
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA (373 Rentals)


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5137 Union Pacific Ave

1117 Amalia Ave

723 S Gerhart Ave

717 S McDonnell Ave

4307-4309 Dozier St

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926 S Ford Blvd

4322-4322 1/2 E Cesar E Chavez Ave
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Emerald Hills

River Gate Townhomes

Wyvernwood Garden Apartments

Sereno Hills

Fashion Park

2022 E 2nd St

Esmeralda

1305 Masser Pl, Unit 3

4253 Raynol St, Unit 4253 Raynol St.

1163 N Ditman Ave, Unit A
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2635 Dobinson St, Unit 101

714 Fraser Ave, Unit 716

1919 East 4th Street, Unit #1

3835 Whittier Blvd, Unit 4

2635 Dobinson St

1423 Edgewood Dr

2554 Eastlake Ave

5306 S Huntington Dr

216 S. St. Louis St

608 Via Altamira
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Highland Springs (Lincoln Park)

The Victoria

1248 S Greenwood Ave

121 W Roosevelt Ave

2446 Cincinnati St

1220 N Evergreen Ave

3536 E 52nd St

4420-4426 E 54th St

2517 Boulder St

2440 Wabash Ave
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819 S Greenwood Ave

2028 Pennsylvania Ave

2730 W Ramona Rd

1822 Bridge St

537 S Lorena St

Manitou Apartments

Daly Street Apartments

968 W Garvey Ave

1240 S Spruce St

Montecito Walk
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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 | $1,357 | $958 | $1,950 |
| East Los Angeles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $950 | $2,500 |
| East Los Angeles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,383 | $1,051 | $3,295 |
East Los Angeles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,008 | $1,901 | $4,600 |
| East Los Angeles 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,451 | $2,108 | $4,195 |
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Largest Available East Los Angeles 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in East Los Angeles, CA is found at River Gate Townhomes in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 1,635 square feet priced from $3,850. 2022 E 2nd St has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,000 square feet and currently listed start at $2,845. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in East Los Angeles:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Gate Townhomes | 33C | 1,635 Sq Ft | $3,850 |
| 2022 E 2nd St | 2 | 1,000 Sq Ft | $2,845 |
| Esmeralda | 3BR/1.0BA | 800 Sq Ft | $2,521 |
Cheapest Available East Los Angeles 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 08, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in East Los Angeles, CA is the 3BR/1.0BA Model starting from $2,521 at Esmeralda in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable East Los Angeles 3 Bedroom is the 2 Model at 2022 E 2nd St starting at $2,845 in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in East Los Angeles is currently $3,008. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in East Los Angeles:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Esmeralda | 3BR/1.0BA | $2,521 |
| 2022 E 2nd St | 2 | $2,845 |
| River Gate Townhomes | 33C | $3,850 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom East Los Angeles Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in East Los Angeles with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in East Los Angeles is at Esmeralda listed at $2,521.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom East Los Angeles Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in East Los Angeles is $3,008.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom East Los Angeles Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in East Los Angeles is a 1,635 square feet unit starting from $3,850 at River Gate Townhomes.
What is the average size for East Los Angeles 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in East Los Angeles is currently 1,175 sq ft.
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