Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City East Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $400 (31 Rentals)

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Ballington Plaza
from $481Studio Apartments

Ballington Plaza

622 Wall StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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King Edward
from $500Studio Apartments

King Edward

121 E 5th StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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553 Ceres Ave
from $750Studio Apartments

553 Ceres Ave

553 Ceres AveLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Bristol Apartments
from $850Studio Apartments

Bristol Apartments

423 W 8th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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553 Stanford Ave
from $1,3691 Bedroom Apartments

553 Stanford Ave

553 Stanford AveLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Randolph Lofts
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from $1,521Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Randolph Lofts

215 W 6th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Ames Lofts
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from $1,550Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Ames Lofts

111 W 7th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Marley Lofts
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from $1,652Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Marley Lofts

548 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Jaide Lofts
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from $1,675Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Jaide Lofts

650 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Union Lofts
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from $1,711Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Union Lofts

325 W 8th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Blackstone Apartments
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from $1,800Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Blackstone Apartments

901 S BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90015
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Thurman Lofts
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from $1,835Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Thurman Lofts

600 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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Central City East, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central City East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City East area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Huntington Apartments priced from $950. Randolph Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,409. Here are the most affordable Central City East apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Huntington ApartmentsBachelor StudioStudio,1BA$950
Randolph LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,409
Ames LoftsStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,550
Mikado Little TokyoMicro UnitsStudio,1BA$1,550
Santa Fe LoftsLOFTA31BR,1BA$1,601
Grether & Grether Loft BuildingFERRISStudio,1BA$1,625
Grand Central Market Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,646
Marley LoftsStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,652
Jaide LoftsStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,675
The Broadway LoftsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,698

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City East, CA

As of January 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City East area is the $1.48 price per square foot 621 S Broadway Model at 621 S Broadway, Unit 3 in the in the City West neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Central City East apartment is the Live/Work Loft - B (2br) Model at Spring Tower Lofts starting at $3,800 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the City West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
621 S Broadway, Unit 3621 S Broadway2BR,1BA$1.48
Spring Tower LoftsLive/Work Loft - B (2br)2BR,1BA$1.90
Tailor Lofts5 bedroom / 2 bath Plan P5BR,2BA$2.28
The Walnut BuildingModern Loft UnitsStudio ,1BA$2.01
Gas Company LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.13
Close to everything, far from the ordinary...1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.21
Spring Arcade BuildingModel 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.84
HB0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.34
Great Republic Lofts1brm/1 bath Loft1BR,1BA$2.22
City LoftsLive/Work Loft - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.25

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Central City East, Los Angeles, and the greater Los Angeles area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Central City East Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

99 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central City East Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central City East?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central City East is at Huntington Apartments listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City East Apartment is $1,521 at Randolph Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central City East Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City East is starting from $2,000 at Spring Arcade Building.

What is the most affordable Central City East Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central City East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Jaide Lofts and starts from $2,750.

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