
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Fullerton Neighborhood of Fullerton, CA from $800 (42 Rentals)
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Kimberly Arms

318 W Valencia Dr

631 W Commonwealth Ave

321 E Amerige Ave

524 W Wilshire Ave

439 Malvern Ave

219 N Richman Ave
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534-544 W Amerige Ave

Soco Walk

The Williamson Apartments

358-370 W Truslow Ave

513 W Wilshire Ave

645 N Pomona Ave

441-445 E Commonwealth Ave

448 W Valencia Dr
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137 S Princeton Ave

425 W Valencia Dr

124 W Truslow Ave

145 S Princeton Ave

609 W Commonwealth Ave

525 W Amerige Ave

326-328 N Balcom Ave

313 W Valencia Dr
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701 E Santa Fe Ave

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AmpliFi

Pinnacle at Fullerton

Malden Station by Windsor

Wilshire Promenade

424 E Truslow Ave
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Ventana

Compass Rose

Richman Court

220 W Truslow Ave

200 W. Union Avenue

The Highlander Apartments

118 Union Avenue

Sandlewood Apartments
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508-514 Williamson Ave

320 N Pomona Ave
Downtown Fullerton, Fullerton, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Fullerton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Fullerton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,139 | $1,900 | $2,300 |
| Downtown Fullerton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,599 | $2,378 | $2,941 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Fullerton Neighborhood of Fullerton, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Fullerton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Fullerton area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kashmir Apartments priced from $2,095. Kimberly Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here are the most affordable Downtown Fullerton apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kashmir Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Kimberly Arms | 354011bx | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| AmpliFi | S1-BOND | Studio,1BA | $2,353 |
| Pinnacle at Fullerton | Gillespie | Studio,1BA | $2,369 |
| 524 Williamson | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,378 |
| Malden Station by Windsor | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Wilshire Promenade | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,529 |
| 437-443 W Valencia Dr | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fullerton, CA
As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Fullerton area is the $2.77 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at 437-443 W Valencia Dr in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Downtown Fullerton apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Kashmir Apartments starting at $2,571 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Fullerton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 437-443 W Valencia Dr | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.77 |
| Kashmir Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| 524 Williamson | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Pinnacle at Fullerton | Coltrane | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Wilshire Promenade | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Kimberly Arms | 354011ax | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Malden Station by Windsor | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| AmpliFi | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Fullerton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Fullerton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Fullerton Apartment is $2,095 at Kashmir Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Fullerton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Fullerton is starting from $2,378 at 524 Williamson.
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