
Cheap Homes for Rent in Historic Core Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $700 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Historic Core area of Los Angeles.


1026 Ingraham St, Unit 108

463 S Bixel St, Unit 4

1344 4th St, Unit 7

316 Columbia Ave

430 S Broadway, Unit 307

430 S Broadway, Unit 511
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460 S Spring St

430 S Broadway, Unit 408

410 Lucas Ave, Unit C

460 S Spring St

430 S Broadway, Unit 609

129 N Toluca St

420 San Pedro St
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215 W 7th St

312 W 5th St, Unit 1105, Unit 1105

738 S Los Angeles St, Unit 507, Unit 507

416 S Spring St

416 S Spring St

420 San Pedro St

312 W 5th St
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655 S Hope St
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 | $3,127 | $2,199 | $3,950 |
| Historic Core 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,865 | $2,865 | $2,865 |
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There are currently 22 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. New Genesis Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. 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 |
| New Genesis Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Huntington Apartments | Bachelor Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Alexandria Apartments | Alexandria Apartments 35% | Studio,1BA | $927 |
| Villa Metropolitano | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,031 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Core, CA
As of April 24, 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 Modern Loft Units Model at The Walnut Building starting at $3,500 with a $2.01 price per square foot in the Downtown Los Angeles 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 |
| The Walnut Building | Modern Loft Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
| Tailor Lofts | 4 bedroom / 2 bath Plans M-O | 4BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 725-729 S Spring St | Lofts | Studio ,1BA | $1.66 |
| 720 Bartlett St | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Close to everything, far from the ordinary! Live near it all! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Randolph Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.79 |
| Gas Company Lofts | Studio Loft | Studio ,1BA | $1.82 |
| 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 490 Apartments for Rent in Historic Core, CA with pricing that ranges from $645 to $43,550. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Historic Core ranging from $700 to $8,250.
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 $700 to $8,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,847.
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