Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Echo Park Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $400 (46 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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a813
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

a813

813 Alpine StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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1512 Mohawk St.
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1512 Mohawk St.

1512 Mohawk 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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830 Bartlett St.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

830 Bartlett St.

830 Bartlett StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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Rosepointe Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rosepointe Apartments

1008 Rosemont AveLos Angeles, CA 90026
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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. 1154 Bellevue Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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 B1BR,1BA$1,595
1154 Bellevue AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,695
a8131BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,745
Sunset Apts...Gorgeous Newly Remodeled Apartments..CALL NOW!StudioStudio,1BA$1,745
Echo Lake Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,750
1512 Mohawk St.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Modern 1BR with Balcony & Parking – Live the LA Lifestyle at 221 Union #161BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Echo Park, CA

As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Echo Park area is the $3.08 price per square foot 1483 Allison Ave Model at 1483 Allison Ave in the in the Downtown Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Echo Park apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Brownstone Lofts starting at $2,799 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the City West 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.
1483 Allison Ave1483 Allison Ave2BR,1BA$3.08
Brownstone Lofts2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.79
1317 Waterloo St, Unit 11317 Waterloo St2BR,1BA$2.79
320 Welcome St, Unit 2320 Welcome St2BR,1BA$2.63
900 College St.2BD x 1BA2BR,1BA$2.70
Carlyle Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.81
Modern 1BR with Balcony & Parking – Live the LA Lifestyle at 221 Union #161BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.69
720 Bartlett St1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.11
201 Toluca N St, Unit 6201 Toluca N StStudio ,1BA$2.91
The Collective1 Bedroom, 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$3.10

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #65

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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 $1,695.

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 $2,100 at Carlyle Apartments.

What is the most affordable Echo Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Echo Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carlyle Apartments and starts from $2,475.

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