
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Rancho Neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA from $1,200 (27 Rentals)
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7466 Rosemead

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9417 Tilmont St, Unit 9417 TIlmont Street

The Island Apartments

Rosemead Place

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6726 Keltonview

Collaro Apartment

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Seville Apartments

9242 Telegraph Rd

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8230-8234 Telegraph Rd

500 S Montebello Blvd

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Casa La Merced

812 W Mines Ave

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Rancho Studio Apartments | $1,706 | $1,595 | $2,500 |
| El Rancho 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,048 | $1,490 | $2,366 |
| El Rancho 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,612 | $2,200 | $3,150 |
| El Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,586 | $2,695 | $3,995 |
| El Rancho 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,495 | $4,495 | $4,495 |
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There are currently 27 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 7466 Rosemead priced from $1,595. Seville Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable El Rancho apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7466 Rosemead | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Seville Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Island Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Rosemead Place | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Village Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Rivera Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Fashion Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Sunshine Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Rancho, CA
As of March 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Rancho area is the $2.44 price per square foot 33D Model at River Gate Townhomes in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,990. The second greatest value El Rancho apartment is the 1305 Masser Pl Model at 1305 Masser Pl, Unit 3 starting at $3,000 with a $2.24 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Gate Townhomes | 33D | 3BR,3BA | $2.44 |
| 1305 Masser Pl, Unit 3 | 1305 Masser Pl | 3BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| 7901 Duchess Drive - Duchess Terrace | Three Bedroom + Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Las Flores Gardens Apartments | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| 244 S 10th St | 244 S 10th St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
| Orchard Plaza Apartments | M | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Park Victoria Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Beverly Villa | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Rosemead Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Village Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Rancho Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in El Rancho?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in El Rancho is under $1,900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in El Rancho?
The cheapest apartment in El Rancho is Village Apartments which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in El Rancho costs $4,495.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in El Rancho?
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 5 regular apartments in El Rancho 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 El Rancho?
Cheap apartments in El Rancho have an average cost of $139 which is $4,356 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in El Rancho.
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