Cheap Homes for Rent in the East Los Angeles Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,595 (11 Rentals)

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property at 144 S Townsend Ave

$2,400

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$2,400

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 7

144 S Townsend Ave

Los AngelesCA90063

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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 4 Beds unit found at Terrace Heights priced from $695. Jibe McDonnell has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable East Los Angeles apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terrace HeightsSHARED ROOMS4BR,2BA$695
Jibe McDonnell0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,595
Garvey West Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,850
Luxe 18011+1 L 700 Sf.1BR,1BA$2,192

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA

As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Los Angeles area is the $3.33 price per square foot 714 Fraser Ave Model at 714 Fraser Ave, Unit 716 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value East Los Angeles apartment is the 1x1 Model at Emerald Hills starting at $2,229 with a $2.79 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
714 Fraser Ave, Unit 716714 Fraser Ave3BR,1BA$3.33
Emerald Hills1x11BR,1BA$2.79
4229 Mandalay Dr, Unit rear4229 Mandalay Dr2BR,1BA$2.31
Luxe 18011+1 L 700 Sf.1BR,1BA$3.13
1272 Van Pelt Ave, Unit Downstairs1272 Van Pelt Ave2BR,1BA$3.07
1123 N Gage Ave, Unit 1123 Gage1123 N Gage Ave1BR,1BA$2.57
5508 Via San Delarro St, Unit 15508 Via San Delarro StStudio ,1BA$2.79
Garvey West Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3.08
4008 Rockwood St, Unit Rockwood4008 Rockwood St1BR,1BA$3.83
1114 N Stone St, Unit 11121114 N Stone St1BR,1BA$3.45

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Los Angeles

What type of rentals are currently available in East Los Angeles?

There are currently 382 Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA with pricing that ranges from $695 to $3,199. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Los Angeles ranging from $1,595 to $5,800.

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 $5,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,043.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Los Angeles?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Los Angeles range from $2,999 to $3,199, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $5,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $695.

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