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East L.A., Los Angeles, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East L.A.?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East L.A. Studio Apartments | $1,325 | $1,325 | $1,325 |
| East L.A. 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,088 | $1,696 | $2,500 |
| East L.A. 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,644 | $1,850 | $4,000 |
| East L.A. 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,523 | $2,962 | $4,000 |
| East L.A. 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,839 | $3,479 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available East L.A. Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East L.A. area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1 BED 1 BATH IN LOS ANGELES!!! priced from $1,696. Ditman has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,920. Here are the most affordable East L.A. apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BED 1 BATH IN LOS ANGELES!!! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,696 |
| Ditman | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,920 |
| 549 S Mathews St | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East L.A., CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the East L.A. area is the $2.85 price per square foot 650 Burger Ave Model at 650 Burger Ave, Unit 648 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $4,350. The second greatest value East L.A. apartment is the Villa Model at Atlantic Times Square starting at $3,600 with a $2.50 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 650 Burger Ave, Unit 648 | 650 Burger Ave | 5BR,2BA | $2.85 |
| Atlantic Times Square | Villa | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Emerald Hills | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 500 S Gerhart Ave, Unit C | 500 S Gerhart Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| 3rd St | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Garden Courtyard | 1 bed 1 bth | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Somerset Apartments | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Ditman | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| 549 S Mathews St | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 940 S Downey Rd, Unit 940 | 940 S Downey Rd | Studio ,1BA | $3.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast L.A., Los Angeles, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East L.A., Los Angeles, CA
Marianna Avenue Elementary
Los Angeles Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (295)
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,696 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 $1,920 at Ditman.
What is the most affordable East L.A. Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East L.A. Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3rd St and starts from $3,021.
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