
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Los Angeles, CA Under $1,200 (200 Rentals)


1186 W 37th Pl

1476 W 35th St

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1360 W 35th Student Housing

1223 W 37th Dr
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Heritage 2353

Orion 668

135 N New Hampshire Ave

Manchester Senior Housing

3430 Walton Ave

1419 W 35th St

2600 S Catalina St

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ML Shepard Manor (55+ Community)

807 S Flower St
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624 Hilgard Ave

Hollywood Arts Collective

1302 Helen Dr

1447 E 25th St

866 N Edgemont St

866 N Edgemont St

1336 S Catalina St

2815 1st St

1722 Toberman St

2635 Hauser Blvd
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505 S Bonnie Brae St

950 S Harvard Blvd

6050 S Western Ave

625 N New Hampshire Ave

1528 1/2 W 36th Pl

15708 Rayen St

116 Witmer St

959 S Ardmore Ave

540 Normandie Ave

1901 W 6th St
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2539 S Burnside Ave

1530 W 37th St -- Housing near USC/Ktown

1587 W 35th St

The Pegasus

1366 West 35th St

1181 Rolland Curtis Pl

3001 Van Buren Pl

1314 W 35th Pl- Housing near USC

2642 Brighton Ave

1377 W 36th Pl
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Los Angeles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Studio Apartments | $2,137 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Los Angeles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,704 | $645 | $10,000+ |
| Los Angeles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,533 | $676 | $10,000+ |
| Los Angeles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,920 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Los Angeles 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,222 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Los Angeles 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,145 | $880 | $10,000+ |
| Los Angeles 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,771 | $818 | $10,000+ |
| Los Angeles 7 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $875 | $9,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Los Angeles Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Los Angeles with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Los Angeles is at 501 Broadway listed at $587.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Los Angeles Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Los Angeles is $2,704.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Los Angeles Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Los Angeles is a 2,038 square feet unit starting from $4,999 at Fusion Hollywood.
What is the average size for Los Angeles 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Los Angeles is currently 865 sq ft.
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Los Angeles is a vast and vibrant city where modernity meets more than a century of fascinating history, in addition to being a global bastion for the entertainment industry and the arts.

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