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Park East
200 Mesnager StLos Angeles, CA 90012
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA (108 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown Los Angeles area of Los Angeles with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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$4,950 - $5,995Special Offer
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The Angeleno
1011-1013 Everett StLos Angeles, CA 90026
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$2,756 - $13,983
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Alloy
525 S Santa Fe AveLos Angeles, CA 90013
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$2,459 - $25,607
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THEA at Metropolis
1000 W 8th StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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$2,515 - $23,215
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Circa LA
1200 S Figueroa StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$2,494 - $5,800Special Offer
2 Months Free Get FREE Parking + Up to 8 Weeks FREE on select units!
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Josephine DTLA
801 S Hope StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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$2,029 - $4,389Special Offer
2 Months Free 2 Bedrooms Starting at $2,499 + 2 Months Free + Free Parking. Conditions Apply.
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The Orsini
550 N Figueroa StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$1,744 - $6,987Special Offer
Specials 2-12 Weeks Free. Pricing inclusive of specials. Call us today for more details. Terms and conditions apply.
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Sentral DTLA
755 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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$1,599 - $6,182Special Offer
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Inspire Echo Park
355 Glendale BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90026
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$1,950 - $5,862Special Offer
Specials 1). 16 Weeks Free on selected units Move in by 5/31/2026. Other restrictions apply. Expires May 31, 2026. 2). $1,500 Look and Lease
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Gorgeous Historical property with new interiors
125 4th StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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$2,350 - $5,235Special Offer
2 Months Free Up to 8 Weeks Free Rent + $500 when you look and lease in 72 hours! See Leasing for Details. Call to learn more today.
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1915 Park
1915 Park AvenueLos Angeles, CA 90026
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$1,953 - $4,253
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The Eden Apartments
1340 S Hill StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$2,054 - $6,903Special Offer
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Belle on Bev
1800 Beverly BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90057
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$2,697 - $11,290
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Beaudry
960 W 7th StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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$3,120 - $13,609Special Offer
3 Months Free Receive up to 12 Weeks free rent + $2,000 look and lease special!
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Figueroa Eight
744 S Figueroa StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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$2,552 - $5,209
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LLEWELLYN
1101 N Main StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$3,000 - $7,995Special Offer
2 Months Free Now Offering Up to 8 Weeks Free Rent on Select Apartments at Top of The Grand.
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The Grand by Gehry
151 S Olive StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$1,990Special Offer
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744 Hartford Ave
744 Hartford AveLos Angeles, CA 90017
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$2,105 - $4,760Special Offer
Specials Choose your move-in reward—up to $2,000 in value! Pick One: $2,000 toward your first full month’s rent $1,000 Amazon gift card $500
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EastView
327 N Boylston StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$2,240 - $7,815Special Offer
Specials EIGHT WEEKS FREE for 13-Month Lease (effective rate listed below) and $1,500 Signing Bonus for Move-ins by 5/31/2026.
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1133 S Hope St
1133 S Hope StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$2,268 - $12,245Special Offer
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825 South Hill
825 S Hill StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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$2,192 - $4,858
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Aliso
950 E 3rd StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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$2,415 - $4,883
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Park Fifth
427 W 5th StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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$1,989 - $43,550Special Offer
Specials Tour today and receive up to $1,000 with our limited-time Look & Lease! *Must apply within 24 hours of touring. Restrictions apply.
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Hope + Flower
1201 S Hope StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$2,118 - $4,603Special Offer
3 Months Free 12 Weeks Free — Elevated Living Awaits Lease today and enjoy 12 weeks free at Apex & Alina. Experience refined DTLA living wit
