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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Compton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Compton Studio Apartments | $1,604 | $1,300 | $1,745 |
Cheap Compton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,128 | $1,650 | $2,815 |
Cheap Compton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,571 | $1,750 | $3,679 |
Cheap Compton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,957 | $2,100 | $4,000 |
Cheap Compton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,766 | $2,470 | $3,000 |
Compton 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Available Compton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Compton, CA is a Studio unit found at Palm Gate Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,545. Windmill Creek Apartments in the Bixby Knolls neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Compton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Palm Gate Apartments | Model 0 | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
Windmill Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Paradise Gardens Apartment Homes | Studio - Plan B | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
Rose Pointe Orizaba | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Gardena Royale Apartments | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Kalmia Rose at Jordan Downs | 1 Bed 1 Bath Style E | 1BR,1BA | $1,732 |
Indiana Avenue Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Compton, CA
As of February 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Compton area is the $2.30 price per square foot 4767 Virginia Ave Model at 4767 Virginia Ave, Unit Nathaniel Lewis in the in the Bixby Knolls neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Compton apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at 1515 Rosecrans Ave starting at $2,595 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Compton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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4767 Virginia Ave, Unit Nathaniel Lewis | 4767 Virginia Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.30 |
1515 Rosecrans Ave | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.17 |
Harbor City Lights Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.04 |
San Marcos Village Apartments | The Avalon | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
750 Redondo Beach Blvd | Two Bedroom \ Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
1041 W Reeve St, Unit 3 | 1041 W Reeve St | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Kerrwood Manor | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Evergreen Apartments | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Richfield Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Windmill Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Compton Overview
Known as 'Hub City' thanks to its conveniently centralized location to downtown Los Angeles, Compton is a historic, working-class city in the great state of California. Boasting a proud character and plenty of west coast charm all its own, this iconic locale is well worthy of consideration by anyone yearning for a Cali rental to call home.
Why live in Compton, CA?
Long a staple of popular culture as a landmark city of greater Los Angeles, Compton rentals are an excellent spot for those desiring a Cali residence that offers big city amenities and a highly ideal centralized location. The city was recently designated as an 'Entrepreneurial Hot Spot' by Cognetics, Inc. and the local economy of 'Hub city' remains solid thanks to textile and other industrial manufacturing in the area.
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Getting Around Compton, CA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Compton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Compton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Compton is at Palm Gate Apartments listed at $1,545.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Compton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Compton Apartment is $1,595 at Windmill Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Compton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Compton is starting from $1,800 at Evergreen Apartments.
What is the most affordable Compton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Compton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Evergreen Apartments and starts from $2,100.
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