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Alexandria Apartments
501-517 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City East Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $300 (21 Rentals)
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255 S Hill St
Los AngelesCA90012
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Marley Lofts
548 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Mikado Little Tokyo
331 E 1st StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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121 E 6th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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255 Grand
255 S Grand AveLos Angeles, CA 90012
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The Lofts at the Security Building Apartments
510 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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756 S BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90014
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215 W 6th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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610 S Main StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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117 Winston StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Grether & Grether Loft Building
730 S Los Angeles StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Central City East, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central City East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City East Studio Apartments | $2,306 | $800 | $4,437 |
| Central City East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,961 | $1,260 | $8,090 |
| Central City East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,111 | $2,206 | $10,000+ |
| Central City East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,647 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Central City East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,750 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Available Central City East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City East area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Alexandria Apartments priced from $927. Broadway Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,119. Here are the most affordable Central City East apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Apartments | Alexandria Apartments 35% | Studio,1BA | $927 |
| Broadway Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,119 |
| Marley Lofts | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,394 |
| Mikado Little Tokyo | Micro Units | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Union Lofts | The Title | Studio,1BA | $1,579 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City East, CA
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City East area is the $1.34 price per square foot 621 S Broadway Model at 621 S Broadway, Unit 3 in the in the City West neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Central City East apartment is the 3 Beds 1 Bath Model at Spring Tower Lofts starting at $3,800 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the City West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 621 S Broadway, Unit 3 | 621 S Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Spring Tower Lofts | 3 Beds 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Pacific Electric Lofts | Studio Bed 1 Bath (ph) | Studio ,1BA | $2.31 |
| The Walnut Building | Modern Loft Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
| Ames Lofts | 1 Bed 2 Bath | 1BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Close to everything, far from the ordinary | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Rosslyn Lofts Apartments | Loft G | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
| Tailor Lofts | 1 bedroom / 1 bath Plans H-J | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Hellman Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
| City Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
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This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Central City East, Los Angeles, and the greater Los Angeles area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Central City East Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
99 / 100
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World-class public transportation
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central City East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central City East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central City East is under $1,691.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central City East?
The cheapest apartment in Central City East is Alexandria Apartments which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Central City East costs $6,774.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central City East?
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 22 regular apartments in Central City East 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 Central City East?
Cheap apartments in Central City East have an average cost of $109 which is $6,665 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central City East.
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