Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 90038 ZIP Code of Los Angeles, CA from $300 (25 Rentals)

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El Capri
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

El Capri

6126 Eleanor AveLos Angeles, CA 90038
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SM Hollywood Studios
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

SM Hollywood Studios

5640 Santa Monica BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90038

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6112 W. Eleanor Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6112 W. Eleanor Ave

6112 Eleanor AveLos Angeles, CA 90038
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5607 Virginia Avenue
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5607 Virginia Avenue

5607 Virginia AveLos Angeles, CA 90038
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Virginia Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Virginia Apartments

5637 Virginia AveLos Angeles, CA 90038
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El Centro Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

El Centro Apartments

1136-1160 N El Centro AveLos Angeles, CA 90038
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6052 Romaine St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6052 Romaine St

6052 Romaine StLos Angeles, CA 90038

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Lamlex La Mirada
Studio Apartments

Lamlex La Mirada

5617 La Mirada AveLos Angeles, CA 90038
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920 N El Centro Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

920 N El Centro Ave

920 N El Centro AveLos Angeles, CA 90038
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1223 N Beachwood Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1223 N Beachwood Dr

1223 N Beachwood DrLos Angeles, CA 90038
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1011 Wilcox Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1011 Wilcox Ave

1011 Wilcox AveLos Angeles, CA 90038
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Lillian Way Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lillian Way Apartments

750-760 Lillian WayLos Angeles, CA 90038
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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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1301 N Mansfield Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1301 N Mansfield Ave

1301 N Mansfield AveLos Angeles, CA 90028
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap the 90038 ZIP Code Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in 90038?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in 90038 is at Ella listed at $1,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom 90038 Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom 90038 Apartment is $1,199 at Element at Kirkwood.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom 90038 Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in 90038 is starting from $1,349 at Element at Kirkwood.

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