
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central City East Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,600 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Central City East area of Los Angeles.


432 S Broadway

430 S Broadway

430 S Broadway

432 S Broadway

312 W 5th St

907 S Broadway
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907 S Broadway

215 W 7th St

125 4th St

901 S Broadway

630W W 6th St

460 S Spring St, Unit 309
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620 Main St

460 S Spring St

215 W 7th St, Unit 906

127 4th St

460 S Spring St

800 W 1st St

312 W 5th St
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315 W 5th St
Central City East, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central City East?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central City East 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,616 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
Central City East 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,990 | $6,990 | $6,990 |
Central City East 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $19,990 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 24 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 Mikado Little Tokyo priced from $1,390. Rosslyn Lofts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Central City East apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mikado Little Tokyo | Micro Units | Studio,1BA | $1,390 |
Rosslyn Lofts Apartments | Loft C | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
The Jeffries | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Marley Lofts | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,707 |
Santee Court | STUDIO (BCDE) | Studio,1BA | $1,737 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City East, CA
As of September 12, 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 |
The Walnut Building | Modern Loft Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
The Mercantile Lofts | 1 Bedroom Loft - Plan 5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Tailor Lofts | Studio/1 Bed 1Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.39 |
Binford Lofts | 106 | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
Close to everything, far from the ordinary | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
City Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
Pacific Electric Lofts | Studio Bed 1 Bath (lb) | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
Gas Company Lofts | Studio Loft | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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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 241 Apartments for Rent in Central City East, CA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $16,125. There are also 88 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central City East ranging from $1,698 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 $1,698 to $19,990 with an average monthly rent of $7,388.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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