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6308 Whittier Blvd

2030 E Florence Ave

1030 Leonard Ave

7112 Hood Ave, Unit c

10511 Orange Ave

7302 Mace Pl
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5125 1/2 Clara St

621 S Leonard Ave

6221 Fishburn Ave

728 1/2 S Ferris Ave

2441 Repetto Ave

6835 Newell St

5154 Santa Ana St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Bell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,460 | $2,000 | $3,300 |
| Bell 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,218 | $2,249 | $3,745 |
| Bell 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,011 | $2,910 | $5,500 |
| Bell 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,800 | $3,900 | $5,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bell, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/24/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cudahy | $2,397 | $1,649 | 5 |
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. Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,306. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bell apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,306 |
| 9301 Atlantic Ave | 1bed-1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,604 |
| Alethea Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
| 2700 Clarendon | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bell, CA
As of April 24, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5017 Clara St | 2 Bed | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.86 |
| Downey Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 5838 Allston St, Unit #2 | 5838 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| BEAUTIFUL 2 BED | Split Level| Feels Like Home | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.56 |
| 9829 San Gabriel Ave, Unit South Gate | 9829 San Gabriel Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Alethea Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| New Yorker | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 11502-11506 Adco Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Downey West Garden Apartments | 1and1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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Best Local Schools in Bell, CA
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What type of rentals are currently available in Bell?
There are currently 2069 Apartments for Rent in Bell, CA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $3,375. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bell ranging from $1,500 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bell?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bell ranges from $1,500 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,658.
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