Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Compton Neighborhood of Compton, CA from $800 (119 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Compton area of Compton.
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Downtown Compton, Compton, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Compton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Compton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
Downtown Compton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
Downtown Compton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,795 | $2,795 | $2,795 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 119 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Compton Neighborhood of Compton, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Compton Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1515 Rosecrans Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Compton, CA
As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Compton area is the $2.82 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 1515 Rosecrans Ave in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Downtown Compton apartment is the 6538 San Vincente St Model at 6538 San Vincente St, Unit 6538 starting at $3,200 with a $4.94 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown 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 | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
6538 San Vincente St, Unit 6538 | 6538 San Vincente St | 2BR,1BA | $4.94 |
Getting Around the Downtown Compton Neighborhood in Compton, CA
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
64 / 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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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