Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Huntington Beach, CA

Some of the cheapest neighborhoods in Huntington Beach are Sea Cove at the Waterfront, Goldenwest, and Seaside Village. These neighborhoods offer some of the lowest rent prices in Huntington Beach, making them ideal for renters on a budget. As of September 12, 2025, the average rent in Huntington Beach is $2,474, which is 1.8% higher than last year. However, it's important to remember that rental prices can vary significantly based on factors such as location, amenities, and floor plans.

Sea Cove at the Waterfront

Average Rent

$2,398/Month

Units Available

10 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Huntington Beach neighborhood on a budget, check out Sea Cove at the Waterfront. The average rent is $2,398, compared to the city average of $2,474. Sea Cove at the Waterfront is convenient to Beach Promenade, Orange Coast College, and John Wayne/Orange County.

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Goldenwest

Average Rent

$2,400/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

5%

TransitScore® Rating

32/100

Units Available

36 Rentals

Goldenwest is an affordable neighborhood in Huntington Beach with an average rent price of $2,400. Compare this to the city average of $2,474. In the past year, rent prices have increased by 5%. Goldenwest provides easy access to The Art Inst., Orange County, Bolsa Chica Beach State Park, and Golden West College. It’s a walkable neighborhood with a WalkScore® of 75.

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Seaside Village

Average Rent

$2,403/Month

TransitScore® Rating

35/100

Units Available

13 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Huntington Beach, Seaside Village might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $2,403, while the city’s average stands at $2,474. Seaside Village is near Environmental Nature Center, Bolsa Chica Beach State Park, and Coastline Community College.

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Pacific Ranch

Average Rent

$2,655/Month

TransitScore® Rating

32/100

Units Available

16 Rentals

Pacific Ranch is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Pacific Ranch is $2,655 while the city average is $2,474. Residents enjoy convenient access to Shipley Nature Center, John Wayne/Orange County, and Coastline Community College. The neighborhood is considered somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 69.

Garfield

Average Rent

$3,682/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

5.4%

TransitScore® Rating

33/100

Units Available

160 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Huntington Beach neighborhood on a budget, check out Garfield. The average rent is $3,682, compared to the city average of $2,474. Rent prices have increased by 5.4%. Garfield is convenient to Long Beach (Daugherty Field), Talbert Regional Park, and The Art Inst., Orange County. The community is walkable with a WalkScore® of 79.

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Five Points

Average Rent

$3,773/Month

TransitScore® Rating

32/100

Units Available

150 Rentals

Five Points is an affordable neighborhood in Huntington Beach with an average rent price of $3,773. Compare this to the city average of $2,474. Five Points provides easy access to Long Beach (Daugherty Field), Five Points Center, and Talbert Regional Park. It’s a walkable neighborhood with a WalkScore® of 81.

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Downtown Huntington Beach

Average Rent

$3,863/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

1.7%

TransitScore® Rating

33/100

Units Available

26 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Huntington Beach, Downtown Huntington Beach might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $3,863, while the city’s average stands at $2,474. In the last year, prices have increased by 1.7%. Downtown Huntington Beach is near Golden West College, Long Beach (Daugherty Field), and Huntington State Beach.

Pacific City

Average Rent

$3,902/Month

TransitScore® Rating

35/100

Units Available

22 Rentals

Pacific City is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Pacific City is $3,902 while the city average is $2,474. Residents enjoy convenient access to Environmental Nature Center, Talbert Regional Park, and Orange Coast College. The neighborhood is considered walkable with a WalkScore® of 87.

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Surf City Beach Cottages

Average Rent

$3,911/Month

TransitScore® Rating

35/100

Units Available

21 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Huntington Beach neighborhood on a budget, check out Surf City Beach Cottages. The average rent is $3,911, compared to the city average of $2,474. Surf City Beach Cottages is convenient to The Strand, Shipley Nature Center, and Pierside Pavilion. The community is walkable with a WalkScore® of 83.

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Methodology

Transit Score measures access to public transit. Scores range from 0 (minimal transit) to 100 (rider’s paradise). Learn more about the Transit Score methodology. Rental data is sourced from CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As a leading authority in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar performs in-depth research to build and sustain an extensive database of commercial real estate insights.

We've combined this data with public records to provide the most current rental information available.