Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bell, CA from $500 (91 Rentals)

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Fountain Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Fountain Apartments

4612 Florence AveBell, CA 90201
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Live Oak
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak

4639 Live Oak StBell, CA 90201
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6709 Woodward Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6709 Woodward Ave

6709 Woodward AveBell, CA 90201
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4645-4711 Live Oak St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4645-4711 Live Oak St

4645-4711 Live Oak StBell, CA 90201
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Newton Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Newton Apartments

4300 Walnut StBell, CA 90201
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8232 Wilcox Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8232 Wilcox Ave

8232 Wilcox AveBell, CA 90201

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property at 7210 Otis Ave

$1,850 - $1,895

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7210 Otis Ave

CudahyCA90201
property at 710 Bradshawe Ave

$1,850 - $2,150

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710 Bradshawe Ave

East Los AngelesCA90022
property at 5125 1/2 Clara St

$1,895

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5125 1/2 Clara St

CudahyCA90201

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New Orleans
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$1,995 - $3,375
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$1,995 - $3,375
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

New Orleans

11942-11952 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90242
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New Yorker
$2,095 - $2,195
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11984 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90242
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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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3530 E 61st Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3530 E 61st Pl

3530 E 61st PlHuntington Park, CA 90255

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6150 E Olympic Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6150 E Olympic Blvd

6150 E Olympic BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90022
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Fraser Flats
Studio Apartments

Fraser Flats

930-932 Fraser AveLos Angeles, CA 90022
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7029 Stafford Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7029 Stafford Ave

7029 Stafford AveHuntington Park, CA 90255
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6729 Malabar St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6729 Malabar St

6729 Malabar StHuntington Park, CA 90255
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6419 Templeton St
Studio to 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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9318 Victoria Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

9318 Victoria Ave

9318 Victoria AveSouth 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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Bell, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bell, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/28/2026

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$2,397$1,6496

Cheapest Available Bell Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bell, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,306. 9301 Atlantic Ave in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,604. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bell apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,306
9301 Atlantic Ave1bed-1bath1BR,1BA$1,604
Alethea Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,649
2700 Clarendon1/11BR,1BA$1,725
7129-7135 Stafford Aveone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
Chanteclair Apartments1 Bed Apt.1BR,1BA$1,775
Downey West Garden Apartments1and11BR,1BA$1,795
11502-11506 Adco Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bell, CA

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bell area is the $1.86 price per square foot 2 Bed Model at 5017 Clara St in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Bell apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Downey Pointe Apartments starting at $2,500 with a $2.48 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.
5017 Clara St2 Bed2BR,2.5BA$1.86
Downey Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.48
5838 Allston St, Unit #25838 Allston St1BR,1BA$1.85
BEAUTIFUL 2 BED | Split Level| Feels Like Home2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.56
9829 San Gabriel Ave, Unit South Gate9829 San Gabriel Ave1BR,1BA$2.17
Alethea Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.35
New Yorker2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.53
11502-11506 Adco Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.40
Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.24
Downey West Garden Apartments1and11BR,1BA$2.60

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bell Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bell Apartment is $1,306 at Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+.

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 $1,560 at Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+.

What is the most affordable Bell Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bell Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2222 Zoe Ave and starts from $2,800.

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