Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melrose Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,000 (37 Rentals)

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Sunshine Court
Studio Apartments

Sunshine Court

852 N Martel AveLos Angeles, CA 90046
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516 Spaulding Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

516 Spaulding Ave

516 N Spaulding AveLos Angeles, CA 90036
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1009 N Hayworth Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1009 N Hayworth Ave

1009 N Hayworth AveLos Angeles, CA 90046
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625 N Hayworth Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

625 N Hayworth Ave

625 N Hayworth AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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608 N Hayworth Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

608 N Hayworth Ave

608 N Hayworth AveLos Angeles, CA 90048
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545 N Hayworth Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

545 N Hayworth Ave

545 N Hayworth AveLos Angeles, CA 90048

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1021 N Genesee Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1021 N Genesee Ave

1021 N Genesee AveWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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8005 Waring Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8005 Waring Ave

8005 Waring AveWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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1050 N Orange Grove Ave
Studio Apartments

1050 N Orange Grove Ave

1050 N Orange Grove AveWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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North Vista 4
1 Bedroom Apartments

North Vista 4

1042 N Vista StWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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638 N West Knoll Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

638 N West Knoll Dr

638 N West Knoll DrWest Hollywood, CA 90069
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907 N Harper Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

907 N Harper Ave

907 N Harper AveWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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1047 N Ogden Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1047 N Ogden Dr

1047 N Ogden DrWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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868 N West Knoll Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

868 N West Knoll Dr

868 N West Knoll DrWest Hollywood, CA 90069
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912 N Genesee Ave
Studio Apartments

912 N Genesee Ave

912 N Genesee AveWest Hollywood, CA 90046
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Melrose, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Melrose Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melrose area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at The Blake LA priced from $1,739. 1001 N Gardner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,765. Here are the most affordable Melrose apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Blake LABachelorStudio,1BA$1,739
1001 N Gardner0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,765
1253 Havenhurst Drive0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,848
1042 Stanley1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,880
932 N Sierra Bonita Ave1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
1030 N. