Cheap Apartments for Rent in Compton, CA from $800 (38 Rentals)

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831 E Pine St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

831 E Pine St

831 E Pine StCompton, CA 90221
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711-713 S. Bullis Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

711-713 S. Bullis Rd

711-713 S Bullis AveCompton, CA 90221
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Willow Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Apartments

209 S Willow AveCompton, CA 90221

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Las Palmas
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Las Palmas

6955 Long Beach BlvdLong Beach, CA 90805
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10720 Long Beach Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10720 Long Beach Blvd

10720 Long Beach BlvdLynwood, CA 90262
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12636 S Figueroa St
Studio Apartments

12636 S Figueroa St

12636 S Figueroa StLos Angeles, CA 90061
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Fig Tree
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fig Tree

16521 S Figueroa StGardena, CA 90248
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Galaxy Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Galaxy Apartments

835 W Rosecrans AveGardena, CA 90247
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356 E South St
Studio Apartments

356 E South St

356 E South StLong Beach, CA 90805
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Villager Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villager Apartments

5230 N Long Beach BlvdLong Beach, CA 90805
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15560 Orange Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

15560 Orange Avenue

15560 Orange AveParamount, CA 90723
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Hoover Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hoover Apartments

12817 S Hoover StGardena, CA 90247
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650 W Gardena Blvd
Studio Apartments

650 W Gardena Blvd

650 W Gardena BlvdGardena, CA 90247
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208 E 120th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

208 E 120th St

208 E 120th StLos Angeles, CA 90061
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7222 Petrol St
2 Bedroom Apartments

7222 Petrol St

7222 Petrol StParamount, CA 90723
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9916 Beach St
1 Bedroom Apartments

9916 Beach St

9916 Beach StLos Angeles, CA 90002
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El Segundo
2 Bedroom Apartments

El Segundo

822-826 W El Segundo BlvdGardena, CA 90247
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7001 Orange Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

7001 Orange Ave

7001-7011 Orange AveLong Beach, CA 90805
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140 E 120th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

140 E 120th St

140 E 120th StLos Angeles, CA 90061
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12425 Harris Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

12425 Harris Ave

12425 Harris AveLynwood, CA 90262
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10339 California Ave
Studio Apartments

10339 California Ave

10339 California AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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1054 E Market St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1054 E Market St

1054 E Market StLong Beach, CA 90805

Compton, CA Local Guide

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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palm Gate ApartmentsModel 0Studio,1BA$1,545
Windmill Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath1BR,1BA$1,595
Paradise Gardens Apartment HomesStudio - Plan BStudio,1BA$1,649
Rose Pointe Orizaba1-bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
Gardena Royale Apartments1 Bed Room1BR,1BA$1,675
Kalmia Rose at Jordan Downs1 Bed 1 Bath Style E1BR,1BA$1,732
Indiana Avenue Apartments1x11BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4767 Virginia Ave, Unit Nathaniel Lewis4767 Virginia Ave3BR,2BA$2.30
1515 Rosecrans Ave3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.17
Harbor City Lights Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$2.04
San Marcos Village ApartmentsThe Avalon2BR,2BA$2.30
750 Redondo Beach BlvdTwo Bedroom \ Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.20
1041 W Reeve St, Unit 31041 W Reeve St2BR,1BA$2.17
Kerrwood Manor2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.27
Evergreen ApartmentsTwo Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.12
Richfield ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.27
Windmill Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath1BR,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

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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