
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arroyo Seco Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $800 (18 Rentals)
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402 N Soto St.

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arroyo Seco?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Seco Studio Apartments | $2,034 | $995 | $3,178 |
| Arroyo Seco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,125 | $1,150 | $6,131 |
| Arroyo Seco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,714 | $2,195 | $10,000+ |
| Arroyo Seco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,767 | $2,600 | $3,000 |
| Arroyo Seco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,450 | $3,300 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Arroyo Seco Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available Arroyo Seco Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arroyo Seco area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at BEAUTIFUL DORMITORY STYLE HOUSING AVAILABLE priced from $995. 402 N Soto St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Arroyo Seco apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEAUTIFUL DORMITORY STYLE HOUSING AVAILABLE | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 402 N Soto St. | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Soto Rose Apartments | Studio 21 | Studio,1BA | $1,187 |
| 405 Soto. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,279 |
| 4th Street Apartments | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arroyo Seco, CA
As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arroyo Seco area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2635 Dobinson St Model at 2635 Dobinson St, Unit 101 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Arroyo Seco apartment is the 1919 East 4th Street Model at 1919 East 4th Street, Unit #1 starting at $3,000 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arroyo Seco apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2635 Dobinson St, Unit 101 | 2635 Dobinson St | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 1919 East 4th Street, Unit #1 | 1919 East 4th Street | 3BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| RiverFront live - Work Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Loft Style | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 2437 Malabar St, Unit A | 2437 Malabar St | 4BR,3BA | $2.20 |
| 2439 Malabar St, Unit 2437.5 | 2439 Malabar St | 4BR,3BA | $2.40 |
| 326 N Breed St, Unit #3 | 326 N Breed St | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 2022 E 2nd St | 2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.85 |
| 2511 Pennsylvania Ave. | 2BD x 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Park Fickett | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 4th Street Apartments | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
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Best Local Schools in Arroyo Seco, Los Angeles, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arroyo Seco Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Arroyo Seco?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Arroyo Seco is under $1,997.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arroyo Seco?
The cheapest apartment in Arroyo Seco is 4th Street Apartments which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Arroyo Seco costs $4,690.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arroyo Seco?
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 2 regular apartments in Arroyo Seco 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 Arroyo Seco?
Cheap apartments in Arroyo Seco have an average cost of $569 which is $4,121 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arroyo Seco.
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