
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Los Angeles Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,500 (6 Rentals)
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3331 1/2 City Terrace Dr

4010-4014 Rockwood St, Unit 0.75
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4008 Rockwood St, Unit 4008 Rockwood st

6063 Southside Dr

936 N Ditman Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in East Los Angeles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Los Angeles 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,172 | $2,600 | $3,995 |
| East Los Angeles 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,418 | $2,775 | $3,650 |
| East Los Angeles 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,366 | $3,500 | $5,600 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Los Angeles Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Los Angeles Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Los Angeles area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 3141-3143 Wabash Ave priced from $1,550. 4252 Whittier Blvd.- SIOF has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,865. Here are the most affordable East Los Angeles apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3141-3143 Wabash Ave | 3141 Wabash | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 4252 Whittier Blvd.- SIOF | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,865 |
| Emerald Hills | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,181 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Los Angeles area is the $2.69 price per square foot 479 Nassau Ave Model at 479 Nassau Ave in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,895. The second greatest value East Los Angeles apartment is the 3x1 Model at Emerald Hills starting at $2,998 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Los Angeles apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 479 Nassau Ave | 479 Nassau Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Emerald Hills | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 5838 Allston St, Unit #2 | 5838 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| BEAUTIFUL 2 BED | Split Level| Feels Like Home | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.60 |
| 3168 Wabash Ave | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Ridgewood Apartments | 2 BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 3819 Percy St, Unit #E | 3819 Percy St | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 |
| Luxe 1801 | 1+1 L 700 Sf. | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| 3141-3143 Wabash Ave | 3141 Wabash | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| 4008 Rockwood St, Unit Rockwood | 4008 Rockwood St | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Humphreys Avenue Elementary
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What type of rentals are currently available in East Los Angeles?
There are currently 377 Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,550 to $3,895. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Los Angeles ranging from $1,595 to $5,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Los Angeles?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Los Angeles ranges from $1,595 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,163.
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