Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City East Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $400 (27 Rentals)

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Ballington Plaza
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Ballington Plaza

622 Wall StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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King Edward
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King Edward

121 E 5th StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Blackstone Apartments

901 S BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90015
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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 553 Ceres Ave priced from $750. Huntington Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Central City East apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
553 Ceres AveBachelor shared bathStudio,$750
Huntington ApartmentsBachelor StudioStudio,1BA$950
Randolph LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,409
Santa Fe LoftsLOFTA1Studio,1BA$1,465
Grand Central Market ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,646
Santee CourtSTUDIO (BCDE)Studio,1BA$1,651
National City TowerCAPRIStudio,1BA$1,657
The Broadway LoftsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,698
Ames LoftsStudio 1.5Studio,1BA$1,712

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City East, CA

As of February 13, 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
The Walnut BuildingModern Loft UnitsStudio ,1BA$2.01
Ames LoftsStudio 1Studio ,1BA$2.24
Marley Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.98
Tailor Lofts1 bedroom / 1 bath Plans H-J1BR,1BA$2.22
Thurman LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.04
Great Republic Lofts1brm/1 bath Loft1BR,1BA$2.22
City LoftsLive/Work Loft - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.25
Randolph LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.15

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central City East, Los Angeles, CA

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Among neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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

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 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 553 Ceres Ave listed at $750.

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 $2,400 at Premiere Towers.

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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