
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,600 (24 Rentals)
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720 Bartlett St

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La Plaza Village

Grand Plaza Senior Apartments

The Parkline

1220 Innes Ave

Da Vinci

200 Mesnager St
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200 Mesnager St

The Orsini

Skyline Terrace

980 White Knoll Dr

200 Mesnager St

911 W College St

a813

830 Bartlett St.
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701 N. Hill Pl.

900 College St.

636 N HILL PLACE

830 Centennial St

Blossom Plaza

433 Cottage Home St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinatown Studio Apartments | $2,324 | $1,847 | $3,450 |
| Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,715 | $1,700 | $4,795 |
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,717 | $2,290 | $8,295 |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,696 | $2,599 | $6,995 |
| Chinatown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,750 | $5,750 | $5,750 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chinatown Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at a813 priced from $1,675. 828 N Bunker Hill Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| a813 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| 828 N Bunker Hill Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 720 Bartlett St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,753 |
| Grand Plaza Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| The Orsini | Studio 1 Bath 479 Sq. Ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,929 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, CA
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $3.96 price per square foot A-2 Model at The Angeleno in the in the City West neighborhood starting from $4,950. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the L Model at Da Vinci starting at $2,819 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the City West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Angeleno | A-2 | 3BR,3BA | $3.96 |
| Da Vinci | L | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| 920 Everett St. | 3BD x 1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.25 |
| Skyline Terrace | Tivoli | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| The Grand by Gehry | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| 420 1/2 Casanova St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Blossom Plaza | A01 | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| 720 Bartlett St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| 828 N Bunker Hill Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| La Plaza Village | S1a | Studio ,1BA | $3.93 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chinatown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chinatown is at Grand Plaza Senior Apartments listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment is $1,675 at a813.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chinatown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chinatown is starting from $2,399 at Skyline Terrace.
What is the most affordable Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 920 Everett St. and starts from $2,599.
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