Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the El Sereno Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,700 (28 Rentals)

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5023 Cavanagh Rd
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5023 Cavanagh Rd

5023 Cavanagh RdLos Angeles, CA 90032
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4780 Templeton St
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4780 Templeton St

4780 Templeton StLos Angeles, CA 90032
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5388 Poplar Blvd
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5388 Poplar Blvd

5388 Poplar BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90032
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2344 Vandalia Ave
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2344 Vandalia Ave

2344 Vandalia AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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4929 Lynnfield St
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4929 Lynnfield St

4929 Lynnfield StLos Angeles, CA 90032
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5122 Oakland Ave
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5122 Oakland Ave

5122 Oakland AveLos Angeles, CA 90032

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2918 N Eastern Ave
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2918 N Eastern Ave

2918 N Eastern AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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4938 Navarro St
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4938 Navarro St

4938 Navarro StLos Angeles, CA 90032
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3125 Vaquero Ave
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3125 Vaquero Ave

3125 Vaquero AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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3839 Portola Ave
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3839 Portola Ave

3839 Portola AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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The Grey
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The Grey

4601-4689 Grey DrLos Angeles, CA 90032

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5355 Oakland
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5355 Oakland

5353 Oakland StLos Angeles, CA 90032
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3502 Copeland Pl
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3502 Copeland Pl

3502 Copeland PlLos Angeles, CA 90032
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Locke
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Locke

3733 Locke AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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2433 Eastern Ave
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2433 Eastern Ave

2433 Eastern AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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Vista Monterey Apartments
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Vista Monterey Apartments

4651 Huntington Dr NLos Angeles, CA 90032
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4444 Huntington Dr
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4444 Huntington Dr

4444 Huntington DrLos Angeles, CA 90032

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Pueblo Apartments
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Pueblo Apartments

3711 Pueblo AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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3755 Locke Ave
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3755 Locke Ave

3755 Locke AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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Casa Portola
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Casa Portola

5112 Oakland StLos Angeles, CA 90032
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101 Westmont Dr
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101 Westmont Dr

101 Westmont DrAlhambra, CA 91801
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3111 W Ramona Rd
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3111 W Ramona Rd

3111 W Ramona RdAlhambra, CA 91803
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3101 W Ramona Rd
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3101 W Ramona Rd

3101 W Ramona RdAlhambra, CA 91803

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El Sereno, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Los Angeles, CA | Find Los Angeles Off-Campus Student Housing at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Sereno Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in El Sereno?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in El Sereno is under $2,726.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in El Sereno?

The cheapest apartment in El Sereno is 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd which is listed at $1,581, while the average apartment in El Sereno costs $3,525.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in El Sereno?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in El Sereno that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in El Sereno?

Cheap apartments in El Sereno have an average cost of $564 which is $2,961 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in El Sereno.

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