
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Alhambra Neighborhood of Alhambra, CA from $1,000 (26 Rentals)
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519 N Electric Ave

Valley Manor Apartments

South Curtis Apartments

30-34 N 1st Street

931 S Atlantic Blvd
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Stoneman Villa

Huntington Palms

421 N Stoneman Ave

318 N Electric Ave

312 N Atlantic Blvd
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Bay State Apartments

109 N Marguerita Ave

425FIRST
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1117 N Stoneman Ave

201 N Monterey St

508-512 N Electric Ave

245 San Marcos St

259 S San Marcos St

Padilla Street Apartments
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346 San Marcos St
Downtown Alhambra, Alhambra, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Alhambra?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Alhambra Studio Apartments | $2,625 | $2,484 | $2,781 |
| Downtown Alhambra 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,305 | $1,780 | $3,405 |
| Downtown Alhambra 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,294 | $2,300 | $4,061 |
| Downtown Alhambra 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,030 | $5,005 | $5,056 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Alhambra Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Alhambra area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Manor Apartments priced from $1,900. mon930 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Downtown Alhambra apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Manor Apartments | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| mon930 | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| 325 S. Almansor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Woodside Terrace | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 521 N Marguerita Ave | 521 Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| 88 at Alhambra Place | Plan SA | Studio,1BA | $2,612 |
| Second Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom - corner | 2BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| 916 S. Marguerita Avenue | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Bay State Terrace | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Alhambra, CA
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Alhambra area is the $2.45 price per square foot 2X2 Model at Bay State Terrace in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Downtown Alhambra apartment is the 608 N Electric Ave Model at 608 N Electric Ave, Unit B starting at $2,800 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Alhambra apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay State Terrace | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| 608 N Electric Ave, Unit B | 608 N Electric Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| 521 N Marguerita Ave | 521 Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Second Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom - corner | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Valley Manor Apartments | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| mon930 | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 325 S. Almansor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Woodside Terrace | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| 115 N Atlantic Blvd, Unit #D | 115 N Atlantic Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| 88 at Alhambra Place | Plan SA | Studio ,1BA | $4.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Alhambra Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Alhambra?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Alhambra is Valley Manor Apartments which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in Downtown Alhambra costs $5,046.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Alhambra?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Downtown Alhambra that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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