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property at 5601 W 78th St

$1,745

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5601 W 78th St, Unit 12, Unit 12

5601 W 78th St
Los AngelesCA90045

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property at 12308 Braddock Dr

$1,899

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$1,899

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 15

12308 Braddock Dr

Culver CityCA90230
property at 8436 Lilienthal Ave

$1,900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8436 Lilienthal Ave

Los AngelesCA90045

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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. 821 N Eucalyptus Ave ( 216 W Plymouth St ) in the Culver Crest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,288. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Westchester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ConcoursePetite Private SuiteStudio,1BA$1,088
821 N Eucalyptus Ave ( 216 W Plymouth St )0+1Studio,1BA$1,288
10600 S. Inglewood Blvd.StudioStudio,1BA$1,335
10305 Buford Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,365
10302-6 Felton Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,365
10112 Felton Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,380
Centinela ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
821-825 Victor AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westchester, CA and Nearby

As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westchester area is the $1.29 price per square foot 12520 Oxford Ave Model at 12520 Oxford Ave, Unit B in the in the Fusion at South Bay neighborhood starting from $2,550. 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.
12520 Oxford Ave, Unit B12520 Oxford Ave2BR,1.5BA$1.29
4776 Don Miguel Dr, Unit 47764776 Don Miguel Dr2BR,2BA$1.94
514 W Olive Inglewood3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$2.00
4253 S Centinela Ave2BR2BR,1BA$1.96
701 S Osage Ave, Unit 3701 S Osage Ave2BR,1BA$2.07
11311 Hawthorne Blvd, Unit 1211311 Hawthorne Blvd1BR,2BA$2.09
1026 Larch St.2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.33
1750 E Sycamore Ave, Unit c1750 E Sycamore Ave1BR,1BA$2.32
Hampton Pointe Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.31
Marquis Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.13

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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 4215 Apartments for Rent in Westchester, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,119 to $9,278. There are also 388 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westchester ranging from $1,250 to $35,000.

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 $1,250 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,114.

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 $2,700 to $8,950, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,020 to $19,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,695.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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