Cheap Homes for Rent in El Sereno Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,000 (3 Rentals)

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El Sereno, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Sereno, CA

As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Sereno area is the $2.50 price per square foot 5408 Huntington Dr S Model at 5408 Huntington Dr S, Unit 5408 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value El Sereno apartment is the 4621 Fern Pl Model at 4621 Fern Pl, Unit 4621 starting at $4,500 with a $3.33 price per square foot in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Sereno apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5408 Huntington Dr S, Unit 54085408 Huntington Dr S3BR,2.5BA$2.50
4621 Fern Pl, Unit 46214621 Fern Pl5BR,1.5BA$3.33
New Luxury Modern 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments2D (2 Bedroom)2BR,2BA$3.00
1104 S Marengo Ave2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.30
4807 Converse St, Unit #34807 Converse St2BR,1BA$2.80
Locke1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.68
Luxe 18011+1 L1BR,1BA$3.14
2028 Meridian AveUnit A1BR,1BA$3.45
3160 Warwick Ave.2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.24
Chelsea/Soto1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about El Sereno

What type of rentals are currently available in El Sereno?

There are currently 186 Apartments for Rent in El Sereno, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $4,500. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Sereno ranging from $1,075 to $6,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Sereno?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Sereno ranges from $1,075 to $6,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,895.

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