Apartments for Rent in Whittier CA

Set against the Puente Hills, Whittier pairs historic Uptown blocks, leafy streets, and miles of trails. If you’re searching for apartments for rent in Whittier, you’ll find walkable living around Greenleaf Avenue with cafes, Whittier Village Cinemas, and a weekly farmers market, plus campus culture from Whittier College and shows at the Shannon Center. Outdoor time is easy on the Whittier Greenway Trail, at Penn and Michigan parks, or on Turnbull Canyon’s switchbacks from the Hellman Park trailhead; history lovers can explore Pío Pico State Historic Park. Look for apartments near Whittier College or homes close to Uptown if dining and nightlife are high on your list.

For renters, top areas include Uptown Whittier (prewar buildings and lively dining), College Hills (steps to campus), Mar Vista Heights (hillside streets and trail access), Friendly Hills (near the country club and tree-covered slopes), Michigan Park (green spaces and mid-century blocks), Whittwood/East Whittier (larger communities by Whittwood Town Center), Spyglass (quick freeway access and views), and the Hadley–Greenleaf Historic District (bungalows and Spanish Revival homes). I-605, SR-60, and I-5 connect you to job centers in Downtown L.A., City of Industry, Santa Fe Springs, and Anaheim, and rentals close to the Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs Metrolink station make rail commutes straightforward; everyday shopping is easy at The Quad at Whittier and Whittwood Town Center, while Uptown’s eateries, coffee bars, and pubs keep weekends busy.