
Cheap Homes for Rent in the El Sereno Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,300 (6 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in El Sereno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Sereno 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,025 | $2,000 | $4,875 |
| El Sereno 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,450 | $2,900 | $8,000 |
| El Sereno 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,247 | $3,995 | $4,500 |
| El Sereno 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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There are currently 6 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Sereno, CA
As of September 08, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about El Sereno
What type of rentals are currently available in El Sereno?
There are currently 170 Apartments for Rent in El Sereno, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,595 to $1,900. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Sereno ranging from $1,300 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Sereno?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Sereno ranges from $1,300 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,741.
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