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ML Shepard Manor (55+ Community)

Maya Town Homes
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13108 S Vermont Ave, Unit Apt 10

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2519 E. Monroe St.
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13812 S Avalon Blvd

120 W Mountain View St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Compton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Compton Studio Apartments | $1,558 | $1,395 | $1,745 |
Cheap Compton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,987 | $832 | $2,999 |
Cheap Compton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,597 | $1,795 | $3,749 |
Cheap Compton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,833 | $1,869 | $4,500 |
Cheap Compton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,765 | $1,317 | $3,800 |
Compton 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,700 | $3,700 | $3,700 |
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Cheapest Available Compton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Compton, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Maya Town Homes in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,211. The Ray Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,524. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Compton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Maya Town Homes | Maya Town Homes-4 | 4BR,2BA | $1,211 |
The Ray Apartments | Studio - Plan B | Studio,1BA | $1,524 |
Rose Pointe Orizaba | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
13605 S. Vermont Avenue | One Bedroom + One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Windmill Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Magnolia Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
5501 Orange Ave | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Compton, CA
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Compton area is the $2.17 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at 1515 Rosecrans Ave in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Compton apartment is the Maya Town Homes -3 Model at Maya Town Homes starting at $1,869 with a $1.63 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1515 Rosecrans Ave | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.17 |
Maya Town Homes | Maya Town Homes -3 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
750 Redondo Beach Blvd | Two Bedroom \ Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
San Marcos Village Apartments | The Balboa | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
4300 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Unit B | 4300 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Evergreen Apartments | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Rose Pointe Orizaba | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
Windmill Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
3330 Sequoia Dr, Unit B | 3330 Sequoia Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
Indiana Avenue Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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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 The Ray Apartments listed at $1,524.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Compton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Compton Apartment is $1,650 at Rose Pointe Orizaba.
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.
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