Cheap Homes for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA from $700 (28 Rentals)

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property at 3403 City Terrace Drive

$1,100

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$1,100

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3403 City Terrace Drive

Los AngelesCA90063

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property at 3436 Hunter St

$1,695 - $3,941

1 To 5 Bedroom Rentals

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3436 Hunter St

Los AngelesCA90023

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property at 2321 Highbury Ave

$1,800

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$1,800

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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2321 Highbury Ave, Unit 55

2321 Highbury Ave
Los AngelesCA90032
property at 1204 S Spruce St

$1,800

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$1,800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1204 S Spruce St

MontebelloCA90640

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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 $1,237. 2705 W Ramona Rd in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. 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$1,237
2705 W Ramona RdStudioStudio,1BA$1,500
Step Designer Studio Community LivingBStudio,1BA$1,545
3141-3143 Wabash Ave3141 Wabash1BR,1BA$1,550
Wyvernwood1x11BR,1BA$1,550
Griffin0 bed, 1 bath - StudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Fashion ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA

As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Los Angeles area is the $2.05 price per square foot 3551 Sabina St Model at 3551 Sabina St, Unit 3551 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value East Los Angeles apartment is the 33D Model at River Gate Townhomes starting at $3,850 with a $2.35 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.
3551 Sabina St, Unit 35513551 Sabina St4BR,3BA$2.05
River Gate Townhomes33D3BR,3BA$2.35
627 Brittania St2 BD x 1BA2BR,1BA$1.81
Taylor Gardens Apartments2 Bed/ 1.75 Bath +Balcony2BR,1.5BA$2.40
Park Victoria Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.39
College Manor2BR/1BTH2BR,1BA$2.41
Ridgewood Apartments2 BR 1 BA2BR,1BA$2.74
4229 Mandalay Dr, Unit rear4229 Mandalay Dr2BR,1BA$2.50
Wyvernwood1x11BR,1BA$2.53
3141-3143 Wabash Ave3141 Wabash1BR,1BA$2.57

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 1817 Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $4,295. There are also 126 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Los Angeles ranging from $750 to $7,500.

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 $750 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,619.

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 $2,300 to $3,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $4,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,295.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.