
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McArthur Park Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $500 (56 Rentals)
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505 S Bonnie Brae St

729 S. Union Ave.

729 S Union Ave

Royal Viking

Alvarado Apartments

Waldorf Apartments

447 S. Rampart Blvd - Studio & 1 Bedroom

526 S Union Avenue

415 S Grand View St, Unit Grand View
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2529 4th St

Wicklow Common

1999 West 3RD Street

Bonnie Brae Apartments

450 S Benton Way

Landmark Towers

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McArthur Park, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McArthur Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McArthur Park Studio Apartments | $1,685 | $995 | $2,850 |
| McArthur Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $910 | $3,100 |
| McArthur Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,929 | $2,068 | $4,500 |
| McArthur Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $1,900 | $2,850 |
| McArthur Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,200 | $5,200 | $5,200 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the McArthur Park Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available McArthur Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McArthur Park area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 729 S. Union Ave. priced from $995. Alvarado Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,145. Here are the most affordable McArthur Park apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 729 S. Union Ave. | Great Studio apartment home for rent near Downt... | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Alvarado Apartments | Studio 6 | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Royal Viking | Studio 7 | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Waldorf Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Wicklow Common | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1999 West 3RD Street | Studio 60% AMI - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,269 |
| Bonnie Brae Apartments | Micro Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,289 |
| Landmark Towers | Efficiency Unit | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| bon921 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McArthur Park, CA
As of December 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the McArthur Park area is the $2.10 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Lakeview Apartments in the in the McArthur Park neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value McArthur Park apartment is the 301 - 2Bd with Balcony Model at 420 S Occidental Blvd starting at $2,495 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the McArthur Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McArthur Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| 420 S Occidental Blvd | 301 - 2Bd with Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| La Fayette Marquis | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| B & B Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| 916 Carondelet | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 950 Grand | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| bon921 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
| Wicklow Common | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
| 415 S Grand View St, Unit Grand View | 415 S Grand View St | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
| Waldorf Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.56 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMcarthur Park, 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
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the McArthur Park Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
83 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McArthur Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in McArthur Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in McArthur Park is under $1,299.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in McArthur Park?
The cheapest apartment in McArthur Park is 950 Grand which is listed at $1,482, while the average apartment in McArthur Park costs $5,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in McArthur Park?
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 35 regular apartments in McArthur Park 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 McArthur Park?
Cheap apartments in McArthur Park have an average cost of $203 which is $4,997 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in McArthur Park.
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