Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid-City West Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $600 (73 Rentals)

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7661 Oakwood Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

7661 Oakwood Ave

7661 Oakwood AveLos Angeles, CA 90036
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107 N Sweetzer Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

107 N Sweetzer Ave

107 N Sweetzer AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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6440 Orange St
Studio Apartments

6440 Orange St

6440 Orange StLos Angeles, CA 90048
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516 Spaulding Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

516 Spaulding Ave

516 N Spaulding AveLos Angeles, CA 90036
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7661 Oakwood Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

7661 Oakwood Ave

7661 Oakwood AveLos Angeles, CA 90036
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747 S Curson Ave
Studio Apartments

747 S Curson Ave

747 S Curson AveLos Angeles, CA 90036
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The Blake LA
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Blake LA

733 N Kings RdLos Angeles, CA 90069
Corporate Housing
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126 S Wetherly Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

126 S Wetherly Dr

126 S Wetherly DrLos Angeles, CA 90048
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8418 Blackburn Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8418 Blackburn Ave

8418 Blackburn AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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1145 S Holt Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1145 S Holt Ave

1145 S Holt AveLos Angeles, CA 90035
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Finev
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Finev

8561 Colgate AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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Packworth Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Packworth Apartments

1138 S La Cienega BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90035
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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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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

BB

8386 Blackburn AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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Royal Wetherly
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Wetherly

130 N Wetherly DrLos Angeles, CA 90048
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465 S Le Doux Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

465 S Le Doux Rd

465 Le Doux RdLos Angeles, CA 90048
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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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1059 S Wooster St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1059 S Wooster St

1059 S Wooster StLos Angeles, CA 90035
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8355 Blackburn Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8355 Blackburn Ave

8355 Blackburn AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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315 N Sierra Bonita Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

315 N Sierra Bonita Ave

315 N Sierra Bonita AveLos Angeles, CA 90036
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545 N Hayworth Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

545 N Hayworth Ave

545 N Hayworth AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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123 S Hayworth Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

123 S Hayworth Ave

123 S Hayworth AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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132 S Clark Dr
Studio Apartments

132 S Clark Dr

132 S Clark DrLos Angeles, CA 90048
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Doheny Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Doheny Apartments

144 S Doheny DrLos Angeles, CA 90048
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8347 Blackburn Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8347 Blackburn Ave

8347 Blackburn AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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115 N Sweetzer Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

115 N Sweetzer Ave

115 N Sweetzer AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mid-City West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mid-City West area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Chateau Olympic Apartments priced from $1,595. Wilshire Embassy Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,707. Here are the most affordable Mid-City West apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chateau Olympic ApartmentsSMALL STUDIOStudio,1BA$1,595
Wilshire Embassy Apartments0+1Studio,1BA$1,707
1118 S Sherbourne Dr1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,850
BB0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,890
Beverly Almont ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
6401 WilshirePrivate Suite S2Studio,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid-City West, CA

As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mid-City West area is the $2.44 price per square foot 8333 W 1st St Model at 8333 W 1st St, Unit 8333 West 1st Street in the in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood starting from $4,150. The second greatest value Mid-City West apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at 736 S Genesee Ave starting at $2,995 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mid-City West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8333 W 1st St, Unit 8333 West 1st Street8333 W 1st St2BR,2BA$2.44
736 S Genesee Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.87
642 N West Knoll Dr. Apartments2 Bed + 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.38
411 N Stanley Ave, Unit 4411 N Stanley Ave2BR,1BA$2.42
1109 S Sherbourne Dr12BR,1.5BA$2.08
5968 San Vicente Blvd, Unit 15968 San Vicente Blvd1BR,1BA$2.18
1055 S Holt Ave, Unit 31055 S Holt Ave1BR,1.5BA$2.32
655 Westmount Dr, Unit 655 1-4655 Westmount DrStudio ,1BA$2.06
Blackburn ApartmentsLower Level1BR,1BA$2.22
616 North Sweetzer Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.35

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #34

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Los Angeles. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mid-City West Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Mid-City West?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mid-City West is under $1,995.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mid-City West?

The cheapest apartment in Mid-City West is 1118 S Sherbourne Dr which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in Mid-City West costs $9,134.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mid-City West?

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 123 regular apartments in Mid-City West 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 Mid-City West?

Cheap apartments in Mid-City West have an average cost of $1,201 which is $7,933 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mid-City West.

Expert Rental Resources

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