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Alexandria Apartments
501-517 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Historic Downtown LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $300 (19 Rentals)
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255 S Hill St
Los AngelesCA90012
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Marley Lofts
548 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Santa Fe Lofts
121 E 6th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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255 Grand
255 S Grand AveLos Angeles, CA 90012
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The Lofts at the Security Building Apartments
510 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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$1,666 - $2,550Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Chapman Flats
756 S BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Randolph Lofts
215 W 6th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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$1,697 - $4,437Studio Apartments Available Now
Pacific Electric Lofts
610 S Main StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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$1,700 - $2,395Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Jeffries
117 Winston StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Grether & Grether Loft Building
730 S Los Angeles StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Historic Downtown LA, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Historic Downtown LA?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Downtown LA Studio Apartments | $2,234 | $800 | $4,437 |
| Historic Downtown LA 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,679 | $1,260 | $4,783 |
| Historic Downtown LA 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,744 | $2,206 | $10,000+ |
| Historic Downtown LA 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,634 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Historic Downtown LA 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,750 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Available Historic Downtown LA Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Historic Downtown LA area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Alexandria Apartments priced from $927. Broadway Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,119. Here are the most affordable Historic Downtown LA apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Apartments | Alexandria Apartments 35% | Studio,1BA | $927 |
| Broadway Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,119 |
| Marley Lofts | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,394 |
| Union Lofts | The Title | Studio,1BA | $1,579 |
| Santee Court | STUDIO (FGHI) | Studio,1BA | $1,629 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown LA, CA
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Historic Downtown LA area is the $1.34 price per square foot 621 S Broadway Model at 621 S Broadway, Unit 3 in the in the City West neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Historic Downtown LA apartment is the 3 Beds 1 Bath Model at Spring Tower Lofts starting at $3,800 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the City West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Historic Downtown LA apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 621 S Broadway, Unit 3 | 621 S Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Spring Tower Lofts | 3 Beds 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Pacific Electric Lofts | Studio Bed 1 Bath (ph) | Studio ,1BA | $2.31 |
| Ames Lofts | 1 Bed 2 Bath | 1BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Jaide Lofts | 1 Bedroom 2 Bath | 1BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Close to everything, far from the ordinary | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Rosslyn Lofts Apartments | Loft G | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
| Tailor Lofts | 1 bedroom / 1 bath Plans H-J | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Hellman Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
| City Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Historic Downtown LA Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
87 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Historic Downtown LA Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Historic Downtown LA?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Historic Downtown LA is under $1,696.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Historic Downtown LA?
The cheapest apartment in Historic Downtown LA is Alexandria Apartments which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Historic Downtown LA costs $5,371.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Historic Downtown LA?
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 16 regular apartments in Historic Downtown LA 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 Historic Downtown LA?
Cheap apartments in Historic Downtown LA have an average cost of $133 which is $5,238 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Historic Downtown LA.
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