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West Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Los Angeles Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Sawtelle-1661 in the Sawtelle neighborhood priced from $1,195. Sepulveda Court in the Studio Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Los Angeles apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sawtelle-1661Apt-BachelorStudio,1BA$1,195
Sepulveda CourtBachelor Efficiency NO KITCHENStudio,1BA$1,295
Wilshire MargotFurnished Co-Living Studio SuiteStudio,1BA$1,395
Darlington Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,500
1815 10th St2x12BR,1BA$1,500
10340-10360 Bellwood Ave136Studio,1BA$1,550
Rochester GardensStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,550
1641 Westgate Avenue,0x1Studio,1BA$1,575
Brentfair TowersBachelor Studio + 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,575

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Los Angeles, CA and Nearby

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Los Angeles area is the $2.13 price per square foot 3 BED 2 BATH Model at Chateau Barry Apartments in the in the Sawtelle neighborhood starting from $5,295. The second greatest value West Los Angeles apartment is the 10682 Kinnard Ave Model at 10682 Kinnard Ave, Unit 10682 starting at $4,595 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Westwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Los Angeles apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chateau Barry Apartments3 BED 2 BATH3BR,2BA$2.13
10682 Kinnard Ave, Unit 1068210682 Kinnard Ave3BR,2BA$2.19
433 Midvale - Student Housing at UCLAFloor Plan 33b (Shared Room)7BR,3BA$0.73
1515 Colby AveUnit PH64BR,3BA$1.05
1539 Beloit AveUnit 2034BR,3BA$1.08
Barrington Terrace2 bed2BR,1.5BA$2.26
10571 National Blvd, Unit D10571 National Blvd2BR,1BA$2.21
Wiseman at Mayfield Swell2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.21
Comma Barrington4BR/2BA - Freeway4BR,2BA$2.05
1815 10th St2x12BR,1BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #23

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around West Los Angeles, CA

Walk Score®

87 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

82 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

64 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 West Los Angeles Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Los Angeles?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Los Angeles is at Sawtelle-1661 listed at $1,195.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Los Angeles Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Los Angeles Apartment is $1,695 at 624 Hilgard Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Los Angeles Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Los Angeles is starting from $1,500 at 1815 10th St.

What is the most affordable West Los Angeles Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Los Angeles Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at EP and starts from $3,090.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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