6321 Gretna Ave
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Whittier Neighborhood of Whittier, CA from $800 (53 Rentals)
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13212 Beverly Blvd, Unit 13212
13212 Beverly BlvdWhittier, CA 90601
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$1,625 - $1,695Studio Apartments Available Now
Alta Court Apartments
6325 Alta AveWhittier, CA 90601
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7737 Bright Ave
7737 Bright AveWhittier, CA 90602
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5447 Norwalk Blvd.
5447 Norwalk BlvdWhittier, CA 90601
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$1,825 - $1,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available May 16
Bright Manor
7746 Bright AveWhittier, CA 90602
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7052 Friends Avenue
7052 Friends AveWhittier, CA 90602
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7321 Milton Ave, Unit D, Unit D
7321 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90602
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6335 Comstock Ave
6335 Comstock AveWhittier, CA 90601
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Mar Vista
13502 Mar Vista StWhittier, CA 90602
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6251 Milton Ave
6251 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90601
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7346 Bright Ave
7346 Bright AveWhittier, CA 90602
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Townhouse Apartments
13433 Camilla StWhittier, CA 90601
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7638 Newlin Ave, Unit Uptown Whittier, Unit Uptown Whittier
7638 Newlin AveWhittier, CA 90602
13729 Penn St
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7339 Milton Ave
WhittierCA90602
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Arbor Ridge
13708 Via Del Palma AveWhittier, CA 90602
7705 Bright Ave
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7341 Newlin Ave
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Altura at The Groves
11821 Skylark CirWhittier, CA 90606
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6519 Broadway Ave
WhittierCA90606
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6324 Greenleaf Ave
6324 Greenleaf AveWhittier, CA 90601
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6013 Milton Ave
6013 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90601
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10736-10742 Shire Pl
10736-10742 Shire PlWhittier, CA 90601
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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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7642 Comstock Ave
7642 Comstock AveWhittier, CA 90602
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Spanish Gate
7632 Newlin AveWhittier, CA 90602
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7622 Pickering Ave
7622 Pickering AveWhittier, CA 90602
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Royal Village
7642-7646 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90602
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13704 Franklin St
13704 Franklin StWhittier, CA 90602
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Beverly Glen Apartments
12617 Beverly BlvdWhittier, CA 90601
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Broadway Cottages
11613-11619 BroadwayWhittier, CA 90601
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7638 Milton Ave
7638 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90602
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6535 Pickering Ave
6535 Pickering AveWhittier, CA 90601
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6553 Newlin Ave
6553 Newlin AveWhittier, CA 90601
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Villa Mar Vista
13507 Mar Vista StWhittier, CA 90602
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11811 Beverly
11811-11817 Beverly BlvdWhittier, CA 90601
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Comstock Ave
5848 Comstock AveWhittier, CA 90601
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Green Oaks Apartments, LLC.
6257 Comstock AveWhittier, CA 90601
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Milton Ave
7613 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90602
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6031 Greenleaf Ave
6031 Greenleaf AveWhittier, CA 90601
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Stonehill Apartment Complex
13625 Mar Vista StWhittier, CA 90602
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Comstock Apartments
5837 Comstock AveWhittier, CA 90601
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Bright & Wardman Apartments
7202-7208 Bright AveWhittier, CA 90602
12207 Hadley St
WhittierCA90601
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5453 Norwalk Blvd.
5453 Norwalk BlvdWhittier, CA 90601
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New Orleans
7017 Milton AveWhittier, CA 90602
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The Milton
6246 Milton 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 | $1,680 | $1,650 | $1,695 |
| Downtown Whittier 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,628 | $1,600 | $4,402 |
| Downtown Whittier 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,296 | $2,195 | $6,023 |
| Downtown Whittier 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,912 | $2,850 | $8,562 |
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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. 5447 Norwalk Blvd. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Downtown Whittier apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Alta Court Apartments | Upstairs Unit | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| 5447 Norwalk Blvd. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 7052 Friends Avenue | One Bedroom + One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| 6335 Comstock Ave | Plan A 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Bright & Wardman Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| Mar Vista | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Townhouse Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Arbor Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath UP | 2BR,2BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Whittier, CA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Whittier area is the $2.75 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Model at Magnolia Terrace Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Downtown Whittier apartment is the 7638 Newlin Ave Model at 7638 Newlin Ave, Unit Uptown Whittier starting at $2,650 with a $2.79 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 | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 7638 Newlin Ave, Unit Uptown Whittier | 7638 Newlin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Townhouse Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.52 |
| Arbor Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath DN | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| 7346 Bright Ave | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| 7321 Milton Ave, Unit D | 7321 Milton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 6335 Comstock Ave | Plan C 1BD+Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 7052 Friends Avenue | One Bedroom + One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Bright & Wardman Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Mar Vista | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Whittier, Whittier, CA
Longfellow Elementary
Whittier City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (499)
6 out of 10
Walter F. Dexter Middle
Whittier City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (610)
3 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 $2,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Whittier?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Whittier is 5447 Norwalk Blvd. which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Downtown Whittier costs $3,994.
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 3 regular apartments in Downtown Whittier that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Whittier?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Whittier have an average cost of $680 which is $3,314 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Whittier.
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