
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Central City East Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA (41 Rentals)
Apartments in the Central City East area of Los Angeles with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Josephine DTLA

Sentral DTLA

AVA Arts District

The Grand by Gehry

825 South Hill

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Aliso

Marley Lofts
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Topaz Apartments

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mResidences Olympic & Olive

AVA Little Tokyo

Broadway Palace

Thurman Lofts

The Mercantile Lofts

The Broadway Lofts

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Garey Building
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Premiere Towers

The Emerson

Blackstone Apartments

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Museum Tower

HW Hellman Building

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Trademark

Randolph Lofts

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255 Grand
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Park Fifth

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8th and Grand

Arrive Wakaba

Roosevelt Lofts

Olympic + Hill

Spring Arcade Building

Jewelry Trades Building

Chester Williams Building
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One Santa Fe

107 Hewitt

725-729 S Spring St

Hikari

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Amp Lofts

Pegasus

The Walnut Building

738 S Los Angeles St, Unit 507, Unit 507
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108 W 2nd St, Unit #212, Unit #212
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 | $2,289 | $795 | $5,000 |
| Central City East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,770 | $1,260 | $6,131 |
| Central City East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,007 | $2,206 | $10,000+ |
| Central City East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,724 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Central City East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $16,400 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
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Top Los Angeles Apartments in the Central City East Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 04-13-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Central City East, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Aliso
Up to 4 Weeks Free + Save $1,000 on Base Rent!* *Min Term Reqd. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 04-12-2026
255 Grand
Up to 4 Weeks Free Base Rent on Vacant Units! *Base Rent. Min Term Req’d. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 04-12-2026
825 South Hill
Spring Savings are in Season! Schedule a Tour today and discover limited-time savings on your next home. Restrictions apply. See Leasing Office for more information.Expires 04-12-2026
Hikari
Up to 1 month free on select homes! Offer is for new residents only - Transfers excluded. [Offer good thru Apr 25, 2026]Expires 04-12-2026
The Mercantile Lofts
1 Month Free on a 13 Month Lease with Select Units!Expires 04-12-2026
AVA Little Tokyo
* Apply within 24 hours for 1.5 months free! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 04-12-2026
mResidences Olympic & Olive
Up to 2 weeks Free Base Rent! Look and Lease With Us Today! Spin our "Winners Wheel" for a chance to win additional incentives! *Call now for details. Minimum lease term and restrictions apply. Other costs and fees excluded. Offer may change.Expires 04-12-2026
Topaz Apartments
8 weeks free on select units! Ask us about our $1,000 Move in Special! *Restrictions Apply. Please reach out to the Leasing Team for more details.Expires 04-12-2026
Roosevelt Lofts
Lease Today & Receive Up To 10 Weeks Free! Limited Time Offer & Exclusions Apply.Expires 04-12-2026
The Broadway Lofts
1 Month Free Rent Special with a 13 Month Lease on Select Units! Open House Every Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm.Expires 04-12-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Central City East, CA
Specials updated: 04-13-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Central City East, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Premiere Towers
Call for more details!Expires 04-30-2026
Broadway Palace
$1000 OFF ON SELECT UNITSExpires 05-01-2026
Josephine DTLA
Get FREE Parking + Up to 8 Weeks FREE on select units! Tour today and unlock exclusive $1500 Look & Lease Specials.Expires 04-30-2026
Arrive Wakaba
Enjoy up to two months of FREE rent when you make Arrive Wakaba your new home! Offer valid for select units on 12+ month lease terms. Contact a leasing consultant for details and restrictions.Expires 04-13-2026
Amp Lofts
Now Offering $1K Look and Lease. Lofts Starting In The Low Total Monthly Price of $2,000's. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded. Pricing & availability subject to change. *Restrictions apply.Expires 04-13-2026
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral City East, Los Angeles, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Central City East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Central City East?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Central City East is at Pegasus listed at $1,690.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Central City East Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Central City East is $3,859.
What is the largest Rent Specials Central City East Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Central City East is a 4,459 square feet unit starting from $2,695 at Olympic + Hill.
What is the average size for Central City East Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Central City East is currently at 558 sq ft.
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