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$1,600 - $3,400

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1424 Amherst Ave

Los AngelesCA90025

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Sawtelle, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sawtelle Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sawtelle area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at The Clover priced from $1,300. Darlington Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Sawtelle apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The CloverSS-200Studio,$1,300
Darlington Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
1775 Beloit Ave# 02A1BR,1BA$1,500
Olive Co-LivingFurnished Co-Living Studio SuiteStudio,1BA$1,595
AcaciaFurnished Studio SuiteStudio,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sawtelle, CA

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sawtelle area is the $0.98 price per square foot Unit PH7 Model at 1539 Beloit Ave in the in the Sawtelle neighborhood starting from $1,330. The second greatest value Sawtelle apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 1620 South Bentley Ave starting at $3,298 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the Sawtelle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sawtelle apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1539 Beloit AveUnit PH74BR,3BA$0.98
1620 South Bentley Ave2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.44
1515 Colby AveUnit PH74BR,3BA$1.13
1222 McClellan Dr, Unit 61222 McClellan Dr2BR,2BA$2.54
1403 Butler Ave, Unit 14031403 Butler Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.48
1815 Greenfield Ave1Bd/1Ba1BR,1BA$1.85
Comma Barrington Co-LivingCo-Living | Freeway | 4 BR, 2 BA4BR,2BA$1.56
1223 Federal Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.47
1718-1722 S Barrington Ave172 BarringtonStudio ,1BA$2.38
Olive Co-LivingFurnished Co-Living Studio SuiteStudio ,1BA$2.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sawtelle, Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #34

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sawtelle

What type of rentals are currently available in Sawtelle?

There are currently 1986 Apartments for Rent in Sawtelle, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,190 to $18,000. There are also 213 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sawtelle ranging from $1,350 to $48,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sawtelle?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sawtelle ranges from $1,350 to $48,000 with an average monthly rent of $15,934.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Sawtelle?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Sawtelle range from $1,635 to $8,119, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,240.

Expert Rental Resources

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