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Long Beach is California's seventh largest city, a coastal port town where the historic RMS Queen Mary sits permanently docked alongside beach neighborhoods, canal side homes, and a walkable downtown connected to Los Angeles by Metro Rail. Swami International Property Management has matched Los Angeles County renters with quality homes since 1978. Tell us what you are looking for and our leasing team will follow up with current Long Beach area availability.
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A Coastal City with Big City Amenities
Everything a renter needs to know before choosing Long Beach as their next home base.
Location & Commute
Long Beach sits about 25 miles south of Downtown Los Angeles at the mouth of the San Gabriel River. The Metro A Line runs directly from Downtown Long Beach to Downtown LA, and Long Beach Transit operates more than 50 local bus routes plus a light rail line across the city, giving the city a citywide Transit Score of 49.
Schools
The Long Beach Unified School District, the fourth largest in California, includes Woodrow Wilson Classical, Long Beach Polytechnic, Millikan, and the California Academy of Mathematics and Science among its higher ranked high schools. Cal State Long Beach and Long Beach City College serve residents pursuing higher education.
Parks & Recreation
El Dorado Regional Park covers 641.9 acres on the city's east side with lakes, a nature center, and a golf course. Recreation Park adds another 210.9 acres near Belmont Heights, and Rainbow Lagoon Park anchors the Downtown waterfront with regular community events.
Shopping & Dining
Second Street in Belmont Shore and 4th Street's "Retro Row," home to more than 40 independent merchants and the restored 1920s Art Theatre, anchor two of the city's most walkable shopping and dining corridors, alongside Downtown's Pine Avenue restaurant scene.
Climate
Like most of coastal Los Angeles County, Long Beach enjoys a mild, semi arid climate moderated by the Pacific Ocean, with average temperatures in the mid 60s year round. Summers are warm and mostly dry, winters are cool and mild, and most rainfall falls between November and March.
Safety & Community
Long Beach maintains its own Long Beach Police Department, reporting roughly 624 sworn officers as of 2024. As in any large city, conditions vary by neighborhood, and we encourage renters to review conditions for the specific address they are considering.
From Willmore City to a Global Port
Long Beach's history as a port and industrial city still shapes the neighborhoods renters move into today.
Aerial view of the Port of Long Beach, via Wikimedia Commons, Creative Commons license.
Long Beach was founded in 1882 as Willmore City on the shore of San Pedro Bay and incorporated under its current name shortly after. The discovery of oil at nearby Signal Hill in the 1920s brought rapid growth, and the city's deepwater harbor developed into the Port of Long Beach, now the second busiest container port in the United States, moving a record 9.6 million shipping containers in 2024 and supporting roughly 1 in 5 jobs citywide.
The historic RMS Queen Mary ocean liner has been docked permanently at the Long Beach waterfront since 1967, having sailed around Cape Horn because she was too large for the Panama Canal. The ship earned the nickname the Grey Ghost for her wartime paint scheme and now operates as a hotel and event venue.
Long Beach is also a college town, home to California State University, Long Beach, with its landmark Walter Pyramid arena, and Long Beach City College, which offers two years of free tuition to graduates of the Long Beach Unified School District. Aerospace, shipping, and marine research remain central to the local economy.
Today the city is made up of more than 50 distinct neighborhoods, from the beachfront blocks of Belmont Shore to the canal lined islands of Naples and the tree lined streets of Bixby Knolls, giving renters a wide range of settings within a single city.
Explore Long Beach's Neighborhoods
Long Beach has more than 50 distinct neighborhoods and communities, from beachfront blocks to inland residential streets.
Photos above are representative stock imagery except where the exact Long Beach location is noted, sourced from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons licenses.
Long Beach, CA on the Map
A quick reference for where Long Beach sits relative to Signal Hill, Lakewood, and the wider Gateway Cities region.
Schools Serving Long Beach, CA
Public school options across the Long Beach Unified School District, plus the city's two public higher education campuses.
Photos above are representative stock imagery except for Cal State Long Beach and Long Beach City College, which depict the actual campuses. Sourced from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons licenses. Enrollment boundaries change from time to time, so families should confirm current attendance zones directly with LBUSD or the school in question.
