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property at 7210 Otis Ave

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7210 Otis Ave

CudahyCA90201
property at 5125 1/2 Clara St

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5125 1/2 Clara St

CudahyCA90201
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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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4302 Elizabeth St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4302 Elizabeth St

4302 Elizabeth StCudahy, CA 90201
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New Orleans
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$1,995 - $3,375
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$1,995 - $3,375
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11942-11952 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90242
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$2,095 - $2,195
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11984 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
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Road

11833 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90241
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3546 E 52Nd St
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3546 E 52Nd St

3546 E 52nd StMaywood, CA 90270
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7395 Emily Ln
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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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10339 California Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10339 California Ave

10339 California AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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Cudahy, CA Local Guide

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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 $1,306. 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$1,306
Palm Gate ApartmentsModel 0Studio,1BA$1,545
9301 Atlantic Ave1bed-1bath1BR,1BA$1,604
Alethea Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,649
2700 Clarendon1/11BR,1BA$1,725
7129-7135 Stafford Aveone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
Chanteclair Apartments1 Bed Apt.1BR,1BA$1,775
Downey West Garden Apartments1and11BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cudahy, CA

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cudahy area is the $1.86 price per square foot 2 Bed Model at 5017 Clara St in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Cudahy apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Downey Pointe Apartments starting at $2,500 with a $2.48 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.
5017 Clara St2 Bed2BR,2.5BA$1.86
Downey Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.48
9829 San Gabriel Ave, Unit South Gate9829 San Gabriel Ave1BR,1BA$2.17
Alethea Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.35
New Orleans2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.88
New Yorker2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.53
11502-11506 Adco Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.40
Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.24
Downey West Garden Apartments1and11BR,1BA$2.60
Palm Gate ApartmentsModel 0Studio ,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 $1,306 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 $1,560 at Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+.

What is the most affordable Cudahy Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cudahy Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 11841 Old River School Rd and starts from $3,195.

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