Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melrose Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $500 (28 Rentals)

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819-821 N Alta Vista Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

819-821 N Alta Vista Blvd

819-821 N Alta Vista BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90046
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Sunshine Court
Studio Apartments

Sunshine Court

852 N Martel AveLos Angeles, CA 90046
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516 Spaulding Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

516 Spaulding Ave

516 N Spaulding AveLos Angeles, CA 90036
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625 N Hayworth Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

625 N Hayworth Ave

625 N Hayworth AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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608 N Hayworth Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

608 N Hayworth Ave

608 N Hayworth AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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745 N Edinburgh Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

745 N Edinburgh Ave

745 N Edinburgh AveLos Angeles, CA 90046
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620 N Sweetzer Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

620 N Sweetzer Ave

620 N Sweetzer AveLos Angeles, CA 90048

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1021 N Genesee Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1021 N Genesee Ave

1021 N Genesee AveWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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8005 Waring Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8005 Waring Ave

8005 Waring AveWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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1050 N Orange Grove Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1050 N Orange Grove Ave

1050 N Orange Grove AveWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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1042 Stanley
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1042 Stanley

1042-1044 N Stanley AveWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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1001 N Gardner
Studio Apartments

1001 N Gardner

1001 N Gardner StWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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North Vista 4
1 Bedroom Apartments

North Vista 4

1042 N Vista StWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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Kings Road Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Road Towers

520 N Kings RdWest Hollywood, CA 90048
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907 N Harper Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

907 N Harper Ave

907 N Harper AveWest Hollywood, CA 90046

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Melrose, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Melrose Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melrose area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 942 N Sweetzer Ave priced from $1,525. Prizma has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,899. Here are the most affordable Melrose apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
942 N Sweetzer AveStudiosStudio,1BA$1,525
PrizmaA1Studio,1BA$1,899
1009 N Hayworth Ave1-bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Villa EstherExecutive StudioStudio,1BA$1,974
8011 W. Romaine Street1/11BR,1BA$1,995
616 North Sweetzer Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,075
7223-7229 WilloughbyStudioStudio,1BA$2,095
Welcome Home || Newly Upgraded WeHo Apt || FREE RENT!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,131

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, CA

As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $2.43 price per square foot 454 N Orange Grove Ave Model at 454 N Orange Grove Ave, Unit 456.5 in the in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 2 Bed + 2 Bath Model at 642 N West Knoll Dr. Apartments starting at $3,095 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
454 N Orange Grove Ave, Unit 456.5454 N Orange Grove Ave2BR,1BA$2.43
642 N West Knoll Dr. Apartments2 Bed + 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.38
Kings Villa1 Bed 1.5 Bath1BR,1.5BA$2.54
458 N Gardner St4622BR,1BA$2.64
Kings Road Towers1 Bed 1.5 Bath1BR,1.5BA$2.59
633 N Hayworth Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.58
832 N Detroit St, Unit 3832 N Detroit St1BR,1BA$2.74
Welcome Home || Newly Upgraded WeHo Apt || FREE RENT!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.51
616 North Sweetzer Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.44
1009 N Hayworth Ave1-bedroom1BR,1BA$2.71

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Melrose, Los Angeles, and the greater Los Angeles area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Melrose Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

57 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Melrose?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Melrose is under $2,131.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melrose?

The cheapest apartment in Melrose is 1009 N Hayworth Ave which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in Melrose costs $5,975.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Melrose?

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 4 regular apartments in Melrose 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 Melrose?

Cheap apartments in Melrose have an average cost of $120 which is $5,855 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melrose.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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