
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Historic Core Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,495 (23 Rentals)
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312 W 5th St, Unit 521

406

430 S Broadway, Unit 207

430 S Broadway, Unit 501

460 S Spring St, Unit 206

460 S Spring St
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430 S Broadway, Unit 203

312 W 5th St, Unit 926

312 W 5th St, Unit 826

312 W 5th St, Unit 609

230 Columbia Pl, Unit downstairs

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810 S Spring St, Unit SI FL2-ID1424

746 S Los Angeles St
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312 W 5th St

312 W 5th St, Unit 510

312 W 5th St, Unit 410

312 W 5th St, Unit 1105

416 S Spring St
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655 S Hope St

225 Lucas Ave, Unit 1
Historic Core, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Historic Core?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Core 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,613 | $2,000 | $6,500 |
| Historic Core 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,072 | $2,645 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Historic Core Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available Historic Core Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Historic Core area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 807 S Flower St priced from $645. Huntington Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Historic Core apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 807 S Flower St | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Huntington Apartments | Bachelor Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Alexandria Apartments | Alexandria Apartments 30% | Studio,1BA | $874 |
| Villa Metropolitano | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,031 |
| 1329 W. 5th St. | Studio. 1 Bath. 0 Half | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Core, CA
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Historic Core area is the $1.20 price per square foot 621 S Broadway Model at 621 S Broadway, Unit 3 in the in the City West neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Historic Core apartment is the 420 S San Pedro St Model at 420 S San Pedro St, Unit 103 starting at $3,600 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the City West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Historic Core apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 621 S Broadway, Unit 3 | 621 S Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 420 S San Pedro St, Unit 103 | 420 S San Pedro St | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Spring Tower Lofts | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Tailor Lofts | 4 bedroom / 2 bath Plans M-O | 4BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 725-729 S Spring St | Lofts | Studio ,1BA | $1.66 |
| Union Lofts | The Exchange | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Gas Company Lofts | Studio Loft | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| Pacific Electric Lofts | Studio Bed 1 Bath (lb) | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
| 807 S Flower St | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| Villa Metropolitano | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.06 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Historic Core
What type of rentals are currently available in Historic Core?
There are currently 491 Apartments for Rent in Historic Core, CA with pricing that ranges from $645 to $43,550. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Historic Core ranging from $1,495 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Historic Core?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Historic Core ranges from $1,495 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,927.
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