
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast-Central Ave Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $600 (31 Rentals)
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1449 E 25th St

1447 E 25th St, Unit 1

West 27th Place

Adams Hill Lofts

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Adams

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3712 Maple Ave

South View

1276 E 41st St

1039 E 28th St

1120 E 25th St
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4216 Woodlawn Ave
Southeast-Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast-Central Ave?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast-Central Ave Studio Apartments | $1,757 | $1,125 | $2,455 |
| Southeast-Central Ave 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $600 | $2,473 |
| Southeast-Central Ave 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,479 | $1,129 | $4,000 |
| Southeast-Central Ave 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,987 | $2,600 | $3,668 |
| Southeast-Central Ave 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,170 | $924 | $1,419 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southeast-Central Ave Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available Southeast-Central Ave Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast-Central Ave area of Los Angeles, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at West 27th Place priced from $924. Adams Hill Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Southeast-Central Ave apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West 27th Place | D1B | 4BR,2BA | $924 |
| Adams Hill Lofts | Bachelor w/Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Bourbon Blue | Single | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| 225 W 25th St | Studio #14 | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Adams | 0 bed, 1 bath - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| 836 E 24th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| Jasper | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,294 |
| 1010 E 25th St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast-Central Ave, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast-Central Ave area is the $0.68 price per square foot D1B Model at West 27th Place in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $924. The second greatest value Southeast-Central Ave apartment is the 4177 Naomi Ave Model at 4177 Naomi Ave, Unit 4181 starting at $2,600 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast-Central Ave apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West 27th Place | D1B | 4BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| 4177 Naomi Ave, Unit 4181 | 4177 Naomi Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| 836 E 24th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 1157 E 42nd St, Unit 1157 E 42nd St. | 1157 E 42nd St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.46 |
| The Lorenzo Student Housing | 1x1 - Botticelli | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Adams | 0 bed, 1 bath - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.10 |
| Jasper | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.96 |
| Bourbon Blue | Single | Studio ,1BA | $3.56 |
| 225 W 25th St | Studio #14 | Studio ,1BA | $5.77 |
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Best Local Schools in Southeast-Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast-Central Ave Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southeast-Central Ave?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast-Central Ave is under $3,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast-Central Ave?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast-Central Ave is 225 W 25th St which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Southeast-Central Ave costs $4,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast-Central Ave?
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 2 regular apartments in Southeast-Central Ave that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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