Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Whittier Neighborhood of Whittier, CA from $1,500 (5 Rentals)

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property at 6218 Friends Ave

$1,525

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$1,525

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$1,525

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 5

6218 Friends Ave

WhittierCA90601

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property at 6318 Haviland Ave

$2,000

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$2,000

Total Monthly Price
$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

6318 Haviland Ave

WhittierCA90601

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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 1 Bed unit found at 5447 Norwalk Blvd. priced from $1,795. Bright Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable Downtown Whittier apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
5447 Norwalk Blvd.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,795
Bright ManorBright Manor 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,825
6335 Comstock AvePlan A 1BD1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Whittier, CA

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Whittier area is the $2.33 price per square foot Two Bedroom + One Bath Model at 7052 Friends Avenue in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Downtown Whittier apartment is the Townhouse Model at Townhouse Apartments starting at $2,395 with a $2.52 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7052 Friends AvenueTwo Bedroom + One Bath2BR,1BA$2.33
Townhouse ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$2.52
6257 Friends Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.13
Arbor Ridge1 Bed 1 Bath UP1BR,1BA$3.27
6335 Comstock AvePlan C 1BD+Den1BR,1BA$3.06
Altura at The GrovesA1B1BR,1BA$4.01
6309 Gregory Ave, Unit A6309 Gregory Ave1BR,1BA$2.71
7346 Bright Ave2x12BR,1BA$3.53
Bright ManorBright Manor 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.15
7327 Newlin Ave, Unit L7327 Newlin AveStudio ,1BA$4.03

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Downtown Whittier, Whittier, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Whittier

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Whittier?

There are currently 365 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Whittier, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,450 to $4,995. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Whittier ranging from $1,525 to $6,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Whittier?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Whittier ranges from $1,525 to $6,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,455.

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