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6324 Greenleaf Ave
6324 Greenleaf AveWhittier, CA 90601
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Whittier Neighborhood of Whittier, CA from $800 (6 Rentals)
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6013 Milton Ave
6013 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90601
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
10736-10742 Shire Pl
10736-10742 Shire PlWhittier, CA 90601
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
The Aristocrat Apartments
7327 Pickering AveWhittier, CA 90602
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Pacific Grove Apartments
6307 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90601
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5837 Pickering Ave
5837 Pickering AveWhittier, CA 90601
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Downtown Whittier, Whittier, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Whittier?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Whittier Studio Apartments | $1,693 | $1,625 | $1,750 |
| Downtown Whittier 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,598 | $1,750 | $3,813 |
| Downtown Whittier 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,150 | $2,150 | $5,934 |
| Downtown Whittier 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,130 | $3,295 | $7,451 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Whittier Neighborhood of Whittier, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Whittier Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Whittier area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Alta Court Apartments priced from $1,625. Bright Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Downtown Whittier apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Court Apartments | Upstairs Unit | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| Bright Manor | Bright Manor 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 7240 Bright Avenue - The Villas at Uptown | One Bedroom + One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Whittier, CA
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Whittier area is the $2.57 price per square foot 3BR/2BA Model at Magnolia Terrace Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Downtown Whittier apartment is the Townhouse Model at Townhouse Apartments starting at $2,495 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Whittier apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Magnolia Terrace Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Townhouse Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.63 |
| Arbor Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath DN | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 7321 Milton Ave, Unit D | 7321 Milton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Altura at The Groves | A2A | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| 6335 Comstock Ave | Plan C 1BD+Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 6251 Milton Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Bright Manor | Bright Manor 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Alta Court Apartments | Downstairs Unit | Studio ,1BA | $3.25 |
| 6232 Milton Ave, Unit 6232 | 6232 Milton Ave | Studio ,1BA | $4.27 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Whittier, Whittier, CA
Longfellow Elementary
Whittier City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (485)
6 out of 10
Walter F. Dexter Middle
Whittier City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (677)
4 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Whittier Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Whittier?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Whittier is under $2,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Whittier?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Whittier is Bright Manor which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Downtown Whittier costs $3,635.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Whittier?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Downtown Whittier that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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