
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Whittier Neighborhood of Santa Fe Springs, CA from $1,100 (47 Rentals)
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Leffingwell Apartment Complex

Marbella

Los Olivos Apartments

Villa De Oro Apartments

Villa Los Pinos

Mulberry Gardens

11839 Loma Dr

14053 Leffingwell Rd
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10071 Carmenita Rd

12211 Inez St

The Nook

14106-14110 Leffingwell Rd

Leffingwell Townhouse Apartments

Ben Hur Apartments

14023 Dicky St

11760 Corley Dr

11717-11723 Colima Rd
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13251 Mulberry Dr

Residential Condominiums

11714 Painter Ave

Candlewood Villas

10018 Ben Hur Ave

13931 Coteau Dr

Candlewood Villas

14209 Broadway

11522 Colima Rd
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Coteau Ridge

14119 Mulberry Dr.

Brighton Place

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Sandpiper Apartments

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Flair House

Pine Terrace
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14209 Syracuse Dr

Sundance Vista

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10002 Ben Hur Ave

Tahoe Manor

Telacu Villa Hermosa

10124 Laurel Ave

Mulberry Apartments

Sunshine Terrace Apartments
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13305 Mulberry Dr

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Whittier Studio Apartments | $1,843 | $1,695 | $1,990 |
| South Whittier 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,206 | $1,795 | $2,895 |
| South Whittier 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,815 | $2,195 | $3,695 |
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 1 Bed unit found at 14125 Coteau Dr priced from $1,795. Los Olivos Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,890. Here are the most affordable South Whittier apartments for rent in Santa Fe Springs, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14125 Coteau Dr | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Los Olivos Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| Villa Los Pinos | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Mulberry Gardens | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $2,550 |
| Leffingwell Apartment Complex | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Whittier, CA
As of April 28, 2026 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 $2,990 with a $2.99 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mulberry Gardens | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Leffingwell Apartment Complex | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Villa Los Pinos | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 14125 Coteau Dr | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Los Olivos Apartments | Studio All Utilities Included | Studio ,1BA | $3.79 |
| 13945 Flomar Dr, Unit B | 13945 Flomar Dr | Studio ,1BA | $7.20 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, CA
Carmela Elementary
Frontier High (Continuation)
Richard L. Graves Middle
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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 $1,795 at 14125 Coteau Dr.
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 $2,195 at 14125 Coteau Dr.
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