Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $400 (84 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the Downtown Los Angeles area of Los Angeles.

property at 116 N Lake St

116 N Lake St

Los AngelesCA90026

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Ballington Plaza
Studio Apartments

Ballington Plaza

622 Wall StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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King Edward
Studio Apartments

King Edward

121 E 5th StLos Angeles, CA 90013
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1036 N Bonnie Brae St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1036 N Bonnie Brae St

1036 N Bonnie Brae StLos Angeles, CA 90026
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1511 W 4th
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1511 W 4th

1511 W 4th StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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553 Ceres Ave
Studio Apartments

553 Ceres Ave

553 Ceres AveLos Angeles, CA 90013
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Bristol Apartments
Studio Apartments

Bristol Apartments

423 W 8th StLos Angeles, CA 90014
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1723 James M Wood Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1723 James M Wood Blvd

1723 James M Wood BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90015
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1220 S Olive St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1220 S Olive St

1220 S Olive StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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Bonnie Brae Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bonnie Brae Village

208 S Bonnie Brae StLos Angeles, CA 90057
Senior Living

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1329 W. 5th St.
Studio Apartments

1329 W. 5th St.

1329 W 5th StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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265 Columbia Ave
Studio Apartments

265 Columbia Ave

265 Columbia AveLos Angeles, CA 90026
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Regal Lofts
Studio Apartments

Regal Lofts

939 Valencia StLos Angeles, CA 90015
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415 S Westlake Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

415 S Westlake Ave

415 S Westlake AveLos Angeles, CA 90057
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400 N Coronado St
Studio Apartments

400 N Coronado St

400 N Coronado StLos Angeles, CA 90026
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823 S Union Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

823 S Union Ave

823 S Union AveLos Angeles, CA 90017
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Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Los Angeles Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Los Angeles area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 807 S Flower St priced from $645. Beautiful Dormitory Style Housing Available has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Downtown Los Angeles apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
807 S Flower St1B/1B1BR,1BA$645
Beautiful Dormitory Style Housing Available0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$795
Huntington ApartmentsBachelor StudioStudio,1BA$950
1723 James M Wood BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$995
Grand Plaza Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,122
Adams Hill Lofts LLCBachelor w/KitchenetteStudio,1BA$1,149
Westland @ ReginaStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
San Lucas Apartments Age 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,294
Commodore Regency ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Los Angeles, CA

As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Los Angeles area is the $1.34 price per square foot 621 S Broadway Model at 621 S Broadway, Unit 3 in the in the City West neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Downtown Los Angeles 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 Downtown Los Angeles apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
621 S Broadway, Unit 3621 S Broadway2BR,1BA$1.34
Spring Tower LoftsLive/Work Loft - B (2br)2BR,1BA$1.90
The Walnut BuildingModern Loft UnitsStudio ,1BA$2.01
Tailor Lofts4 bedroom / 2 bath Plans M-O4BR,2BA$2.13
The Mercantile Lofts1 Bedroom Loft - Plan 31BR,1BA$1.73
a8132BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.87
Gas Company LoftsStudio LoftStudio ,1BA$2.14
Crystal House Apartments1 BD/ 1BA1BR,1BA$2.06
Lakeview Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.99
807 S Flower St1B/1B1BR,1BA$0.81

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #7

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

Our team works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Los Angeles. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Los Angeles Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Los Angeles?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Los Angeles is at Beautiful Dormitory Style Housing Available listed at $795.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Los Angeles Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Los Angeles Apartment is $645 at 807 S Flower St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Los Angeles Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Los Angeles is starting from $1,988 at San Lucas Apartments Age 62+.

What is the most affordable Downtown Los Angeles Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Los Angeles Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Jaide Lofts and starts from $2,750.

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