
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Whittier Neighborhood of Whittier, CA from $1,500 (38 Rentals)
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Malibu Apartments

14119 Mulberry Dr.

Mulberry Gardens

Ben Hur Apartments

12809 Oak St

7757 Comstock Ave

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13802 Ramona Dr

Stephens Apartments

7902 S Milton Ave

8814-8816 Highland Ave

14023 Dicky St

7906 Milton Ave

7959 Bright Ave

13824 Christine Dr

7952-7954 Newlin Ave
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14310 Christine Dr

13840 Christine Dr

12814 Oak St

13251 Mulberry Dr

10018 Ben Hur Ave

7763-7765 Comstock Ave

7751-7753 Milton Ave

8326 Sargent Ave

8360 Sargent Ave
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7918 Painter Ave

Whittier Park Place

Crestwood Apartments

14316 Christine Dr.

Centre Pointe Apartments

Oak Street Garden

10002 Ben Hur Ave

13305 Mulberry Dr

Mulberry Apartments
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14641 Christine Dr

8112 Painter Ave
East Whittier, Whittier, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Whittier?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Whittier 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,088 | $1,825 | $2,600 |
| East Whittier 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $2,250 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Whittier Neighborhood of Whittier, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Whittier Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Whittier area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 8823 Ocean View Ave priced from $1,800. Bright Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable East Whittier apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8823 Ocean View Ave | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Bright Manor | Bright Manor 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| 14119 Mulberry Dr. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Malibu Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| Catalina Luxury Apartments | Leon 306 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Mulberry Gardens | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $2,550 |
| Cierra Apartment Homes | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Whittier, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Whittier area is the $2.43 price per square foot 2BR Model at Mulberry Gardens in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value East Whittier apartment is the B1 Model at Cierra Apartment Homes starting at $3,500 with a $3.50 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Whittier apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mulberry Gardens | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Cierra Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
| Malibu Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Catalina Luxury Apartments | Leon 306 | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| 8823 Ocean View Ave | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Bright Manor | Bright Manor 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 14119 Mulberry Dr. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Whittier Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Whittier Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Whittier Apartment is $1,800 at 8823 Ocean View Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Whittier Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Whittier is starting from $2,500 at 14119 Mulberry Dr..
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