
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Little Tokyo Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,500 (27 Rentals)
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AVA Little Tokyo

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Arrive Wakaba

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825 E 4th St, Unit 208, Unit 208

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Savoy

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Little Tokyo Lofts

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Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Little Tokyo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Tokyo Studio Apartments | $2,333 | $1,560 | $3,289 |
| Little Tokyo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,943 | $2,145 | $4,354 |
| Little Tokyo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,651 | $2,835 | $6,439 |
| Little Tokyo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,709 | $2,500 | $4,202 |
| Little Tokyo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $2,750 | $3,850 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Little Tokyo Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available Little Tokyo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Little Tokyo area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Mikado Little Tokyo priced from $1,560. Tailor Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Little Tokyo apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mikado Little Tokyo | Micro Units | Studio,1BA | $1,560 |
| Tailor Lofts | Studio/1 Bed 1Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Hikari | FP13 | Studio,1BA | $1,887 |
| Garey Building | Bushwick 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,003 |
| Arrive Wakaba | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,099 |
| AVA Little Tokyo | A1V | 1BR,1BA | $2,110 |
| Aliso | STUDIO 4 | Studio,1BA | $2,397 |
| Binford Lofts | 411 | Studio,1BA | $2,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Little Tokyo, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Little Tokyo area is the $2.06 price per square foot 4 bedroom / 2 bath Plans M-O Model at Tailor Lofts in the in the City West neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Little Tokyo apartment is the 825 E 4th St Model at 825 E 4th St, Unit 208 starting at $2,650 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Downtown Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Little Tokyo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tailor Lofts | 4 bedroom / 2 bath Plans M-O | 4BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 825 E 4th St, Unit 208 | 825 E 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Binford Lofts | 411 | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
| AVA Little Tokyo | A1V | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Arrive Wakaba | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.04 |
| Hikari | FP13 | Studio ,1BA | $3.66 |
| Aliso | STUDIO 4 | Studio ,1BA | $4.86 |
| Garey Building | Bushwick 1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.87 |
| Mikado Little Tokyo | Micro Units | Studio ,1BA | $8.91 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Little Tokyo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Little Tokyo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Little Tokyo is under $2,420.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Little Tokyo?
The cheapest apartment in Little Tokyo is AVA Little Tokyo which is listed at $2,110, while the average apartment in Little Tokyo costs $4,077.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Little Tokyo?
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 7 regular apartments in Little Tokyo that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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