
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA (988 Rentals)


1231 S Duncan Ave

Fetterly

1117 Amalia Ave

4326 Hammel St

1419 S Woods Ave

6121 E Olympic Blvd

5819 Montebello Park Way

5415 Hubbard St

721 School Ave
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332 S Arizona Ave

742 Clela Ave

723 S Arizona Ave

5817 E Olympic Blvd

6400 E Olympic Blvd

Simmons Apartments

5536 Via Corona St

6152 Dennison St

4316-4316 1/2 E Cesar E Chavez Ave

4336-4338 E Cesar E Chavez Ave
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4344 E Cesar E Chavez Ave

4318-4320 E Cesar E Chavez Ave

4334 E Cesar E Chavez Ave

1300 S Arizona Ave

717 S McDonnell Ave

1108 S Woods Ave

6135 Northside Dr

1134 S Vancouver Ave

6149 Allston St

545 Eastmont Ave
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1024-1028 S Woods Ave

1212 Amalia Ave

Kernwood Terrace

Luxe 1801

Emerald Hills

Step Designer Lofts

Somerset Apartments

Wyvernwood

Park Victoria Apartments

1638 N Soto St
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Tierra Del Sol

Garvey West Apartments

1126 Cornwell St

4252 Whittier Blvd.- SIOF

4717-4727 Gambier/4716-4726 Butterfly

2025 New Jersey Street

College Manor

RiverSoto Apartments LLC

Eastern Manor

Chelsea/Soto
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East Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Los Angeles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Los Angeles Studio Apartments | $1,429 | $1,050 | $2,349 |
East Los Angeles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $880 | $2,595 |
| East Los Angeles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,369 | $1,920 | $2,995 |
| East Los Angeles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,390 | $2,800 | $4,495 |
| East Los Angeles 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $695 | $3,795 |
| East Los Angeles 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,996 | $3,996 | $3,996 |
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Largest Available East Los Angeles 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in East Los Angeles, CA is found at 4717-4727 Gambier/4716-4726 Butterfly in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 980 square feet priced from $1,595. Emerald Hills in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 800 square feet and currently listed start at $2,138. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in East Los Angeles:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4717-4727 Gambier/4716-4726 Butterfly | 1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom. 0 Half | 980 Sq Ft | $1,595 |
| Emerald Hills | 1x1 | 800 Sq Ft | $2,138 |
| 1126 Cornwell St | 1E (1 Bedroom) | 775 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Huntington Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $1,870 |
| 920 Spence Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 750 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
| Luxe 1801 | 1+1 L 700 Sf. | 700 Sq Ft | $2,222 |
| 4th St Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 700 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| Park Victoria Apartments | 692 Sq Ft | $1,875 | |
| Somerset Apartments | 11A | 675 Sq Ft | $2,355 |
| Tierra Del Sol | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Upgraded | 625 Sq Ft | $2,205 |
Cheapest Available East Los Angeles 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 19, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in East Los Angeles, CA is the Junior 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,425 at 4th St Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable East Los Angeles 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Chelsea/Soto starting at $1,485 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in East Los Angeles is currently $1,903. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in East Los Angeles:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 4th St Apartments | Junior 1 Bedroom | $1,425 |
| Chelsea/Soto | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,485 |
| 4252 Whittier Blvd.- SIOF | 1 Bedroom | $1,545 |
| Wyvernwood | 1x1 | $1,550 |
| Woodbridge Village Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | $1,575 |
| 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd | One Bedroom | $1,581 |
| 4717-4727 Gambier/4716-4726 Butterfly | 1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom. 0 Half | $1,595 |
| 2225 Michigan Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,600 |
| 1273 S. Woods Ave. LLC. | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,685 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom East Los Angeles Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in East Los Angeles with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in East Los Angeles is at 4th St Apartments listed at $1,425.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom East Los Angeles Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in East Los Angeles is $1,903.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom East Los Angeles Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in East Los Angeles is a 980 square feet unit starting from $1,595 at 4717-4727 Gambier/4716-4726 Butterfly.
What is the average size for East Los Angeles 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in East Los Angeles is currently 773 sq ft.
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