Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City West Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $500 (87 Rentals)

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King Edward
Studio Apartments

King Edward

121 E 5th StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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1511 W 4th
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1511 W 4th

1511 W 4th StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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Hotel Alexandria
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hotel Alexandria

501-517 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Bristol Apartments
Studio Apartments

Bristol Apartments

423 W 8th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Bonnie Brae Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bonnie Brae Village

208 S Bonnie Brae StLos Angeles, CA 90057
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1329 W. 5th St.
Studio Apartments

1329 W. 5th St.

1329 W 5th StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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265 Columbia Ave
Studio Apartments

265 Columbia Ave

265 Columbia AveLos Angeles, CA 90026

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Regal Lofts
Studio Apartments

Regal Lofts

939 Valencia StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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Maryland
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Maryland

1318 Maryland StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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City West, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available City West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the City West area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 807 S Flower St priced from $645. Beautiful Dormitory Style Housing Available has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable City West apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
807 S Flower St1B/1B1BR,1BA$645
Beautiful Dormitory Style Housing Available0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$750
Hotel AlexandriaAlexandria Apartments 35%Studio,1BA$849
Wicklow CommonStudio1BR,1BA$1,000
Westland @ ReginaStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
The President ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BA$1,195
The Eleanor Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,215
San Lucas Apartments Age 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in City West, CA

As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the City West 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 City West 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 City West 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
800 New Depot St, Unit 1800 New Depot St3BR,2BA$2.20
The Mercantile Lofts1 Bedroom Loft - Plan 31BR,1BA$1.84
a8132BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.81
City LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.95
HB0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.13
Randolph Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.21
807 S Flower St1B/1B1BR,1BA$0.81
Wicklow CommonStudioStudio ,1BA$1.74

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
City West, Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #25

Among neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including City West, 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 outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the City West Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

90 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City West Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in City West?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in City West is at Beautiful Dormitory Style Housing Available listed at $750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City West Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City West Apartment is $645 at 807 S Flower St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom City West Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in City West is starting from $1,988 at San Lucas Apartments Age 62+.

What is the most affordable City West Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap City West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Jaide Lofts and starts from $2,750.

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