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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bell?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Bell Studio Apartments | $1,416 | $1,065 | $1,900 |
Cheap Bell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,885 | $1,500 | $2,175 |
Cheap Bell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,330 | $1,995 | $2,585 |
Cheap Bell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,083 | $2,395 | $3,595 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bell, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/23/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bell, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bell Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Cudahy | $2,747 | $832 | 356 |
Cheapest Available Bell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bell, CA is a Studio unit found at Bella Vista Senior Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,345. 7110-7112 Malabar St in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bell apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bella Vista Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,345 |
7110-7112 Malabar St | 1x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
1 BED 1 BATH IN LOS ANGELES!!! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
4302 Elizabeth St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
Newton Apartments | 1 BED/ 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bell, CA
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bell area is the $1.50 price per square foot 744 Hendricks Ave Model at 744 Hendricks Ave, Unit #1 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Bell apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 5211 Live Oak St starting at $2,285 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bell apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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744 Hendricks Ave, Unit #1 | 744 Hendricks Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
5211 Live Oak St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Live Oak | 2 bed, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
7110-7112 Malabar St | 1x1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.27 |
6906 Marbrisa Ave, Unit C | 6906 Marbrisa Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
7125 Stafford Ave | 7125 Stafford Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
4302 Elizabeth St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
The Cornerstone Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
1316 Prado St, Unit 1316 Prado | 1316 Prado St | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Bella Vista Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
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Bell Overview
Offering scenic western views of the Los Angeles River, Bell is a charming slice of California living. Located snugly in LA County with easy access to big city amenities, this locale of 30,000+ is an excellent choice for anyone considering a move to the west coast.
Why live in Bell, CA?
Flush with local public parks and plenty of area schooling options, this LA County city is small on hassle and big on heart. Scenic natural views await, with both the roar of the west coast ocean and the excitement of Hollywood both just a short drive away. Retail shopping and world-class eateries are never far from home, and that oh-so-famous California sun always seems to be shining in this idyllic, charming city.
Best Local Schools in Bell, CA
Nueva Vista Elementary
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Getting Around Bell, CA
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Bell Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bell?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bell is under $1,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bell?
The cheapest apartment in Bell is Bella Vista Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,575, while the average apartment in Bell costs $2,747.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bell?
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 126 regular apartments in Bell that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bell?
Cheap apartments in Bell have an average cost of $740 which is $2,007 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bell.
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