Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Echo Park Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $500 (42 Rentals)

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834 Laguna Ave

Los AngelesCA90026

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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 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 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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900 College St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

900 College St.

900 W College 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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a813
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

a813

813 Alpine StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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1109 Laguna Ave
Studio Apartments

1109 Laguna Ave

1109 Laguna AveLos Angeles, CA 90026
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Bunker Heights Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bunker Heights Apartments

849 N 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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720 Bartlett St
2 Bedroom Apartments

720 Bartlett St

720 Bartlett StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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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. a813 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,745. Here are the most affordable Echo Park apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Collective1 Bedroom, 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$1,595
a8131BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,745
1154 Bellevue AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,795
Big Momma Court Apartments0B/1BStudio,1BA$1,795
Jensen's Recreation Center AptsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Rosepointe Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,900
830 Bartlett St.1 BD x 1BA1BR,1BA$1,995
321 N Bixel StStudioStudio,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Echo Park, CA

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Echo Park area is the $2.20 price per square foot 800 New Depot St Model at 800 New Depot St, Unit 1 in the in the City West neighborhood starting from $3,120. The second greatest value Echo Park apartment is the 1438 Glendale Blvd Model at 1438 Glendale Blvd, Unit 1438 starting at $3,300 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Angelino Heights 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.
800 New Depot St, Unit 1800 New Depot St3BR,2BA$2.20
1438 Glendale Blvd, Unit 14381438 Glendale Blvd3BR,1BA$2.36
a8132BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.81
1001 Doyle Pl, Unit B2011001 Doyle Pl3BR,2BA$2.25
1626 Lake Shore Ave1626 Lake Shore Ave2BR,1BA$2.08
Blake Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.62
435 Bernard St, Unit 403435 Bernard St3BR,2.5BA$2.50
1317 Waterloo St, Unit 11317 Waterloo St2BR,1BA$2.79
320 Welcome St, Unit 2320 Welcome St2BR,1BA$2.63
1154 Bellevue AveStudioStudio ,1BA$2.76

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #63

Among neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA 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 1154 Bellevue Ave listed at $1,795.

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 $2,175 at a813.

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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