Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East L.A. Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $900 (4 Rentals)

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East L.A., Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

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

As of September 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the East L.A. area is the $2.89 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at 3168 Wabash Ave in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value East L.A. apartment is the 3819 Percy St Model at 3819 Percy St, Unit #E starting at $2,750 with a $3.27 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.
3168 Wabash Ave3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$2.89
3819 Percy St, Unit #E3819 Percy St2BR,2BA$3.27
Luxe 18011+1 L1BR,1BA$3.17
Ditman2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.00
858 W El Repetto Dr1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
1 BED 1 BATH IN LOS ANGELES!!!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$4.15
5521 Hastings St, Unit 55215521 Hastings StStudio ,1BA$3.75
930-932 Fraser AveSROStudio ,3BA$6.30
2741 S Fremont Ave, Unit 122741 S Fremont Ave2BR,1BA$22.00

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

Ranked #167

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 $1,300 at 858 W El Repetto Dr.

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 $1,948 at Ditman.

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