Cheap Homes for Rent in East L.A. Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,200 (8 Rentals)

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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 $1,857. Here are the most affordable East L.A. apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1 BED 1 BATH IN LOS ANGELES!!!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,696
Ditman2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,857
Emerald Hills2x12BR,1BA$2,137

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

As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the East L.A. area is the $3.21 price per square foot 1116 Clela Ave Model at 1116 Clela Ave, Unit 1118 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value East L.A. apartment is the 2x1 Model at Emerald Hills starting at $2,137 with a $2.25 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.
1116 Clela Ave, Unit 11181116 Clela Ave3BR,2BA$3.21
Emerald Hills2x12BR,1BA$2.25
Luxe 18011+1 L1BR,1BA$3.17
3835 Whittier Blvd, Unit 43835 Whittier Blvd3BR,1BA$4.29
Ditman2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.86
4600 Catalpa St, Unit 34600 Catalpa St1BR,1BA$2.97
3911 Woolwine Dr, Unit B3911 Woolwine Dr1BR,1BA$3.50
1 BED 1 BATH IN LOS ANGELES!!!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$4.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about East L.A.

What type of rentals are currently available in East L.A.?

There are currently 365 Apartments for Rent in East L.A., CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $3,995. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East L.A. ranging from $1,200 to $12,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East L.A.?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East L.A. ranges from $1,200 to $12,800 with an average monthly rent of $5,021.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East L.A.?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East L.A. range from $3,000 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $4,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,600.

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