
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Historic Downtown LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $400 (18 Rentals)
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Historic Downtown LA, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Historic Downtown LA?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Historic Downtown LA Studio Apartments | $2,526 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Historic Downtown LA 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,972 | $1,260 | $10,000+ |
Historic Downtown LA 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,966 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
Historic Downtown LA 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,843 | $2,955 | $10,000+ |
Historic Downtown LA 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,985 | $3,255 | $4,850 |
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Cheapest Available Historic Downtown LA Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Historic Downtown LA area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Union Lofts priced from $1,497. The Mercantile Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Historic Downtown LA apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Union Lofts | The Title | Studio,1BA | $1,497 |
The Mercantile Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Santee Court | STUDIO (BCDE) | Studio,1BA | $1,572 |
Randolph Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,577 |
Santa Fe Lofts | 6172C4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown LA, CA
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Historic Downtown LA 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 Downtown LA apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Ames Lofts starting at $2,013 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the City West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Historic Downtown LA 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 |
Ames Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Randolph Lofts | 3 Bedroom 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $2.43 |
Marley Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
Premiere Towers | 2 Bedroom - Facing Interior | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
Tailor Lofts | 1 bedroom / 1 bath Plans H-J | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
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 |
The Mercantile Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHistoric Downtown La, Los Angeles, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Historic Downtown LA Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
87 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 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 Historic Downtown LA Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Historic Downtown LA?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Historic Downtown LA is at Union Lofts listed at $1,497.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Historic Downtown LA Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Historic Downtown LA Apartment is $1,577 at Randolph Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Historic Downtown LA Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Historic Downtown LA is starting from $2,350 at The Broadway Lofts.
What is the most affordable Historic Downtown LA Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Historic Downtown LA Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Randolph Lofts and starts from $2,955.
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