Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Little Tokyo Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,400 (16 Rentals)

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940 E 2nd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

940 E 2nd St

940 E 2nd StLos Angeles, CA 90012
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Brownstone l
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brownstone l

427 E 5th StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Little Tokyo Lofts
Studio Apartments

Little Tokyo Lofts

418-426 S San Pedro StLos Angeles, CA 90013

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1 Bedroom Apartments

Golden West

419 E 5th StLos Angeles, CA 90013

Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Little Tokyo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Little Tokyo area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at AVA Little Tokyo priced from $2,130. Arrive Wakaba has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,625. Here are the most affordable Little Tokyo apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
AVA Little TokyoA1V1BR,1BA$2,130
Arrive WakabaA11BR,1BA$2,625
AlisoONE BEDROOM 21BR,1BA$2,709
The Newberry Lofts / Artist Loft ApartmentsLOFT 207Studio,1BA$2,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Little Tokyo, CA

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Little Tokyo area is the $2.36 price per square foot LOFT 205 Model at The Newberry Lofts / Artist Loft Apartments in the in the Downtown Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Little Tokyo apartment is the A4 Model at Arrive Wakaba starting at $2,745 with a $3.35 price per square foot in the City West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Little Tokyo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Newberry Lofts / Artist Loft ApartmentsLOFT 205Studio ,1BA$2.36
Arrive WakabaA41BR,1BA$3.35
AlisoPENTHOUSE LOFT 21BR,1.5BA$4.12
AVA Little TokyoA2LV1BR,1BA$3.49

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #91

Among neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Little Tokyo Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

100 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Little Tokyo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Little Tokyo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Little Tokyo is at The Newberry Lofts / Artist Loft Apartments listed at $2,950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Little Tokyo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Little Tokyo Apartment is $2,130 at AVA Little Tokyo.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Little Tokyo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Little Tokyo is starting from $2,819 at AVA Little Tokyo.

What is the most affordable Little Tokyo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Little Tokyo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at AVA Little Tokyo and starts from $3,580.

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