Cheap Apartments for Rent in Compton, CA from $600 (42 Rentals)

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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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property at 242 E Del Amo Blvd

242 E Del Amo Blvd

Long BeachCA90805

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7042 Somerset Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7042 Somerset Blvd

7042 Somerset BlvdParamount, CA 90723
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Las Palmas
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Las Palmas

6955 Long Beach BlvdLong Beach, CA 90805
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10720 Long Beach Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10720 Long Beach Blvd

10720 Long Beach BlvdLynwood, CA 90262
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12636 S Figueroa St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

12636 S Figueroa St

12636 S Figueroa StLos Angeles, CA 90061
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Villager Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villager Apartments

5230 N Long Beach BlvdLong Beach, CA 90805
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Fig Tree
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fig Tree

16521 S Figueroa StGardena, CA 90248
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15560 Orange Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

15560 Orange Avenue

15560 Orange AveParamount, CA 90723
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208 E 120th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

208 E 120th St

208 E 120th StLos Angeles, CA 90061
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Hoover Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hoover Apartments

12817 S Hoover StGardena, CA 90247
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540 E Adams St
1 Bedroom Apartments

540 E Adams St

540 E Adams StLong Beach, CA 90805

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7222 Petrol St
2 Bedroom Apartments

7222 Petrol St

7222 Petrol StParamount, CA 90723
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10338 State St
2 Bedroom Apartments

10338 State St

10338 State StLynwood, CA 90262
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9916 Beach St
1 Bedroom Apartments

9916 Beach St

9916 Beach StLos Angeles, CA 90002
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El Segundo
2 Bedroom Apartments

El Segundo

822-826 W El Segundo BlvdGardena, CA 90247
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140 E 120th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

140 E 120th St

140 E 120th StLos Angeles, CA 90061
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10339 California Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10339 California Ave

10339 California AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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7800 Madison St
1 Bedroom Apartments

7800 Madison St

7800 Madison StParamount, CA 90723

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12425 Harris Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

12425 Harris Ave

12425 Harris AveLynwood, CA 90262

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 6410 N Paramount Blvd in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,150. Maya Town Homes in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,211. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Compton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
6410 N Paramount BlvdJunior StudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Maya Town HomesMaya Town Homes-44BR,2BA$1,211
LB0356 (RUBS) (Imp.)0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395
9318 Victoria Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
RosecransStudio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR TOTAL...Studio,1BA$1,445
The Ray ApartmentsStudio - Plan BStudio,1BA$1,495
7001 Orange AveZEROStudio,1BA$1,525
740 W. Laconia1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,591
Lynwood Palms1x11BR,1BA$1,599

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Compton, CA

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Compton area is the $2.35 price per square foot 16126 S Ainsworth St Model at 16126 S Ainsworth St, Unit Front B in the in the Harbor Gateway neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Compton apartment is the 3bed Model at 10003-10007 Grape St starting at $2,245 with a $1.88 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.
16126 S Ainsworth St, Unit Front B16126 S Ainsworth St3BR,2.5BA$2.35
10003-10007 Grape St3bed3BR,1BA$1.88
Maya Town HomesMaya Town Homes -33BR,1.5BA$1.63
San Marcos Village ApartmentsThe Balboa1BR,1BA$1.93
Harbor City Lights Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$2.17
4300 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Unit B4300 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd2BR,1BA$2.33
Evergreen ApartmentsTwo Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.12
808 E Pine St, Unit 7808 E Pine St1BR,1BA$2.00
712 1/2 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Unit # 712 1/2712 1/2 W Redondo Beach Blvd1BR,1BA$2.38
Windmill Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath1BR,1BA$2.26

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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.

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Getting Around Compton, CA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 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 Compton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Compton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Compton is at 6410 N Paramount Blvd listed at $1,150.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Compton Apartment is $1,400 at 9318 Victoria Ave.

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 $1,800 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 $1,869.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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