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property at 6220 S Fairfax Ave

$1,600

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$1,600

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Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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6220 1/2 S Fairfax Avenue Unit

6220 S Fairfax Ave
Los AngelesCA90056

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property at 734 W Beach Ave

$1,695

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$1,695

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$1,695

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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734 W Beach Ave

InglewoodCA90302
property at 5601 W 78th St

$1,745

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$1,745

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5601 W 78th St, Unit 11

5601 W 78th St
Los AngelesCA90045
property at 12308 Braddock Dr

$1,899

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$1,899

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$1,899

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

12308 Braddock Dr

Culver CityCA90230

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property at 811 E Nutwood St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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811 E Nutwood St

InglewoodCA90301

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Westchester, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Westchester Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Westchester, CA is a Studio unit found at Concourse in the La Cienega neighborhood priced from $1,088. Centinela by Category in the Culver Crest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,197. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Westchester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ConcoursePetite Private SuiteStudio,1BA$1,088
Centinela by CategoryPrivate Bedroom in Shared 6 Bed 4 Bath - D1BR,1BA$1,197
Kelso0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,275
10302-6 Felton Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,365
10305 Buford Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,365
Centinela ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
10112 Felton Ave0+1Studio,1BA$1,431
HAWTHORNE WAYDeluxe Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL!...Studio,1BA$1,445
821-825 Victor AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,475
12306 GaleStudio - 12306 Gale AveStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westchester, CA and Nearby

As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westchester area is the $0.67 price per square foot Private Bedroom in Shared 6 Bed 4 Bath - D Model at Centinela by Category in the in the Culver Crest neighborhood starting from $1,197. The second greatest value Westchester apartment is the 4776 Don Miguel Dr Model at 4776 Don Miguel Dr, Unit 4776 starting at $3,300 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Culver Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westchester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Centinela by CategoryPrivate Bedroom in Shared 6 Bed 4 Bath - D1BR,1BA$0.67
4776 Don Miguel Dr, Unit 47764776 Don Miguel Dr2BR,2BA$1.94
Universe at the Sycamores Apartments3BR 2BA3BR,2BA$2.27
11311 Hawthorne Blvd11311 Hawthorne Blvd2BR,2BA$2.18
The Reef2 Bedroom + 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.15
7749-7755 Saint Bernard St62BR,2BA$2.23
1026 Larch St.2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.33
The Ambassador Apartments1+1 Standard1BR,1BA$2.23
Empress Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.99
Hampton Pointe ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.31

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Westchester

What type of rentals are currently available in Westchester?

There are currently 4213 Apartments for Rent in Westchester, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $9,437. There are also 337 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westchester ranging from $1,275 to $29,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Westchester?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Westchester ranges from $1,275 to $29,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,616.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Westchester?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Westchester range from $2,795 to $6,695, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,750 to $19,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,550.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.