
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Whittier Neighborhood of Whittier, CA from $1,200 (24 Rentals)
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South Whittier, Whittier, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Whittier?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Whittier 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $1,850 | $2,850 |
South Whittier 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,092 | $2,595 | $3,695 |
South Whittier 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,490 | $3,490 | $3,490 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Whittier Neighborhood of Whittier, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Whittier Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Whittier area of Los Angeles, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Lakeland Apartments priced from $1,763. Tahoe Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable South Whittier apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lakeland Apartments | Two Bedroom / One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,763 |
Tahoe Manor | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Leffingwell Apartment Complex | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,490 |
Carmenita Townhouse Apartments | 2 BDRM/1.5 BATH TOWNHOUSE | 2BR,1BA | $3,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Whittier, CA
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Whittier area is the $2.01 price per square foot Two Bedroom / One Bathroom Model at Lakeland Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $1,763. The second greatest value South Whittier apartment is the 2 BDRM/1.5 BATH TOWNHOUSE Model at Carmenita Townhouse Apartments starting at $3,045 with a $3.48 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Whittier apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lakeland Apartments | Two Bedroom / One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
Carmenita Townhouse Apartments | 2 BDRM/1.5 BATH TOWNHOUSE | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.48 |
14029 Dicky St, Unit C | 14029 Dicky St | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Leffingwell Apartment Complex | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
Tahoe Manor | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Whittier Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Whittier Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Whittier Apartment is $1,795 at Tahoe Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Whittier Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Whittier is starting from $1,763 at Lakeland Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Whittier Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Whittier Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeland Apartments and starts from $2,175.
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