Student Housing Near California State University-Long Beach

About off-campus housing near California State University-Long Beach

Most students at California State University-Long Beach live off campus after their first year, and the neighborhoods around Long Beach offer a mix of purpose-built student apartments, older houses split between roommates, and private rooms. The right choice usually comes down to how close you want to be to campus, your monthly budget, and whether you'd rather live alone or share.

Every listing and match on BestStudentHousing is free for students near California State University-Long Beach. Tell us your budget and move-in term a single time, and landlords come to you — no repeated application fees, no deposits to browse.

Where students live near Long Beach

A short walk or bike ride to California State University-Long Beach is the most sought-after — and priciest — option, so it goes fast. Living a mile or two out, along a bus or bike route, often means noticeably lower rent for the same space. Decide early how much you value being able to roll out of bed and walk to class.

What rent near California State University-Long Beach costs

There's no single price for housing near California State University-Long Beach — it depends on the area, unit size, and distance to campus. On BestStudentHousing you pick a budget band from under $700 to over $1,500 per month, and we match accordingly. Roommates and shared units are the reliable way to lower what you personally pay.

When to start your search

For a Fall move-in near California State University-Long Beach, the best selection is typically out three to six months ahead, and the closest-to-campus places are claimed first. If you're aiming for Spring or Summer, there's more flexibility and sometimes better deals. Getting matched early costs nothing and keeps you first in line.