Parks Near Long Beach, CA
From a 641 acre regional park to a restored coastal lagoon, Long Beach offers extensive green space for renters.
Photos above are representative stock imagery except for Rainbow Lagoon Park, which depicts the actual park, sourced from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons licenses.
Average Rent in Long Beach, CA
Current asking rent ranges across the Long Beach rental market, for context while you plan your move.
| Unit Type | Typical Monthly Rent Range |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,600 to $1,950 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,850 to $2,300 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,400 to $3,050 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,600 to $4,200 |
Rent ranges reflect market wide asking figures as of early 2026 and change regularly. Specific Swami International listings may fall above or below these ranges. Demographic figures are drawn from the latest U.S. Census Bureau estimates, and walkability figures are drawn from Walk Score. Send us a message for current, unit specific pricing.
Explore Rentals Near Long Beach, CA
Considering the wider Gateway Cities and South Bay region? These neighboring communities are within a short drive of Long Beach.
Photos above are representative stock imagery except where the exact location is noted, sourced from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons licenses.
Common Questions About Renting in Long Beach, CA
What is the average rent for an apartment in Long Beach, CA?
As of early 2026, asking rent generally runs from about $1,600 to $1,950 for a studio, $1,850 to $2,300 for a one bedroom, $2,400 to $3,050 for a two bedroom, and $3,600 to $4,200 for a three bedroom home. Coastal neighborhoods such as Belmont Shore and Naples typically price above inland areas. Send us a message for current pricing on specific Swami International units.
What neighborhoods in Long Beach are best for renters?
Popular renter neighborhoods include Belmont Shore and Belmont Heights for beach access and walkability, Naples for quiet waterfront canal living, Downtown and the East Village Arts District for urban apartment living near Metro Rail, and Bixby Knolls for a more residential, tree lined feel.
Is Long Beach, CA a walkable city?
Long Beach has a citywide Walk Score of 73, making it one of the more walkable large cities in the country, with several neighborhoods, including Belmont Shore and Central Long Beach, scoring in the high 80s.
What is public transportation like in Long Beach?
Long Beach has a citywide Transit Score of 49. The Metro A Line runs from Downtown Long Beach directly to Downtown Los Angeles, and Long Beach Transit operates more than 50 local bus routes throughout the city.
What school district serves Long Beach rental homes?
Most of Long Beach is served by the Long Beach Unified School District, the fourth largest in California, which includes Woodrow Wilson Classical, Long Beach Polytechnic, Millikan, and the California Academy of Mathematics and Science among its higher ranked high schools. Cal State Long Beach and Long Beach City College serve residents pursuing higher education.
Is Long Beach, CA a safe place to live?
Long Beach maintains its own Long Beach Police Department, reporting roughly 624 sworn officers as of 2024. As with any large city, conditions vary by neighborhood, and prospective renters should review conditions for the specific address they are considering.
How far is Long Beach from Los Angeles and Orange County?
Downtown Long Beach is about 25 miles south of Downtown Los Angeles and directly borders Orange County communities such as Seal Beach and Los Alamitos to the east.
What is there to do near the Long Beach waterfront?
The waterfront includes the historic RMS Queen Mary ocean liner, the Aquarium of the Pacific, Rainbow Lagoon Park, Shoreline Aquatic Park, and the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, all within walking distance of Downtown apartments.
Does Swami International manage rental properties in Long Beach, CA?
Yes. We have served Los Angeles County renters since 1978, managing 295 properties and 2,373 units. Send us a message or call our vacancy line to hear about current and upcoming Long Beach area availability.
Current Vacancies in Long Beach, CA
Live availability for Long Beach and the surrounding Gateway Cities region.
Why Rent with Swami International Property Management
What to expect when you work with our leasing team for a home in Long Beach.
- Serving Los Angeles County renters since 1978
- 295 properties and 2,373 units under management
- Professionally managed with responsive maintenance support
- A real leasing agent typically responds within one business day
- A 90 percent lease renewal rate across our portfolio
- Equal Housing Opportunity Provider
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Send us a message or call our vacancy line. A real leasing agent will follow up with current availability.
