
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Compton Neighborhood of Compton, CA from $800 (59 Rentals)
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1008 N Burris Ave

201 S Willow Ave

1709 E Saunders St

1317 E Alondra Blvd

1415 E Alondra Blvd

Compton

307-309 W Magnolia St

701 S Willowbrook Ave

805 N Willowbrook Ave
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202 W Indigo St

1515 E Rosecrans Ave

216 E Caldwell St

806 N Willowbrook Ave

Culver Apartments

4821 E Compton Blvd

1221 S Atlantic Dr

1310-1320 S Temple Ave

1316 S Atlantic Dr

411 N Spring Ave
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715 S Bullis Rd

East Rancho Apartments

411 N Chester

14921 S Cookacre St

220-222 N Rose Ave

211-215 N Willow Ave

Rose Apartments

413 S Acacia Ave

801 N Tamarind Ave

1109 N Mulberry Ave
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134 E Cypress St

912 N Culver Ave

100 E Myrrh St

310 W Magnolia St

2201 E Compton Blvd

4810 E Compton Blvd

711-713 S. Bullis Rd

15412 S Atlantic Ave

3920 E Alondra Blvd

The Metro at Compton Senior Apartments
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Seasons

Kon-tiki Apartments

2327 E Myrrh St

110 E Cedar St

Atlantic Apartments

1513 E Kay St

2104 E Compton Blvd

14719 S White Ave

14640 S Atlantic

The Compton Gardens Apartment Homes
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Compton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,725 | $1,725 | $1,725 |
| Downtown Compton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
| Downtown Compton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,016 | $2,550 | $3,300 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Compton Neighborhood of Compton, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Compton, CA
As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Compton area is the $2.32 price per square foot 212 N Santa Fe Ave Model at 212 N Santa Fe Ave, Unit D in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Downtown Compton apartment is the 1214 S Temple Ave Model at 1214 S Temple Ave, Unit 2 starting at $3,200 with a $3.56 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 212 N Santa Fe Ave, Unit D | 212 N Santa Fe Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 1214 S Temple Ave, Unit 2 | 1214 S Temple Ave | 3BR,1BA | $3.56 |
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