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East Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Los Angeles Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Mariachi Plaza Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,195. 2532 DALY STREET in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,294. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Los Angeles apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mariachi Plaza Apartments0BR/0.5BAStudio,$1,195
2532 DALY STREET0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,294
Soto Rose Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,295
Griffin0 bed, 1 bath - StudioStudio,1BA$1,500
stlouis1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,550
Fashion ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Chelsea/Soto1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,604
Woodbridge Village Apartments 1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA

As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Los Angeles area is the $2.39 price per square foot 2822 Sierra St Model at 2822 Sierra St, Unit 2822 in the in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value East Los Angeles apartment is the 1919 East 4th Street Model at 1919 East 4th Street, Unit #1 starting at $3,300 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Los Angeles apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2822 Sierra St, Unit 28222822 Sierra St5BR,2BA$2.39
1919 East 4th Street, Unit #11919 East 4th Street3BR,2BA$1.94
1432 Ricardo St1432 Ricardo St4BR,3BA$2.08
2419 1/2 Houston St, Unit 24192419 1/2 Houston St4BR,3BA$2.33
2439 Malabar St, Unit 24392439 Malabar St4BR,3BA$2.40
744 Hendricks Ave, Unit #1744 Hendricks Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
2442 Griffin Ave, Unit 2444 .52442 Griffin Ave1BR,1BA$2.23
2714 1/2 Manitou Ave, Unit Lincoln Heights2714 1/2 Manitou Ave1BR,1BA$2.50
Locke1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.51
2308 Workman St, Unit 1-22308 Workman St1BR,1BA$2.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Los Angeles

What type of rentals are currently available in East Los Angeles?

There are currently 1818 Apartments for Rent in East Los Angeles, CA with pricing that ranges from $799 to $5,810. There are also 82 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Los Angeles ranging from $1,300 to $6,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Los Angeles?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Los Angeles ranges from $1,300 to $6,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,492.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Los Angeles?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Los Angeles range from $2,962 to $5,810, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $6,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $950.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.