
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Athens Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,300 (36 Rentals)
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11837 S Berendo Ave

11703 Berendo Ave

1906 W Imperial Hwy

11730-11734 Budlong Ave

862-866 W 126th St

11244 Van Buren Ave

11421 S Normandie Ave

1114 W 117th St
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1132 W 120th St

12112 S Vermont Ave

1731 - 1745 W. 120th St.

11736 S Vermont Ave.

12100 S Vermont Ave

1741 W 120th St

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12526 S Western Ave

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2214 W Imperial Hwy, Unit 2

El Gardena Park

1838 W El Segundo Blvd

1930-1936 W El Segundo Blvd

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1902 W El Segundo Blvd

2110 W El Segundo Blvd.

1830 El Segundo Blvd.

1818 W. El Segundo Blvd.

The Tropics

2126-2130 W. El Segundo Blvd.

2114-2118 W El Segundo Blvd

1822 W. El Segundo Blvd

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West Athens, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $1,599 | $1,850 |
| West Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,365 | $2,150 | $2,647 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Athens Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available West Athens Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12036 S Vermont Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Amazing 2 bedroom & 1 bathroom unit - Los Angeles! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,647 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Athens, CA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Athens area is the $3.11 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Amazing 2 bedroom & 1 bathroom unit - Los Angeles! in the in the North Gardena neighborhood starting from $2,647. The second greatest value West Athens apartment is the 2214 W Imperial Hwy Model at 2214 W Imperial Hwy, Unit 2 starting at $1,800 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Imperial Highway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Athens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazing 2 bedroom & 1 bathroom unit - Los Angeles! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| 2214 W Imperial Hwy, Unit 2 | 2214 W Imperial Hwy | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 12036 S Vermont Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Athens Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Athens?
The cheapest apartment in West Athens is 12036 S Vermont Ave which is listed at $1,599, while the average apartment in West Athens costs $2,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Athens?
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 1 regular apartments in West Athens that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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