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Apex and Alina
700 W 9th StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$2,127 - $4,973
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Trademark
437 S Hill StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$2,530 - $11,889Special Offer
2 Months Free Up to 10 Weeks FREE on Select Units! *Restrictions apply. Contact the leasing office for details.
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AVEN
1120 S Grand AveLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$1,927 - $7,040Special Offer
1 Month Free Limited Time Special - Up to 6 Weeks FREE if you move in within 30 days! *Restrictions Apply. Contact the leasing office for de
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WREN
1230 S Olive StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$2,210 - $4,554
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Be DTLA
1120 W 6th StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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$1,845 - $3,680Special Offer
1 Month Free We are offering 1 month free or free parking for 1 year on a 13 month lease on select units!! Look and lease up to $600 on sele
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Maxfield Lofts
819 Santee StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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$2,060 - $4,090Special Offer
Specials 8 weeks free on select units! Ask us about our $1,000 Move in Special! *Restrictions Apply. Please reach out to the Leasing Team fo
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Topaz Apartments
550 S Main StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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mResidences Olympic & Olive
1001 S Olive StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$2,040 - $4,062Special Offer
Specials * Apply within 24 hours for 1.5 months off! * Terms and conditions apply.
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AVA Little Tokyo
236 S Los Angeles StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$1,949 - $4,129Special Offer
Discounts 2 Bedrooms Starting at $2,649 + $1,000 Off. Conditions Apply
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Broadway Palace Apartments
1026 S BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$2,145 - $2,475Special Offer
Specials ASK US HOW TO GET 2 MONTH FREE!* *Terms & restrictions apply/select apartments/subject to end without notice.
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Thurman Lofts
600 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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$1,749 - $3,759Special Offer
Discounts 2 Bedrooms Starting at $2,599 + $1,000 Off. Conditions Apply.
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The Piero
609 St Paul AveLos Angeles, CA 90017
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$1,895 - $1,935Special Offer
Discounts $1,000 off the move-in amount.
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Tuscani Villas
369 Columbia AveLos Angeles, CA 90017
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$2,033 - $3,609
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Garey Building
905 E 2nd StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$1,245 - $1,995Special Offer
Specials 5 Weeks Free select units.
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Landmark Towers
744 Beacon AveLos Angeles, CA 90017
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$1,750 - $2,400Special Offer
1 Month Free Move-in Special: 1 month free, with 12 month lease. Pricing of all units inclusive of specials. Terms apply.
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The Chapman Flats
756 S BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90014
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$2,100 - $3,200Special Offer
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Premiere Towers
621 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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$1,999 - $5,189Special Offer
2 Months Free 2 Bedrooms Starting at $2,649 + 10 Weeks Free + Free Parking. Conditions Apply.
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Da Vinci
909 W Temple StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$2,789 - $8,335
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717 Olympic
717 W Olympic BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$2,725 - $4,725Special Offer
2 Months Free Now Offering Up to 8 Weeks Free Rent on Select Apartments at The Emerson
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The Emerson
225 S Grand AveLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$1,850 - $3,850Special Offer
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The Blackstone on 9th and Broadway
901 S BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$1,699 - $5,457Special Offer
2 Months Free 2 Bedrooms Starting at $2,549 + 10 Weeks Free + Free Parking
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MEDICI
725 S Bixel StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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$2,732 - $5,110
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Verdosa
705 W 9th StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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$1,764 - $3,330
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255 Grand
255 S Grand AveLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$1,621 - $8,298
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Museum Tower
225 S Olive StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$1,800 - $3,045Special Offer
1 Month Free One month free on a 13 month lease for all qualified move ins! Rental prices shown are net effective and already include all cu
