
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Whittier Neighborhood of Santa Fe Springs, CA from $1,000 (47 Rentals)
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South Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Whittier?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Whittier Studio Apartments | $1,861 | $1,695 | $2,000 |
South Whittier 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,414 | $1,825 | $2,850 |
South Whittier 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,999 | $2,250 | $3,695 |
South Whittier 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,549 | $3,549 | $3,549 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Whittier Neighborhood of Santa Fe Springs, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Whittier Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Whittier area of Santa Fe Springs, CA is a Studio unit found at Villa De Oro Apartments priced from $1,695. Crestwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,035. Here are the most affordable South Whittier apartments for rent in Santa Fe Springs, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Villa De Oro Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,035 |
Los Olivos Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,060 |
Lakeland Apartments | Two Bedroom / One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,202 |
Mulberry Gardens | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $2,550 |
Alivia Townhomes | Residence + Private Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,635 |
Leffingwell Apartment Complex | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,890 |
Carmenita Townhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Whittier, CA
As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Whittier area is the $2.43 price per square foot 2BR Model at Mulberry Gardens in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value South Whittier apartment is the 2 Bed/ 2 Bath Model at Leffingwell Apartment Complex starting at $2,890 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Whittier apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Mulberry Gardens | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
Leffingwell Apartment Complex | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
Lakeland Apartments | Two Bedroom / One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
Carmenita Townhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.43 |
Alivia Townhomes | Executive Residence + Private Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
Los Olivos Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
Villa De Oro Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.24 |
13945 Flomar Dr, Unit B | 13945 Flomar Dr | Studio ,1BA | $8.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, CA
Ranked #4
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, CA
Carmela Elementary
Frontier High (Continuation)
Richard L. Graves Middle
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Getting Around the South Whittier Neighborhood in Santa Fe Springs, CA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Whittier Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Whittier Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Whittier Apartment is $1,825 at Villa De Oro Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Whittier Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Whittier is starting from $2,202 at Lakeland Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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