Cheap Homes for Rent in South Central LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $700 (33 Rentals)

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property at 1227 W 37th Dr

1227 W 37th Dr

Los AngelesCA90007
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1163 W 38th St

Los AngelesCA90037
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1343 W 36th St

Los AngelesCA90007
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South Central LA, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Central LA Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central LA area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at MIXC at 1333 priced from $985. Manchester Senior Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,023. Here are the most affordable South Central LA apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MIXC at 1333Nano Suite1BR,1BA$985
Manchester Senior HousingSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,023
West 27th PlaceD1B4BR,2BA$1,135
Adams Hill Lofts LLCBachelor w/KitchenetteStudio,1BA$1,149
43rd Place ApartmentsStudio 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,195
1296 W Jefferson BlvdSingleStudio,1BA$1,200
University Gateway2b - Renovated2BR,2BA$1,230
Draco Apartments1073 Exposition Blvd Unit 204 Private Room2BR,2BA$1,250
The Kansas0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,300
10404 S Main St10404 S Main StStudio,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central LA, CA

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central LA area is the $0.57 price per square foot Private room at 1226 W37th Pl Model at 1224 W 37th Pl Student Housing in the in the Figueroa Corridor neighborhood starting from $1,338. The second greatest value South Central LA apartment is the 2/1 Model at 10626 S. Budlong Ave. starting at $1,950 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the South Central LA neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central LA apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1224 W 37th Pl Student HousingPrivate room at 1226 W37th Pl1BR,1BA$0.57
10626 S. Budlong Ave.2/12BR,1BA$0.91
1311 Exposition Blvd, Unit Exposition Left Unit1311 Exposition Blvd2BR,1BA$1.78
Icon PlazaD34BR,2BA$1.35
5263 S Figueroa St, Unit Bottomrightunit5263 S Figueroa St3BR,1BA$1.96
Hub LA Coliseum4x3 A4BR,3BA$1.93
8730-8744 S FIGUEROA ST3x23BR,2BA$2.06
1186 W 37th PlPrivate Room at 3430 Walton Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
849 W 43rd St849 W 43rd St1BR,1BA$1.58
Harvard Yard and Glenmary Senior AffordableB1 Harvard Yard2BR,1BA$1.81

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South Central La, Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #187

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central LA

What type of rentals are currently available in South Central LA?

There are currently 2370 Apartments for Rent in South Central LA, CA with pricing that ranges from $982 to $5,700. There are also 262 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central LA ranging from $700 to $12,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Central LA?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Central LA ranges from $700 to $12,400 with an average monthly rent of $4,503.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Central LA?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Central LA range from $1,150 to $5,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,399 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.

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