
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Rancho Neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA from $1,000 (33 Rentals)
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The Island Apartments

Rosemead Place
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El Rancho, Pico Rivera, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Rancho?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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El Rancho Studio Apartments | $1,739 | $1,595 | $1,945 |
El Rancho 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,246 | $1,450 | $4,134 |
El Rancho 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,872 | $2,100 | $4,798 |
El Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,166 | $3,500 | $4,830 |
El Rancho 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $2,950 | $2,950 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the El Rancho Neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA.
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Cheapest Available El Rancho Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the El Rancho area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at The Island Apartments priced from $1,649. Rosemead Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable El Rancho apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Island Apartments | Studio (Medium) | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
Rosemead Place | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Glen Haven Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Park Victoria Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
5447 Norwalk Blvd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
California Villages Pico Rivera | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,983 |
Citrus Court | 1BLS | 1BR,1BA | $2,028 |
Tierra Del Sol | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
Somerset Apartments | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Rancho, CA
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Rancho area is the $2.32 price per square foot 33D Model at River Gate Townhomes in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value El Rancho apartment is the 6018 Norwalk Blvd Model at 6018 Norwalk Blvd, Unit #200 starting at $2,950 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Rancho apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River Gate Townhomes | 33D | 3BR,3BA | $2.32 |
6018 Norwalk Blvd, Unit #200 | 6018 Norwalk Blvd | 4BR,1BA | $2.46 |
Las Flores Gardens Apartments | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
Villa Rivera | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 |
Parc at 5 Apartments | One Bedroom Plan R | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
031 - Taylor Manor | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
Rosemead Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
Park Victoria Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
Glen Haven Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
7218 Whittier Blvd, Unit E | 7218 Whittier Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEl Rancho, Pico Rivera, CA
Ranked #6
Among neighborhoods in Pico Rivera, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the El Rancho Neighborhood in Pico Rivera, CA
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
58 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Rancho Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in El Rancho?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in El Rancho is at The Island Apartments listed at $1,649.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Rancho Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Rancho Apartment is $1,799 at Glen Haven Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Rancho Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Rancho is starting from $2,250 at Glen Haven Apartments.
What is the most affordable El Rancho Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap El Rancho Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Gate Townhomes and starts from $3,795.
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