
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central City East Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,900 (20 Rentals)
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312 W 5th St

312 W 5th St

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312 W 5th St

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100 Alameda St

738 Los Angeles St

727 W 7th St

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416 S Spring St
Central City East, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central City East?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central City East 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,815 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
Central City East 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,990 | $6,990 | $6,990 |
Central City East 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $24,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central City East Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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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 Mikado Little Tokyo priced from $1,390. Santee Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,467. Here are the most affordable Central City East apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mikado Little Tokyo | Micro Units | Studio,1BA | $1,390 |
Santee Court | STUDIO (BCDE) | Studio,1BA | $1,467 |
Marley Lofts | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,487 |
Randolph Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,607 |
Santa Fe Lofts | LOFTA2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,646 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City East, CA
As of April 10, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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621 S Broadway, Unit 3 | 621 S Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Spring Tower Lofts | Live/Work Loft - B (2br) | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Thurman Lofts | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.48 |
The Walnut Building | Modern Loft Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
Ames Lofts | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.33 |
The Mercantile Lofts | 1 Bedroom Loft - Plan 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Randolph Lofts | 3 Bedroom 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $2.43 |
Marley Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
HB | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
Great Republic Lofts | 1brm/1.5 bath Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central City East
What type of rentals are currently available in Central City East?
There are currently 231 Apartments for Rent in Central City East, CA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $20,948. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central City East ranging from $1,900 to $24,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central City East?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central City East ranges from $1,900 to $24,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,547.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central City East?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central City East range from $2,750 to $20,948, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $6,990 to $6,990. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $10,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,850.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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