
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crenshaw Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $800 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Crenshaw area of Los Angeles.


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Crenshaw, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crenshaw?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crenshaw Studio Apartments | $1,837 | $812 | $2,350 |
| Crenshaw 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $929 | $2,850 |
| Crenshaw 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,665 | $929 | $3,437 |
| Crenshaw 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,291 | $2,300 | $3,800 |
| Crenshaw 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,898 | $3,739 | $4,057 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Crenshaw Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available Crenshaw Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crenshaw area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at BALDWIN 04 priced from $1,293. HAP PARTNERS V LLC-4234 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Crenshaw apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BALDWIN 04 | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,293 |
| HAP PARTNERS V LLC-4234 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 5300 Crenshaw | Micro Unit | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| Acclaim at Baldwin | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $1,548 |
| 3845 Potomac Ave | Studio-550 | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Haven on Orange | 1x1 - Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $1,629 |
| Baldwin Hills Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath 60% AMI - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,668 |
| Leimert Park | Legacy | Studio,1BA | $1,680 |
| Coliseum Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crenshaw, CA
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crenshaw area is the $1.94 price per square foot 4776 Don Miguel Dr Model at 4776 Don Miguel Dr, Unit 4776 in the in the Culver Crest neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Crenshaw apartment is the 4269 McClung Dr Model at 4269 McClung Dr, Unit 4269 starting at $3,500 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Windsor Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crenshaw apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4776 Don Miguel Dr, Unit 4776 | 4776 Don Miguel Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| 4269 McClung Dr, Unit 4269 | 4269 McClung Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Gibraltar Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| 4353 Don Tomaso Dr, Unit 18 | 4353 Don Tomaso Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Santa Rosalia | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 3838 Gibraltar Avenue | 3641M110 | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 4046-4052 Coco Avenue | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| The Montville | 1BD/1BT | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Baldwin Hills Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath 60% AMI - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 4117 Palmyra Rd, Unit 3 | 4117 Palmyra Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crenshaw Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Crenshaw?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Crenshaw is under $1,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crenshaw?
The cheapest apartment in Crenshaw is Acclaim at Baldwin which is listed at $1,548, while the average apartment in Crenshaw costs $3,898.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crenshaw?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 25 regular apartments in Crenshaw that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Crenshaw?
Cheap apartments in Crenshaw have an average cost of $1,158 which is $2,740 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crenshaw.
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