
Cheap Homes for Rent in Historic Downtown LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,700 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Historic Downtown LA area of Los Angeles.


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354 S Spring St, Unit SI FL2-ID1205

312 W 5th St, Unit 1105

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810 S Spring St, Unit SI FL2-ID1424
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416 S Spring St

416 S Spring St

400 S Broadway

746 S Los Angeles St
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Historic Downtown LA, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Historic Downtown LA?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Downtown LA 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,759 | $2,199 | $10,000+ |
| Historic Downtown LA 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,400 | $7,400 | $7,400 |
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There are currently 8 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 Huntington Apartments priced from $800. Alexandria Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $927. Here are the most affordable Historic Downtown LA apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington Apartments | Bachelor Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Alexandria Apartments | Alexandria Apartments 35% | Studio,1BA | $927 |
| Broadway Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,119 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown LA, CA
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Historic Downtown LA 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 Downtown LA apartment is the 2 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 621 S Broadway, Unit 3 | 621 S Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Spring Tower Lofts | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Thurman Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Tailor Lofts | 4 bedroom / 2 bath Plans M-O | 4BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 725-729 S Spring St | Lofts | Studio ,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Continental Building | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| City Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.31 |
| 312 W 5th St, Unit 1117 | 312 W 5th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Randolph Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Pacific Electric Lofts | Studio Bed 1 Baths (la) | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHistoric Downtown La, Los Angeles, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Historic Downtown LA
What type of rentals are currently available in Historic Downtown LA?
There are currently 153 Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown LA, CA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $12,245. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Historic Downtown LA ranging from $1,722 to $11,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Historic Downtown LA?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Historic Downtown LA ranges from $1,722 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,153.
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