Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Whittier Neighborhood of Whittier, CA from $1,200 (26 Rentals)

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11839 Loma Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

11839 Loma Dr

11839 Loma DrWhittier, CA 90604

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12211 Inez St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

12211 Inez St

12211 Inez StWhittier, CA 90605
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Ben Hur Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ben Hur Apartments

10006 Ben Hur AveWhittier, CA 90605
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14023 Dicky St
1 Bedroom Apartments

14023 Dicky St

14023 Dicky StWhittier, CA 90605
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13931 Coteau Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

13931 Coteau Dr

13931 Coteau DrWhittier, CA 90604

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10018 Ben Hur Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10018 Ben Hur Ave

10018 Ben Hur AveWhittier, CA 90605
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11714 Painter Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

11714 Painter Ave

11714 Painter AveWhittier, CA 90605
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Candlewood Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

Candlewood Villas

11735 Valley View AveWhittier, CA 90604
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Coteau Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coteau Ridge

14035 Coteau DrWhittier, CA 90604

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Flair House
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Flair House

11906 Valley View AveWhittier, CA 90604
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10002 Ben Hur Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

10002 Ben Hur Ave

10002 Ben Hur AveWhittier, CA 90605
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Sundance Vista
Studio Apartments

Sundance Vista

10850 Laurel AveWhittier, CA 90605
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Tahoe Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tahoe Manor

14101-14115 Leffingwell RdWhittier, CA 90604
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10124 Laurel Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

10124 Laurel Ave

10124 Laurel AveWhittier, CA 90605

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South Whittier, Whittier, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Whittier Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Whittier area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 14119 Mulberry Dr. priced from $2,050. Lakeland Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,202. Here are the most affordable South Whittier apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
14119 Mulberry Dr.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,050
Lakeland ApartmentsTwo Bedroom / One Bathroom2BR,1BA$2,202
Leffingwell Apartment Complex1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,490
Alivia TownhomesTownhome + Private Balcony2BR,2BA$3,345
Carmenita Townhouse Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse3BR,1BA$3,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Whittier, CA

As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Whittier area is the $3.38 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse Model at Carmenita Townhouse Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value South Whittier apartment is the Two Bedroom / One Bathroom Model at Lakeland Apartments starting at $2,202 with a $2.51 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carmenita Townhouse Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse3BR,1.5BA$3.38
Lakeland ApartmentsTwo Bedroom / One Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.51
Leffingwell Apartment Complex1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.56
14119 Mulberry Dr.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.10

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Whittier, Whittier, CA

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

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2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Los Angeles, California. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 $2,050 at 14119 Mulberry Dr..

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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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