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3234 Malabar St

Los AngelesCA90063

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3104 W Ramona Rd

AlhambraCA91803

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East Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Los Angeles Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 2532 DALY STREET in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,150. 405 Soto. in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,433. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Los Angeles apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2532 DALY STREET0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,150
405 Soto.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,433
2707 Pomeroy Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,575
Chelsea/Soto1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,604
Woodbridge Village Apartments 1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,645
1 BED 1 BATH IN LOS ANGELES!!!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,696
Ditman2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,857

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Los Angeles area is the $2.27 price per square foot 2822 Sierra St Model at 2822 Sierra St, Unit 2822 in the in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value East Los Angeles apartment is the 1919 East 4th Street Model at 1919 East 4th Street, Unit #1 starting at $3,300 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Los Angeles apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2822 Sierra St, Unit 28222822 Sierra St5BR,2BA$2.27
1919 East 4th Street, Unit #11919 East 4th Street3BR,2BA$1.94
River Gate Townhomes33A3BR,2.5BA$2.64
744 Hendricks Ave, Unit #1744 Hendricks Ave2BR,1BA$1.43
2716 Via Paseo, Unit 12716 Via Paseo2BR,2BA$2.65
1614 Pleasant Ave, Unit 2041614 Pleasant Ave2BR,2BA$2.68
Emerald Hills2x12BR,1BA$2.25
Huntington Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.57
1023 Tremont St.2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$2.66
031 - Taylor Manor1/11BR,1BA$2.69

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Los Angeles

What type of rentals are currently available in East Los Angeles?

There are currently 1786 Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA with pricing that ranges from $780 to $4,830. There are also 115 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Los Angeles ranging from $950 to $7,260.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Los Angeles?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Los Angeles ranges from $950 to $7,260 with an average monthly rent of $3,620.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Los Angeles?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Los Angeles range from $2,887 to $4,830, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $7,260. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,175.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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