Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City East Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $300 (24 Rentals)

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King Edward
Studio Apartments

King Edward

121 E 5th StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Ballington Plaza
Studio Apartments

Ballington Plaza

622 Wall StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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553 Ceres Ave
Studio Apartments

553 Ceres Ave

553 Ceres AveLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Bristol Apartments
Studio Apartments

Bristol Apartments

423 W 8th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Union Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Union Lofts

325 W 8th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Jaide Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jaide Lofts

650 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Metro 417
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Metro 417

417 S Hill StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Central City East, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

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 New Genesis Apartments priced from $795. Huntington Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Central City East apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
New Genesis ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$795
Huntington ApartmentsBachelor StudioStudio,1BA$800
Alexandria ApartmentsAlexandria Apartments 35%Studio,1BA$927
Broadway FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$1,119
Mikado Little TokyoMicro UnitsStudio,1BA$1,345

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City East, CA

As of January 09, 2026 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
621 S Broadway, Unit 3621 S Broadway2BR,1BA$1.34
Spring Tower Lofts3 Beds 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.90
The Walnut BuildingModern Loft UnitsStudio ,1BA$2.01
RiverFront live - Work Lofts1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Loft Style1BR,1BA$1.69
Gas Company LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.16
Rosslyn LoftsLoft KStudio ,1BA$1.64
Close to everything, far from the ordinary! Live near it all!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.65
City LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.16
Pacific Electric LoftsStudio Bed 1 Bath (lb)Studio ,1BA$2.30
Jaide LoftsStudio 1Studio ,1BA$2.25

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Central City East, Los Angeles, CA

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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.

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 New Genesis Apartments listed at $795.

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 $1,530 at New Genesis 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 $2,300 at Premiere Towers.

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 Tailor Lofts and starts from $2,950.

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