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The Rosenell
433 Rosenell TerLos Angeles, CA 90026
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Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Los Angeles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Los Angeles Studio Apartments | $2,164 | $695 | $9,999 |
| Downtown Los Angeles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $645 | $7,598 |
| Downtown Los Angeles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,681 | $1,925 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Los Angeles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,655 | $2,499 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Los Angeles 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,694 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Los Angeles 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,588 | $3,900 | $4,995 |
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Top Los Angeles Apartments in the Downtown Los Angeles Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 05-20-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Los Angeles, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Hikari
Up to 1.5 months free on select homes! Offer is for new residents only - Transfers excluded. [Offer good thru May 23, 2026]Expires 05-20-2026
AVEN
Up to 10 Weeks FREE on Select Units! *Restrictions apply. Contact the leasing office for details.Expires 05-20-2026
Apex and Alina
12 Weeks Free — Elevated Living Awaits Lease today and enjoy 12 weeks free at Apex & Alina. Experience refined DTLA living with modern interiors, curated amenities, and unbeatable convenience — now with an exceptional offer to match. Select UnitsExpires 05-20-2026
Aliso
Up to 4 Weeks Free + Save $1,000 on Base Rent!* *Min Term Req’d. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 05-20-2026
THEA at Metropolis
Up to 8 Weeks Free Base Rent + Up to $3,000 Look & Lease Bonus!* Includes $1,500 Look & Lease Bonus when you apply within 24 hours of your tour, plus an additional $1,500 bonus when you apply in the leasing office. *Base rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded. Restrictions apply. Please call for details.Expires 05-20-2026
Sentral DTLA
2-12 Weeks Free. Pricing inclusive of specials. Call us today for more details. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 05-20-2026
Onyx
8 weeks free on select units! Ask us about our $1,000 Move in Special! *Special lease terms and restrictions may apply. Contact the leasing team for details.Expires 05-20-2026
Bahay
Strike Gold at Bahay! Specials Available on All Homes — Up to One Month Free on select apartments Hurry Before They’re Gone! *Restrictions apply. Contact our Leasing Team for details.Expires 05-20-2026
The Collective
1 Month Free with a 12 Month Lease on Select Units!Expires 05-20-2026
Hope + Flower
Tour today and receive up to $1,000 with our limited-time Look & Lease! *Must apply within 24 hours of touring. Restrictions apply. See Leasing Office for more information.Expires 05-20-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Los Angeles, CA
Specials updated: 05-20-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Los Angeles, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Landmark Towers
5 Weeks Free select units.Expires 12-31-2026
Villa De Adel
Cats welcome without pet rent nor deposit. We work with most types of credit. Some units get $1200 off the security deposit for select unitsExpires 06-30-2026
Patton Towers
1 Month Free- Call for more infoExpires 06-30-2026
Maxfield Lofts
We are offering 1 month free or free parking for 1 year on a 13 month lease on select units!! Look and lease up to $600 on select units!! Call us for more details or to schedule a tour today!!Expires 05-29-2026
Premiere Towers
Enjoy a complimentary parking when you lease today. Don't miss out on this limited-time offer. Schedule your tour now.Expires 05-31-2026
Gorgeous Historical property with new interiors
1). 16 Weeks Free on selected units Move in by 5/31/2026. Other restrictions apply. Expires May 31, 2026. 2). $1,500 Look and Lease Restrictions apply. Expires May 31, 2026. 3). Resident Referral Program Existing residents can earn a $1,000 rental credit by referring a new leaseholder. New leaseholders can earn a $750 rental credit. Restrictions apply. Expires May 31, 2026 Moving in after May 31, 2026? No problem. Contact us to today learn about forthcoming discounts, specials and/or incentives. ***Please contact our leasing team for details or apply now.Expires 05-31-2026
The Parkline
Get your first eight weeks free and pay just $500 security deposit.Expires 05-31-2026
Commodore Regency Apartments
Advertised rent is the effective rent inclusive of monthly concession.Call to inquire further details.Expires 05-31-2026
The Chapman Flats
Move-in Special: 1 month free, with 12 month lease. Pricing of all units inclusive of specials. Terms apply.Expires 06-01-2026
Josephine DTLA
Get FREE Parking + Up to 8 Weeks FREE on select units! Tour today and unlock exclusive $1000 Look & Lease Specials.Expires 05-31-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Los Angeles Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Los Angeles?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Los Angeles is at 807 S Flower St listed at $645.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Los Angeles Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Los Angeles is $3,745.
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Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Los Angeles is a 4,499 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Olympic + Hill.
What is the average size for Downtown Los Angeles Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Los Angeles is currently at 549 sq ft.
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