Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Glendale Neighborhood of Glendale, CA from $1,100 (33 Rentals)

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Villa Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Apartments

427 N Adams StGlendale, CA 91206
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243-245 N Adams St
Studio Apartments

243-245 N Adams St

243-245 N Adams StGlendale, CA 91206
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Ace 121 Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ace 121 Apartments

121 N Kenwood StGlendale, CA 91206
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719 Orange Grove Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

719 Orange Grove Ave

719 Orange Grove AveGlendale, CA 91205
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228 S Kenwood St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

228 S Kenwood St

228 S Kenwood StGlendale, CA 91205
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339 N Howard St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

339 N Howard St

339 N Howard StGlendale, CA 91206

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511 N Central Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

511 N Central Ave

511 N Central AveGlendale, CA 91203
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Jackson Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jackson Apartments

303 N Jackson StGlendale, CA 91206
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407-409 W Lexington Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

407-409 W Lexington Dr

407-409 W Lexington DrGlendale, CA 91203
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Kenwood Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kenwood Arms

404 E Harvard StGlendale, CA 91205
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Pioneer Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pioneer Villas

370 W Pioneer DrGlendale, CA 91203
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109 N Adams St
2 Bedroom Apartments

109 N Adams St

109 N Adams StGlendale, CA 91206
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321 N Cedar St
2 Bedroom Apartments

321 N Cedar St

321 N Cedar StGlendale, CA 91206
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330 W Doran St
2 Bedroom Apartments

330 W Doran St

330 W Doran StGlendale, CA 91203
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Kenwood Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kenwood Village

311-315 N Kenwood StGlendale, CA 91206
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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525 N Kenwood StGlendale, CA 91206
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372 W Doran St
1 Bedroom Apartments

372 W Doran St

372 W Doran StGlendale, CA 91203
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221 N. Cedar Street
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

221 N. Cedar Street

221 N Cedar StGlendale, CA 91206
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537 N Kenwood St
2 Bedroom Apartments

537 N Kenwood St

537 N Kenwood StGlendale, CA 91206

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Fulton House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fulton House

404-414 Myrtle StGlendale, CA 91203
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Downtown Glendale, Glendale, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Glendale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Glendale area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Charming Studio in The Heart Of Glendale priced from $1,350. Glendale's Hidden Little Gem! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Downtown Glendale apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Charming Studio in The Heart Of Glendale0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,350
Glendale's Hidden Little Gem!0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,650
The Arts0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,700
211 North Isabel1x11BR,1BA$1,795
The BrandResidence S1Studio,1BA$1,832
bel1441BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,900
EleveStudioStudio,1BA$2,067
Next on LexS3Studio,1BA$2,271
800 Orange Grove Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Glendale, CA

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Glendale area is the $3.52 price per square foot B - 3 B 2B Model at Doran Residences LLC in the in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $4,150. The second greatest value Downtown Glendale apartment is the 2 bedroom + 2 bath Model at Broadway Glendale by Wiseman starting at $3,595 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Glendale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Doran Residences LLCB - 3 B 2B3BR,2BA$3.52
Broadway Glendale by Wiseman2 bedroom + 2 bath2BR,2BA$3.09
416 on BroadwayG2A.12BR,2BA$3.30
720 Louise Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.63
The BrandResidence ATH31BR,1BA$3.54
800 Orange Grove Avenue2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.29
bel1441BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.36
715 N Jackson St, Unit B715 N Jackson St2BR,1BA$3.33
Next on LexS3Studio ,1BA$3.66
Charming Studio in The Heart Of Glendale0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.38

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California, including Glendale. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Downtown Glendale Neighborhood in Glendale, CA

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

61 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Glendale Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Glendale?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Glendale is under $2,350.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Glendale?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Glendale is 211 North Isabel which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Downtown Glendale costs $4,861.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Glendale?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 35 regular apartments in Downtown Glendale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Glendale?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Glendale have an average cost of $762 which is $4,099 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Glendale.

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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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