Cheap Homes for Rent in Central City East Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,700 (30 Rentals)

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property at 430 S Broadway

430 S Broadway

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 312 W 5th St

312 W 5th St

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 312 W 5th St

312 W 5th St

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 312 W 5th St

312 W 5th St

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 267 San Pedro St

267 San Pedro St

Los AngelesCA90012
property at 315 W 5th St

315 W 5th St

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 215 W 7th St

215 W 7th St, Unit 906

215 W 7th St
Los AngelesCA90014
property at 312 W 5th St

312 W 5th St

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 312 W 5th St

312 W 5th St

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 312 W 5th St

312 W 5th St

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 125 4th St

125 4th St

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 901 S Broadway

901 S Broadway

Los AngelesCA90015
property at 460 S Spring St

460 S Spring St

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 312 W 5th St

312 W 5th St

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 420 San Pedro St

420 San Pedro St

Los AngelesCA90013
property at 655 S Hope St

655 S Hope St

Los AngelesCA90017
property at 416 S Spring St

416 S Spring St

Los AngelesCA90013

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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alexandria ApartmentsAlexandria Apartments 35%Studio,1BA$927
Broadway FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$1,119
Marley LoftsStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,394
Mikado Little TokyoMicro UnitsStudio,1BA$1,445
Union LoftsThe TitleStudio,1BA$1,579
Santee CourtSTUDIO (FGHI)Studio,1BA$1,629
The Lofts at the Security Building Apartments01L2Studio,1BA$1,651
The Chapman Flats'04 FlatsStudio,1BA$1,666
Randolph Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,677
San Fernando Building LoftsLOFTA1Studio,1BA$1,691

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City East, CA

As of November 16, 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 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
Pacific Electric LoftsStudio Bed 1 Bath (ph)Studio ,1BA$2.31
The Walnut BuildingModern Loft UnitsStudio ,1BA$2.01
Ames Lofts1 Bed 2 Bath1BR,2BA$1.87
Close to everything, far from the ordinary1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.07
Rosslyn Lofts ApartmentsLoft GStudio ,1BA$1.88
Tailor Lofts1 bedroom / 1 bath Plans H-J1BR,1BA$2.36
Hellman Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.03
City LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.16

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central City East, Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #48

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central City East

What type of rentals are currently available in Central City East?

There are currently 243 Apartments for Rent in Central City East, CA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $15,075. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central City East ranging from $1,729 to $19,990.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central City East?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central City East ranges from $1,729 to $19,990 with an average monthly rent of $6,043.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central City East?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central City East range from $2,750 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,400 to $6,990. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $10,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,750.

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