Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Los Angeles Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $900 (262 Rentals)

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property at 515 Landfair Ave

$1,627 - $1,683

14 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 7

515 Landfair Ave

Los AngelesCA90024

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3778 Mentone Ave, Unit 9
$1,695
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Studio Apartment Available Jun 15

3778 Mentone Ave, Unit 9

3778 Mentone AveLos Angeles, CA 90034
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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1321 Barry Ave, Unit 1
$1,795
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$1,795
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1321 Barry Ave, Unit 1

1321 Barry AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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9712 Cresta Dr, Unit B
$1,850
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$1,850
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9712 Cresta Dr, Unit B

9712 Cresta DrLos Angeles, CA 90035
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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3750 Midvale Ave, Unit 10
$1,950
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$1,950
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3750 Midvale Ave, Unit 10

3750 Midvale AveLos Angeles, CA 90034
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LA Alternatives: Find the Perfect Commuter City for Renting in the Los Angeles Metro Area

Get more breathing room without compromising proximity to LA. Our Los Angeles local expert breaks down the best neighboring cities for renting more affordable apartments with easier commutes.

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West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Los Angeles Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Los Angeles area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 547 Gayley Avenue priced from $1,300. 3667 Overland Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,380. Here are the most affordable West Los Angeles apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
547 Gayley Avenue1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,300
3667 Overland Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,380
1515 Colby AveUnit 1034BR,3BA$1,392
Wilshire MargotFurnished Co-Living Studio SuiteStudio,1BA$1,495
1775 Beloit Ave# 02A1BR,1BA$1,500
1275 Federal Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,548
945 Gayley, IncEfficiencyStudio,$1,550
Olive Co-LivingFurnished Co-Living Studio SuiteStudio,1BA$1,595
Luxe EastSS-190Studio,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Los Angeles, CA

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Los Angeles area is the $1.79 price per square foot 2+2.5 Model at 11263 Mississippi Ave in the in the Sawtelle neighborhood starting from $3,226. The second greatest value West Los Angeles apartment is the 2 Bedroom Plus Den Model at Eastborne Avenue Apartments starting at $3,495 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Westwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Los Angeles apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
11263 Mississippi Ave2+2.52BR,2.5BA$1.79
Eastborne Avenue Apartments2 Bedroom Plus Den2BR,2BA$2.33
433 Midvale - Student Housing at UCLAFloor Plan 33a (Shared Room)7BR,3BA$0.77
1539 Beloit AveUnit 3114BR,3BA$1.32
12323 Texas Ave2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.18
11260 Westminster Ave2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.18
1815 Greenfield Ave1Bd/1Ba1BR,1BA$1.85
10006 Palms BlvdNº 301 with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.14
Comma Barrington Co-LivingCo-Living | Freeway | 4 BR, 2 BA4BR,2BA$1.56
Olive Co-LivingFurnished Co-Living Studio SuiteStudio ,1BA$2.29

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Los Angeles, CA | Find Los Angeles Off-Campus Student Housing at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Southwestern Los Angeles, CA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Los Angeles Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Los Angeles?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Los Angeles is under $1,595.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Los Angeles?

The cheapest apartment in West Los Angeles is 547 Gayley Avenue which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in West Los Angeles costs $10,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Los Angeles?

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 131 regular apartments in West Los Angeles that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Los Angeles?

Cheap apartments in West Los Angeles have an average cost of $876 which is $9,124 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Los Angeles.

Expert Rental Resources

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