
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Historic Core Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $400 (25 Rentals)
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Historic Core
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Historic Core, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Historic Core?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Historic Core Studio Apartments | $2,540 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Historic Core 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,393 | $645 | $10,000+ |
Historic Core 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,580 | $2,045 | $10,000+ |
Historic Core 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,376 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
Historic Core 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,935 | $3,255 | $4,700 |
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Cheapest Available Historic Core Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Historic Core area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 807 S Flower St priced from $645. Grand Plaza Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,159. Here are the most affordable Historic Core apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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807 S Flower St | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
Grand Plaza Senior | Studio 450sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,159 |
Randolph Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,409 |
City View Apartments | St-M | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
401 Witmer St | 401 Witmer St | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Core, CA
As of March 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Historic Core 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 Historic Core 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 Historic Core 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 |
The Walnut Building | Modern Loft Units | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
Ames Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
National City Tower | LUGANO | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
Thurman Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.12 |
HB | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
Great Republic Lofts | 1brm/1 bath Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
City Lofts | Live/Work Loft - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
807 S Flower St | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $0.81 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHistoric Core, Los Angeles, CA
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Historic Core Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Historic Core?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Historic Core is at Grand Plaza Senior listed at $1,159.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Historic Core Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Historic Core Apartment is $645 at 807 S Flower St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Historic Core Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Historic Core is starting from $2,150 at 1350 4th.
What is the most affordable Historic Core Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Historic Core Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Jaide Lofts and starts from $2,750.
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