
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Central LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA (1,292 Rentals)


1476 W 35th St

Jasper

Mardi Gras Apartments

1249 W. 39th Place

730 W 73rd St

Orion 668

637 W. 79th

D19--Hoover House--3036 South Hoover Street

8825 1/2 S Hoover St
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1297-1299 W 36th St Student Housing near USC

1530 W 37th St -- Housing near USC/Ktown

1173 W 29th St

4238 S. Western Ave.

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The 505(CA)

F78--1168 W. 36th Place

7524 S Hoover St

1321 W. 36th Pl.

533-535 W 75th St

1314-1318 W 94th St
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1314 1/2 W 88th St, Unit 1314 1/2

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1315 W 102nd St, Unit 1317.5

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3982 Brighton Ave, Unit Newly Renovated 1-Bedroom Apt

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833 W 42nd Pl, Unit 835 1/2 W. 42nd Place

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1672 W 36th St, Unit 2

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916 W 88th St, Unit 914

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1209 W 60th Pl

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1171 W 37th Pl, Unit 1171 W 37th Pl - 6B5B

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5005 Wall St, Unit 5005

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1286 W 36th St, Unit 4
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335 W 88th St

1215 W 30th St

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1414 W 94th Pl, Unit half

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504 W 41st Dr

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810 W 62nd St, Unit #1

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110 E 76th Pl, Unit 110

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9222 S Budlong Ave, Unit 5

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307 E 81st St, Unit 307 1/4

1952 W 39th St, Unit 1952

2132 W 84th Pl, Unit House
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1254 W 110th St, Unit #7

1254 W 110th St, Unit #18

862 W 84th St, Unit 10

1321 W 36th Pl, Unit 5

923 W 41st Dr, Unit 923 3/4

916 W 84th St, Unit 10

4347 Woodlawn Ave, Unit 205

1117-1119 W. 58th Pl., Unit 1119

8029 S Hoover St, Unit 15

2132 W 84th Pl, Unit House
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South Central LA, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central LA?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central LA Studio Apartments | $1,686 | $950 | $3,706 |
South Central LA 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $750 | $4,306 |
| South Central LA 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $1,129 | $4,791 |
| South Central LA 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,139 | $828 | $5,514 |
| South Central LA 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,678 | $924 | $5,200 |
| South Central LA 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,066 | $1,300 | $5,950 |
| South Central LA 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,638 | $1,250 | $8,666 |
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There are currently 1292 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Largest Available South Central LA 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Central LA area of Los Angeles, CA is found at Mardi Gras Apartments and is listed at 950 square feet priced from $2,650. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mardi Gras Apartments | NEAR USC HOUSING 2br 2bath | 950 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
| Vernon Ave - 458 | 1BR/1.0BA | 900 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
| The Arches | 1x1 | 746 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
| 1333 W. 36th Pl. | 720 Sq Ft | $1,999 | |
| 1321 W. 36th Pl. | 1BD x 1BA | 720 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
| Regal Rita Apartments | 1/1 | 700 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| Harvard Yard and Glenmary Senior Affordable Apartments | A1 Harvard Yard | 700 Sq Ft | $1,509 |
| 6717 S. San Pedro St. | 1/1 | 693 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| The 505(CA) | A1 | 682 Sq Ft | $4,306 |
| 811 W 97th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 600 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
Cheapest Available South Central LA 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Central LA of Los Angeles, CA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,100 at 1543 W. 37th Pl Los Angeles, CA 90018. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Central LA is currently $1,800. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1543 W. 37th Pl Los Angeles, CA 90018 | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,100 |
| 1269 W 36th St. | 1271 1/2 W 36th St – Room 201 | $1,150/Month | ... | $1,150 |
| 8825 1/2 S Hoover St | 1 Bedroom | $1,200 |
| 340 S 87th Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,225 |
| 7524 S Hoover St | 1/1 | $1,263 |
| 4214-4240 S. Hoover St. | 1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom. 0 Half | $1,395 |
| F78--1168 W. 36th Place | Private Room - Shared Apartment | $1,400 |
| SAINT CYRIL BUILDINGS LLC. | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,450 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Central LA Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Central LA with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Central LA is at 1543 W. 37th Pl Los Angeles, CA 90018 listed at $1,100.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Central LA Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Central LA is $1,800.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Central LA Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Central LA is a 950 square feet unit starting from $2,650 at Mardi Gras Apartments.
What is the average size for South Central LA 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Central LA is currently 309 sq ft.
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