Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Whittier Neighborhood of Whittier, CA from $800 (18 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Whittier?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Uptown Whittier Studio Apartments | $1,637 | $1,625 | $1,650 |
Uptown Whittier 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,367 | $1,575 | $4,031 |
Uptown Whittier 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,996 | $2,195 | $4,594 |
Uptown Whittier 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,430 | $2,800 | $4,350 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Uptown Whittier Neighborhood of Whittier, CA.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Whittier Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown 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 $1,895. Here are the most affordable Uptown 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 | $1,895 |
Green Oaks Apartments, LLC. | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Citrus Court | 1BLS | 1BR,1BA | $2,028 |
Townhouse Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Whittier, CA
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Whittier area is the $2.80 price per square foot 7937 Newlin Ave Model at 7937 Newlin Ave, Unit D in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Uptown Whittier apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Magnolia Terrace Apartments starting at $2,650 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Whittier apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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7937 Newlin Ave, Unit D | 7937 Newlin Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.80 |
Magnolia Terrace Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
Townhouse Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.47 |
Arbor Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath UP | 2BR,2BA | $2.91 |
6321 Haviland Ave | 6321 Haviland Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.61 |
Altura at the Groves | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
Green Oaks Apartments, LLC. | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
Whittier Santa Fe Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
Alta Court Apartments | Downstairs Unit | Studio ,1BA | $3.25 |
7223 Washington Ave, Unit D | 7223 Washington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Uptown Whittier, Whittier, CA
Lou Henry Hoover Elementary
Walter F. Dexter Middle
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Getting Around the Uptown Whittier Neighborhood in Whittier, CA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Whittier Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Whittier?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Whittier is 5447 Norwalk Blvd which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Uptown Whittier costs $2,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown 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 Uptown Whittier that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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