
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central San Pedro Neighborhood of San Pedro, CA from $1,000 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central San Pedro area of San Pedro.


Harbor Terrace

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572 W 1st St, Unit 572, Unit 572

City View Apartments

Bayside Terrace 55 Senior Apartments

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820 W Sepulveda St, Unit 820, Unit 820

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527 1/2 W 19th St

657 W Oliver St
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Portside Studio Apartments

Vista Del Puerto Apartments

1024-1032 W 1st St

626 W 7th St

Harbor Villas

The Cabrillo (shared restroom)

643 W 7th St

Samoan Sea Apartments

1318 S Pacific Ave
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322-330 w 9th St

685 W 23rd St

Villa Terrasini

685 W 4th St

1111 W 14th St

626 W 6th St

654 W 12th St

240-268 W Santa Cruz St

El Descanso
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927 W 9th

1057 W 14th St

469 W Oliver St

Harbor Riviera

Ocean View Apartments

San Pedro Apartments

404 W 4th St

527 W 15th St, Unit 24

1318 S Pacific Ave, Unit 15
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359 W Amar St, Unit 361

400 S Gaffey St

2117 S Gaffey St

664 W 3rd St

951-951 W 18th St

1027 W 12th St

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1055 W 7th St, Unit 1055, Unit 1055

534 W 14th St

1025 W 12th St
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426-430 W 22nd St

543 W 5th St
Central San Pedro, San Pedro, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central San Pedro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central San Pedro Studio Apartments | $2,422 | $1,600 | $3,334 |
| Central San Pedro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,536 | $1,445 | $3,720 |
| Central San Pedro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,253 | $2,000 | $4,875 |
| Central San Pedro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,983 | $3,500 | $4,804 |
| Central San Pedro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $3,800 | $4,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central San Pedro Neighborhood of San Pedro, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central San Pedro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central San Pedro area of San Pedro, CA is a Studio unit found at The Cabrillo (shared restroom) priced from $1,199. 322-330 w 9th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Central San Pedro apartments for rent in San Pedro, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cabrillo (shared restroom) | Studio with Shared Restroom | Studio, | $1,199 |
| 322-330 w 9th St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| 685 W 4th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Bridgeport View Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Harbor Terrace | Single/1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,682 |
| La Villa Mesa | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| City View Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Bayside Terrace 55 Senior Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Ocean View Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Pedro, CA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central San Pedro area is the $2.16 price per square foot 1031 W 12th St Model at 1031 W 12th St, Unit 1031 in the in the East Rancho Palos Verdes neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Central San Pedro apartment is the Studio Model at San Pedro Bank Lofts starting at $2,325 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Vinegar Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central San Pedro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1031 W 12th St, Unit 1031 | 1031 W 12th St | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.16 |
| San Pedro Bank Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.74 |
| 561 W 17th St, Unit 561 | 561 W 17th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 555 W 20th St. | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| 1107 W 23rd St, Unit B | 1107 W 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| 1838 S Grand Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| City View Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Bridgeport View Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 572 W 1st St, Unit 572 | 572 W 1st St | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Bayside Terrace 55 Senior Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral San Pedro, San Pedro, CA
Ranked #2
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central San Pedro, San Pedro, CA
Cabrillo Avenue Elementary
San Pedro Senior High
Richard Henry Dana Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central San Pedro Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central San Pedro?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central San Pedro is at The Cabrillo (shared restroom) listed at $1,199.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central San Pedro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central San Pedro Apartment is $1,600 at Bridgeport View Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central San Pedro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central San Pedro is starting from $2,295 at 914 Alma Street.
What is the most affordable Central San Pedro Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central San Pedro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Thrive on 5th and starts from $3,795.
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