26% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,495
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,825
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,350
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,500
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,725
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
1%
Downtown Long Beach
Average rent
$2,195
Central Long Beach
Average rent
$1,845
Bixby Park
Average rent
$1,895
Eastside
Average rent
$2,295
Saint Mary
Average rent
$1,885
Franklin School
Average rent
$1,947
Willmore City
Average rent
$1,695
South Wrigley
Average rent
$1,725
Belmont Heights
Average rent
$2,295
Bixby Knolls
Average rent
$1,995
Apartments
Average rent
$1,945
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$2,395
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
4%
Houses
Average rent
$3,750
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
7%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
14%
Last year
26%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Long Beach, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Long Beach, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Long Beach and Bellflower by all bedroom counts and property types.
Long Beach
5%higher than the national median
26%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Long Beach, CA is 17% lower than the median rent in Bellflower, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,395
9%$2,495
$2,750
15%$2,300
7%$2,295
4%$2,595
4%$3,195
1%$2,995
6%$2,320
7%$3,410
23%$2,895
4%$2,797
4%Cost of living in Long Beach, CA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 20% higher |
| Groceries | 11% higher |
| Health | 7% higher |
| Housing | 133% higher |
| Transportation | 39% higher |
| Utilities | 12% higher |
Discover rentals in Long Beach, CA
5d+ ago
Downtown Long Beach condo for rent in Long Beach
640 Elm Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802
1 bed
1 bath
$795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Jul 2
5d+ ago
Eastside apartment for rent in Long Beach
2723 E 8th St, Long Beach, CA 90804
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 29
6h ago
1128 Temple Ave, Long Beach, CA 90804
2 beds
2 baths
$980
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
3440 E Ransom St, Long Beach, CA 90804
2 beds
2 baths
$1,075
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$12,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Dec 1
1d ago
500 W Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90802
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,230–$8,250
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Belmont Shore house for rent in Long Beach
4 beds
2 baths
$7,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Belmont Park house for rent in Long Beach
326 Arcadia Ave, Long Beach, CA 90803
3 beds
2 baths
$7,300
Price dropped $200Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Dec 10
3d ago
Verified
3500 Hathaway Ave, Long Beach, CA 90815
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,310–$3,150
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
3801 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90804
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,799–$3,748
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
5980 Bixby Village Dr, Long Beach, CA 90803
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,419–$3,569
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
1809 Termino Ave, Long Beach, CA 90815
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,197–$2,699
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
1250 E San Antonio Dr, Long Beach, CA 90807
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
527 E 1st St, Long Beach, CA 90802
Studio
1 bath
$1,375
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
3500 Hathaway Ave, Long Beach, CA 90815
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,310–$3,150
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
5980 Bixby Village Dr, Long Beach, CA 90803
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,419–$3,569
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
5980 Bixby Village Dr, Long Beach, CA 90803
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,419–$3,569
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
527 E 1st St, Long Beach, CA 90802
Studio
1 bath
$1,375
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
7h ago
530 Alamitos Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802
2 beds
1 bath
$1,999
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1740 Park Ave, Long Beach, CA 90815
2 beds
1 bath
$2,495
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Long Beach, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Long Beach rental market.
How much is rent in Long Beach?
The average rent in Long Beach is $1,995 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Long Beach?
Average rent prices in Long Beach have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
How does Long Beach rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Long Beach is 5% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $95 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Long Beach?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Long Beach are Willmore City ($1,695/mo), South Wrigley ($1,725/mo), and Central Long Beach ($1,845/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Long Beach?
To comfortably afford rent in Long Beach, you'd need to earn approximately $80,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Long Beach?
January offers the best rental deals in Long Beach, with rents running about 3.7% lower than the August peak season. December also provides good opportunities with the lowest competition from other renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).