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5030 Santa Ana
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5030 Santa Ana

5030 Santa AnaCudahy, CA 90201
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4407 Live Oak St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4407 Live Oak St

4407 Live Oak StCudahy, CA 90201

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6417 Gifford Ave

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$1,920 - $3,375
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11942-11952 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90242
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2667 E 57th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2667 E 57th St

2667 E 57th StHuntington Park, CA 90255
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3530 E 61st Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3530 E 61st Pl

3530 E 61st PlHuntington Park, CA 90255
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7029 Stafford Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7029 Stafford Ave

7029 Stafford AveHuntington Park, CA 90255
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6729 Malabar St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6729 Malabar St

6729 Malabar StHuntington Park, CA 90255
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6419 Templeton St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6419 Templeton St

6419 Templeton StHuntington Park, CA 90255
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8982 State St
2 Bedroom Apartments

8982 State St

8982 State StSouth Gate, CA 90280

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9318 Victoria Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

9318 Victoria Ave

9318 Victoria AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8905 Tope Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8905 Tope Ave

8905 Tope AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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Fountain Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Fountain Apartments

4612 Florence AveBell, CA 90201
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River Road
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River Road

11833 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90241
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3546 E 52Nd St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3546 E 52Nd St

3546 E 52nd StMaywood, CA 90270
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7395 Emily Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7395 Emily Ln

7395 Emily LnDowney, CA 90242
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6331 Templeton St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6331 Templeton St

6331 Templeton StHuntington Park, CA 90255

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Cheapest Available Cudahy Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cudahy, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,447. Palm Gate Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,545. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cudahy apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,447
Palm Gate ApartmentsModel 0Studio,1BA$1,545
9301 Atlantic Ave1bed-1bath1BR,1BA$1,604
Alethea Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,699
7129-7135 Stafford Aveone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
6346-8 Malabar St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,775
11502-11506 Adco Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,825
Newton Apartments1 BED/ 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cudahy, CA

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cudahy area is the $2.19 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at 4704 Florence Avenue in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Cudahy apartment is the 2 Bed Model at 5017 Clara St starting at $2,795 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cudahy apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4704 Florence Avenue4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$2.19
5017 Clara St2 Bed2BR,2.5BA$1.86
Downey Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.43
Alethea Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.35
2410 1/2 Hope St, Unit 2410.52410 1/2 Hope St1BR,1BA$2.24
Maywood ApartmentTwo Bedrooms2BR,1BA$2.57
11502-11506 Adco Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.43
6346-8 Malabar St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.54
Palm Gate ApartmentsModel 0Studio ,1BA$2.55
5645 Fostoria St, Unit Studio Fostoria5645 Fostoria StStudio ,1BA$2.55

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Cudahy Overview

Part of the Gateway Cities portion of greater Los Angeles County, Cudahy is a charming small city that remains big on heart. Acting as home to just around 23,000 people, this California locale is an idyllic option for anyone considering a move to the west coast.

Why live in Cudahy, CA?

Offering plenty of amenities and a small town ambiance in the midst of greater Los Angeles convenience, life in a Cudahy apartment is a fantastic way to experience all that California has to offer. From local schools that consistently make the grade to an abundance of local parks and shopping options, apartments for rent in Cudahy remain popular with west coast residents for good cause.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cudahy Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cudahy?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cudahy is at Palm Gate Apartments listed at $1,545.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cudahy Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cudahy Apartment is $1,447 at Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cudahy Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cudahy is starting from $1,995 at Maywood Apartment.

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