Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East L.A. Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $800 (4 Rentals)

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Fraser Flats

930-932 Fraser AveLos Angeles, CA 90022
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East L.A., Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East L.A., CA

As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the East L.A. area is the $2.95 price per square foot 3809 Floral Dr Model at 3809 Floral Dr, Unit 3809 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value East L.A. apartment is the 5838 Allston St Model at 5838 Allston St, Unit #2 starting at $2,400 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East L.A. apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3809 Floral Dr, Unit 38093809 Floral Dr2BR,2BA$2.95
5838 Allston St, Unit #25838 Allston St2BR,1BA$2.40
Emerald Hills2x1 renovated2BR,1BA$2.43
5611 Eagle St5611 Eagle St2BR,1BA$2.56
225 1/2 N Townsend Ave, Unit 1225 1/2 N Townsend Ave1BR,1BA$2.53
925 Calzona St, Unit 925925 Calzona St2BR,1BA$3.01
Luxe 18011+1 M1BR,1BA$3.23
3500-3506 City Terrace Dr1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.11
4600 Catalpa St, Unit 34600 Catalpa St1BR,1BA$2.97
Fremont1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.15

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East L.A., Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #170

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the East L.A. Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East L.A. Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East L.A. Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East L.A. Apartment is $1,672 at 1 BED 1 BATH IN LOS ANGELES!!!.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East L.A. Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East L.A. is starting from $2,229 at Ditman.

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