
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the South Central LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA (259 Rentals)
Apartments in the South Central LA area of Los Angeles with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


The Lorenzo

1587 W 35th St

1366 West 35th St

1249 W. 39th Place

University Gateway

Orion 668

Adams Hill Lofts

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Jefferson Flats Apartments
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The Cascades

The 505(CA)

F78--1168 W. 36th Place

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Mimmim Town Homes

1587 W 35th Pl

West 27th Place

Icon Plaza

6306 S. Vermont Ave
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5706 S St Andrews Pl

617, 617 1/2, 619 W 83rd St.

4801 S Hoover St

237-239 E 81st St

3721 Wall St

10512-10514 S San Pedro St

3102 Raymond Ave

530 W 59th Pl

3554 - 3556 S. Budlong Ave

3417 Catalina St.
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Avalon Hacienda

6420 S Vermont Ave

932 W 66th St

6915 S Harvard Blvd

945 W 62nd Pl

948 W 61st St

7530 Brighton Ave

1116 W 58th Plz

6301 S Hoover St

821 W 62nd St
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6808 S Hoover St

7106-7110 S Hoover St

1144 W 57th St

6926 Bonsallo Ave

1033 W 57th St

5840-5848 S Hoover St

7727 S Western Ave

1513 W 81st St

2051-2053 1/2 W Florence Ave

5846 Estrella Ave
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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 | $1,830 | $1,000 | $3,700 |
| South Central LA 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,985 | $800 | $5,200 |
| South Central LA 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $1,190 | $3,700 |
| South Central LA 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,939 | $1,150 | $6,500 |
| South Central LA 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $1,040 | $5,200 |
| South Central LA 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,862 | $999 | $7,330 |
| South Central LA 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,150 | $8,100 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Central La, Los Angeles, CA
Ranked #183
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central LA
How much are Studio apartments in South Central LA?
There are currently 888 Studio Apartments in South Central LA with rent ranges from $985 to $3,700 with an average price of $4,737.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Central LA Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Central LA ranges from $800 to $5,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,985.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central LA cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Central LA range from $1,190 to $3,700. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,923.
How expensive are South Central LA Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 699 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Central LA on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,150 to $6,500 - averaging $2,939 for the location.
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