
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City East Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $300 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central City East area of Los Angeles.


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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 | $2,320 | $800 | $4,437 |
| Central City East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,972 | $1,260 | $8,090 |
| Central City East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,108 | $2,206 | $10,000+ |
| Central City East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,553 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Central City East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,750 | $2,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central City East Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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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 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City East area is the $1.26 price per square foot Mezzanine Model at Santa Fe Lofts in the in the City West neighborhood starting from $2,804. The second greatest value Central City East apartment is the 621 S Broadway Model at 621 S Broadway, Unit 3 starting at $2,950 with a $1.34 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Lofts | Mezzanine | Studio ,1BA | $1.26 |
| 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 |
| Rosslyn Lofts Apartments | Loft K | Studio ,1BA | $1.64 |
| Close to everything, far from the ordinary | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Hellman Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
| City Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral City East, Los Angeles, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
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
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central City East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central City East?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central City East is at Alexandria Apartments listed at $927.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City East Apartment is $1,600 at Alexandria Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central City East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City East is starting from $2,206 at The Broadway Lofts.
What is the most affordable Central City East Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central City East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Randolph Lofts and starts from $2,920.
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