Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bell, CA from $500 (15 Rentals)

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Fountain Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Fountain Apartments

4612 Florence AveBell, CA 90201
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2667 E 57th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2667 E 57th St

2667 E 57th StHuntington Park, CA 90255
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6729 Malabar St
Studio Apartments

6729 Malabar St

6729 Malabar StHuntington Park, CA 90255
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6419 Templeton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

6419 Templeton St

6419 Templeton StHuntington Park, CA 90255
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8982 State St
2 Bedroom Apartments

8982 State St

8982 State StSouth Gate, CA 90280

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8905 Tope Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8905 Tope Ave

8905 Tope AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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5030 Santa Ana
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5030 Santa Ana

5030 Santa AnaCudahy, CA 90201
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River Road
1 Bedroom Apartments

River Road

11833 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90241
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Santa Ana Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Ana Apartments

5018 Santa Ana StCudahy, CA 90201
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bell, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Bell, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bell Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cudahy$2,600$1,50010

Cheapest Available Bell Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bell, CA is a Studio unit found at Bella Vista Senior Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,275. Downey West Garden Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bell apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bella Vista Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,275
Downey West Garden Apartments0Studio,1BA$1,500
1 BED 1 BATH IN LOS ANGELES!!!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,696
7110-7112 Malabar St1x1Studio,1BA$1,700
La Paz Villas1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bell, CA

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bell area is the $2.48 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Downey Pointe Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Bell apartment is the 7062 State St Model at 7062 State St, Unit 6305 starting at $2,650 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bell apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Downey Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.48
7062 State St, Unit 63057062 State St2BR,1BA$2.79
New Orleans2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.05
8960 Virginia Ave, Unit 89601-28960 Virginia Ave1BR,1BA$2.24
7110-7112 Malabar St1x1Studio ,1BA$2.27
8232 Wilcox Ave3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$3.71
5158 Wood Ave5158 Wood Ave1BR,1BA$3.15
The Cornerstone Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$3.25
La Paz Villas1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.17
Bella Vista Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.83

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Bell Overview

Offering scenic western views of the Los Angeles River, Bell is a charming slice of California living. Located snugly in LA County with easy access to big city amenities, this locale of 30,000+ is an excellent choice for anyone considering a move to the west coast.

Why live in Bell, CA?

Flush with local public parks and plenty of area schooling options, this LA County city is small on hassle and big on heart. Scenic natural views await, with both the roar of the west coast ocean and the excitement of Hollywood both just a short drive away. Retail shopping and world-class eateries are never far from home, and that oh-so-famous California sun always seems to be shining in this idyllic, charming city.

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Getting Around Bell, CA

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bell Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bell?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bell is at Bella Vista Senior Apartments listed at $1,275.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bell Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bell Apartment is $1,575 at Bella Vista Senior Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bell Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bell is starting from $1,995 at 8232 Wilcox Ave.

What is the most affordable Bell Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bell Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 8232 Wilcox Ave and starts from $2,600.

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