
Apartments for Rent in Compton, CA Under $1,200 (18 Rentals)


New Wilmington Arms Apartments

Avalon

ML Shepard Manor (55+ Community)

938 E Franke St

329 E 116th Pl
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133 E 140th St

15334 Orizaba Ave

6410 N Paramount Blvd

Villager Apartments

Richfield Terrace

9318 Victoria Ave
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Linden Garden Apartments

Grisham Community Housing

12636 S Figueroa St

10720 Long Beach Blvd

Las Palmas

7042 Somerset Blvd
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Compton, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Compton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compton Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,630 | $1,000 | $3,400 |
| Compton 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,074 | $832 | $3,399 |
| Compton 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,556 | $1,750 | $3,799 |
| Compton 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,933 | $2,100 | $3,900 |
| Compton 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,919 | $1,317 | $3,900 |
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Compton, CAPopulation: 96,617
Ranked #327
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Compton
How much are Studio apartments in Compton?
There are currently 378 Studio Apartments in Compton with rent ranges from $1,000 to $3,400 with an average price of $1,630.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Compton Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Compton ranges from $832 to $3,399 with an average monthly rent of $2,074.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Compton cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Compton range from $1,750 to $3,799. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,556.
How expensive are Compton Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 335 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Compton on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,100 to $3,900 - averaging $2,933 for the location.
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