255 S Hill St
Los AngelesCA90012
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Historic Downtown LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $400 (27 Rentals)
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Santa Fe Lofts
121 E 6th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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The Lofts at the Security Building Apartments
510 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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The Jeffries
117 Winston StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Topaz Apartments
550 S Main StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Santee Court
716-718 S Los Angeles StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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The Broadway Lofts
430 S BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90013
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National City Tower
810 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Pacific Electric Lofts
610 S Main StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Premiere Towers
621 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Spring Arcade Building
541 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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460 S Spring St
Los AngelesCA90013
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Randolph Lofts
215 W 6th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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755 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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901 S BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90015
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220 W 5th StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Marley Lofts
548 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Garment Lofts
217 E 8th 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 | $2,610 | $895 | $10,000+ |
| Historic Downtown LA 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,809 | $1,260 | $7,139 |
| Historic Downtown LA 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,012 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
| Historic Downtown LA 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,156 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Historic Downtown LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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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 Hotel Alexandria priced from $849. Santa Fe Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,601. Here are the most affordable Historic Downtown LA apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Alexandria | Alexandria Apartments 35% | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| Santa Fe Lofts | LOFTA2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,601 |
| The Jeffries | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Topaz Apartments | S5 | Studio,1BA | $1,720 |
| Santee Court | STUDIO (FGHI) | Studio,1BA | $1,729 |
| The Lofts at the Security Building Apartments | 01L2 | Studio,1BA | $1,733 |
| Rosslyn Lofts Apartments | Loft C | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Broadway Lofts | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,773 |
| National City Tower | CAPRI | Studio,1BA | $1,778 |
| Pacific Electric Lofts | Studio Bed 1 Baths (la) | Studio,1BA | $1,779 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown LA, CA
As of June 20, 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 |
| The Mercantile Lofts | 1 Bedroom Loft - Plan 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| City Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
| Thurman Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
| HB | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.13 |
| Randolph Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Premiere Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| The Lofts at the Security Building Apartments | 01L2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.45 |
| Rosslyn Lofts Apartments | Loft C | Studio ,1BA | $2.54 |
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Among neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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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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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Historic Downtown LA Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Historic Downtown LA?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Historic Downtown LA is at Hotel Alexandria listed at $849.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Historic Downtown LA Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Historic Downtown LA Apartment is $1,560 at Hotel Alexandria.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Historic Downtown LA Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Historic Downtown LA is starting from $2,350 at Chester Williams Building.
What is the most affordable Historic Downtown LA Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Historic Downtown LA Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Jaide Lofts and starts from $2,750.
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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.