
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Sereno Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,450 (42 Rentals)
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5306 S Huntington Dr

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4929 Lynnfield St

5326 Huntington Dr S

5122 Huntington Dr S

5388 Poplar Blvd
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4780 Templeton St

2344 Vandalia Ave

2918 N Eastern Ave

5307 Oakland St

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5126 Martin St
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3216-3222 Warwick Ave

4938 Navarro St

3839 Portola Ave

4957 Gambier St

5206-5210 Navarro St
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3502 Copeland Pl

Locke

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3755 Locke Ave

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101 Westmont Dr
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3111 W Ramona Rd

3101 W Ramona Rd
El Sereno, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Sereno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Sereno Studio Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| El Sereno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,798 | $1,595 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the El Sereno Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available El Sereno Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the El Sereno area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd priced from $1,581. 4717-4727 Gambier/4716-4726 Butterfly has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable El Sereno apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,581 |
| 4717-4727 Gambier/4716-4726 Butterfly | 1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom. 0 Half | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| College Manor | 1BD/1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Eastern Manor | One bedroom One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Huntington Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,870 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Sereno, CA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Sereno area is the $1.63 price per square foot 1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom. 0 Half Model at 4717-4727 Gambier/4716-4726 Butterfly in the in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value El Sereno apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Huntington Ridge Apartments starting at $1,870 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Sereno apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4717-4727 Gambier/4716-4726 Butterfly | 1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom. 0 Half | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Huntington Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Eastern Manor | One bedroom One bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| 5459 Martin St, Unit Back House | 5459 Martin St | Studio ,1BA | $3.78 |
| 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.52 |
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Best Local Schools in El Sereno, Los Angeles, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Sereno Apartments
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 $1,845.
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