Cheap Homes for Rent in Paramount, CA from $1,300 (14 Rentals)

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property at 4986 Southern Ave
$1,480

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Base Rent$1,480

Total Monthly Price$1,480
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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4986 Southern Ave, Unit B

4986 Southern Ave
South GateCA90280
property at 5827 Rose Ave
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 22
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5827 Rose Ave

Long BeachCA90805
property at 11621 Center St
$1,750

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Base Rent$1,750

Total Monthly Price$1,750
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Oct 1
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11621 Center St

South GateCA90280

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property at 5970 Pepperwood Ave
$1,850

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Base Rent$1,850

Total Monthly Price$1,850
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1
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5970 Pepperwood Ave

LakewoodCA90712
property at 4986 Southern Ave
$1,950

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Base Rent$1,950

Total Monthly Price$1,950
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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4986 Southern Ave, Unit E

4986 Southern Ave
South GateCA90280

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Cheapest Available Paramount Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Paramount, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Northpointe in the Lakewood Mutuals neighborhood priced from $1,153. ARTESIA (Garden) in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Paramount apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northpointe1 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable1BR,1BA$1,153
ARTESIA (Garden)Deluxe StudioStudio,1BA$1,425
The Ray ApartmentsStudio - Plan BStudio,1BA$1,495
M-5729/5731 California Ave 7 Units0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,495
Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior HousingStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,499

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paramount, CA

As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paramount area is the $2.05 price per square foot 2 bed, 1 bath Model at 7314 Richfield in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Paramount apartment is the 22 E 56th St Model at 22 E 56th St, Unit 22 E 56th St starting at $1,100 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Bixby Knolls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Paramount apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7314 Richfield2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.05
22 E 56th St, Unit 22 E 56th St22 E 56th St1BR,1BA$0.92
San Marcos Village ApartmentsThe Avalon2BR,2BA$2.35
Compton2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.23
Palm St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.11
16131 Eucalyptus Ave1x11BR,1BA$2.18
Casa Monterey1 Bed 1 BATH1BR,1BA$2.33
5926 Atlantic Ave, Unit B5926 Atlantic Ave1BR,1BA$2.23
Northpointe1 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable1BR,1BA$1.56
Indiana Avenue Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.44

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Paramount, CA
Population: 54,387

Ranked #713

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Paramount

What type of rentals are currently available in Paramount?

There are currently 1486 Apartments for Rent in Paramount, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $3,800. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Paramount ranging from $1,300 to $5,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Paramount?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Paramount ranges from $1,300 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,055.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Paramount?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Paramount range from $2,550 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,595 to $4,395. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,595.

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