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The Sinclair LA
Studio Apartments

The Sinclair LA

2208 W 8th StLos Angeles, CA 90057
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5100 W Washington Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5100 W Washington Blvd

5100 W Washington BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90016
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1444 W. 28th St
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1444 W. 28th St

1444 W 28th StLos Angeles, CA 90007
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8123 Sepulveda Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8123 Sepulveda Blvd

8123 Sepulveda BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90045
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Hansen Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hansen Village

11821 Foothill BlvdLos Angeles, CA 91342
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1220 S Olive St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1220 S Olive St

1220 S Olive StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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Sir Francis Drake Villa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sir Francis Drake Villa

841 S Serrano AveLos Angeles, CA 90005
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The Piccadilly
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Piccadilly

682 Irolo StLos Angeles, CA 90005
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Coronel Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coronel Village

935 S Boyle AveLos Angeles, CA 90023
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5047 Franklin Ave
Studio Apartments

5047 Franklin Ave

5047 Franklin AveLos Angeles, CA 90027
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The Barclay Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Barclay Apartments

706 S Normandie AveLos Angeles, CA 90005
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1916 Crenshaw Blvd
Studio Apartments

1916 Crenshaw Blvd

1916 Crenshaw BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90016
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Walk Score®

83 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

63 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Los Angeles Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Los Angeles?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Los Angeles is under $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Los Angeles?

The cheapest apartment in Los Angeles is 807 S Flower St which is listed at $645, while the average apartment in Los Angeles costs $4,652.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Los Angeles?

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 4,199 regular apartments in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

Cheap apartments in Los Angeles have an average cost of $718 which is $3,934 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Los Angeles.

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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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA

Written by: Rachel Presser

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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.