Cheap Apartments for Rent in Compton, CA from $600 (145 Rentals)

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property at 15725 S Frailey Ave

$845

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15725 S Frailey Ave

ComptonCA90221
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831 E Pine St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

831 E Pine St

831 E Pine StCompton, CA 90221
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711-713 S. Bullis Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

711-713 S. Bullis Rd

711-713 S Bullis AveCompton, CA 90221
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Willow Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Apartments

209 S Willow AveCompton, CA 90221

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908 N Rose Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

908 N Rose Ave

908 N Rose AveCompton, CA 90221
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El Segundo
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

El Segundo

2234 E El Segundo BlvdCompton, CA 90222
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436 W. Magnolia St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

436 W. Magnolia St.

436 W Magnolia StCompton, CA 90220
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1513 E Kay St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1513 E Kay St

1501-1701 E Kay StCompton, CA 90221
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123 W Alondra Blvd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

123 W Alondra Blvd

123 W Alondra BlvdCompton, CA 90220

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955 N Acacia Ave
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

955 N Acacia Ave

955 N Acacia AveCompton, CA 90220
property at 636 E 121st Pl

$975 - $1,050

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636 E 121st Pl

Los AngelesCA90059

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9817 Bandera St, Unit C
$1,300
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9817 Bandera St, Unit C

9817 Bandera StLos Angeles, CA 90002
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Compton, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Compton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Compton, CA is a Studio unit found at Avalon in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,152. LB0356 (RUBS) (Imp.) in the Bixby Knolls neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Compton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Avalon0/1Studio,1BA$1,152
LB0356 (RUBS) (Imp.)0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,295
Maya Town HomesMaya Town Homes-44BR,2BA$1,317
13812 Avalon Blvd1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,395
RosecransStudio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR TOTAL...Studio,1BA$1,425
908 N Rose Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,495
The Ray ApartmentsStudio - Plan BStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Compton, CA

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Compton area is the $2.25 price per square foot 351 E 111th Pl Model at 351 E 111th Pl, Unit Apartamento de renta in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Compton apartment is the Maya Town Homes -3 Model at Maya Town Homes starting at $2,263 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Compton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
351 E 111th Pl, Unit Apartamento de renta351 E 111th Pl3BR,1.5BA$2.25
Maya Town HomesMaya Town Homes -33BR,1.5BA$1.97
7117 Eastondale Ave, Unit Eastondale7117 Eastondale Ave2BR,1BA$2.20
San Marcos Village ApartmentsThe Balboa1BR,1BA$1.93
Compton2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.23
Weber2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.09
5940 Atlantic Ave2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$2.05
R02-130-MF2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.16
Evergreen ApartmentsTwo Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.15
Magnolia Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.32

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Compton Overview

Known as 'Hub City' thanks to its conveniently centralized location to downtown Los Angeles, Compton is a historic, working-class city in the great state of California. Boasting a proud character and plenty of west coast charm all its own, this iconic locale is well worthy of consideration by anyone yearning for a Cali rental to call home.

Why live in Compton, CA?

Long a staple of popular culture as a landmark city of greater Los Angeles, Compton rentals are an excellent spot for those desiring a Cali residence that offers big city amenities and a highly ideal centralized location. The city was recently designated as an 'Entrepreneurial Hot Spot' by Cognetics, Inc. and the local economy of 'Hub city' remains solid thanks to textile and other industrial manufacturing in the area.

Compton, CA
Population: 96,617

Ranked #327

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Compton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Compton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Compton is at Avalon listed at $1,152.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Compton Apartment is $1,263 at Avalon.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Compton is starting from $1,825 at Evergreen Apartments.

What is the most affordable Compton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Compton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maya Town Homes and starts from $2,263.

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