Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Echo Park Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $500 (53 Rentals)

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1036 N Bonnie Brae St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1036 N Bonnie Brae St

1036 N Bonnie Brae StLos Angeles, CA 90026
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1936 Cypress Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1936 Cypress Ave

1936 Cypress AveLos Angeles, CA 90065
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160 Union Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

160 Union Pl

160 Union PlLos Angeles, CA 90026
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330 N Bixel
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

330 N Bixel

330 N Bixel StLos Angeles, CA 90026
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Bon Aire Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bon Aire Apartments

2002 W Sunset BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90026
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209 N Boylston St
Studio Apartments

209 N Boylston St

209 N Boylston StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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Montrose House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Montrose House

1922 Montrose StLos Angeles, CA 90026
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1109 Laguna Ave
Studio Apartments

1109 Laguna Ave

1109 Laguna AveLos Angeles, CA 90026
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a813
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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813 Alpine StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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Blossom Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blossom Plaza

900 N BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90012
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830 Bartlett St.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

830 Bartlett St.

830 Bartlett StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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1154 Bellevue Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1154 Bellevue Ave

1154 Bellevue AveLos Angeles, CA 90012
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Bunker Heights Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bunker Heights Apartments

849 N Bunker Hill AveLos Angeles, CA 90012
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703 Bunker Hill Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

703 Bunker Hill Ave

703 Bunker Hill AveLos Angeles, CA 90012
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1501 W Sunset Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1501 W Sunset Blvd

1501 W Sunset BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90026
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Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Echo Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Echo Park area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Collective priced from $1,595. Modern 1BR with Balcony & Parking – Live t... has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Echo Park apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Collective1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C1BR,1BA$1,595
Modern 1BR with Balcony & Parking – Live t...1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,695
Inspire Echo Park0A - StudioStudio,1BA$1,697
Echo Lake Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,749
Sunset Apts - Gorgeous Newly Remodeled ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,795
Inspire Belmont ApartmentsStudio - A9Studio,1BA$1,799
a8131BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,845
Blossom PlazaS01Studio,1BA$1,851

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Echo Park, CA

As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Echo Park area is the $2.24 price per square foot 508 Belmont Ave Model at 508 Belmont Ave, Unit 508 Belmont Avenue in the in the City West neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value Echo Park apartment is the 1483 Allison Ave Model at 1483 Allison Ave starting at $3,700 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the Downtown Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Echo Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
508 Belmont Ave, Unit 508 Belmont Avenue508 Belmont Ave2BR,2BA$2.24
1483 Allison Ave1483 Allison Ave2BR,1BA$3.08
720 Bartlett St2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.73
1317 Waterloo St, Unit 11317 Waterloo St2BR,1BA$2.79
320 Welcome St, Unit 2320 Welcome St2BR,1BA$2.63
Blake LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.14
900 College St.2BD x 1BA2BR,1BA$2.94
2434 Riverside Pl, Unit 24342434 Riverside Pl2BR,1BA$2.62
Modern 1BR with Balcony & Parking – Live t...1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.42
The Collective1 Bedroom, 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$3.10

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #71

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Echo Park Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

62 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Echo Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Echo Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Echo Park is at Inspire Echo Park listed at $1,697.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Echo Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Echo Park Apartment is $1,595 at The Collective.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Echo Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Echo Park is starting from $2,055 at 720 Bartlett St.

What is the most affordable Echo Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Echo Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 920 Everett St. and starts from $2,995.

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