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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Compton Neighborhood of Compton, CA from $800 (3 Rentals)
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Downtown Compton, Compton, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Compton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Compton Studio Apartments | $1,845 | $1,845 | $1,845 |
| Downtown Compton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $832 | $2,208 |
| Downtown Compton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $2,095 | $2,720 |
| Downtown Compton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,753 | $2,462 | $3,528 |
| Downtown Compton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,684 | $2,684 | $2,684 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Compton, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Compton area is the $2.67 price per square foot CLICK HERE >>MODERN STYLE 2 BR Apartment- 1 MON... Model at the HIVE @ Ackerfield (5565 Ackerfield) in the in the Lakewood Village neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Downtown Compton apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Richfield Apartments starting at $2,100 with a $2.51 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| the HIVE @ Ackerfield (5565 Ackerfield) | CLICK HERE >>MODERN STYLE 2 BR Apartment- 1 MON... | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Richfield Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Jasmine Garden Apartments | 3 x 1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.07 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | 21A | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Indiana Avenue Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 1515 Rosecrans Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Town Center Terrace | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| The Drew at Southbay | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| The Hive @ Market | LAVENDER STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $3.88 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Compton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Compton?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Compton is Indiana Avenue Apartments which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Downtown Compton costs $2,684.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Compton?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16 regular apartments in Downtown Compton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Compton?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Compton have an average cost of $1,749 which is $935 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Compton.
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