
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Athens Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,300 (36 Rentals)
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11242 S Budlong Ave, Unit 1

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
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1114 W 117th St

1132 W 120th St

12112 S Vermont Ave

11736 S Vermont Ave.

12100 S Vermont Ave

1741 W 120th St

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Academy Hall

Westhaven
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12056 S Vermont Ave

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12526 S Western Ave

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2030 W El Segundo Blvd, Unit 32

El Gardena Park

1838 W El Segundo Blvd

1930-1936 W El Segundo Blvd

1906 W El Segundo Blvd
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1902 W El Segundo Blvd

2110 W El Segundo Blvd.

1818 W. El Segundo Blvd.

1830 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 | $1,746 | $1,650 | $1,895 |
| West Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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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Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Athens, CA
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Athens area is the $2.53 price per square foot 2030 W El Segundo Blvd Model at 2030 W El Segundo Blvd, Unit 32 in the in the Hollypark neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value West Athens apartment is the 11251 S Mariposa Ave Model at 11251 S Mariposa Ave, Unit 11253 starting at $1,650 with a $3.30 price per square foot in the West Athens - Westmont 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030 W El Segundo Blvd, Unit 32 | 2030 W El Segundo Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 11251 S Mariposa Ave, Unit 11253 | 11251 S Mariposa Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
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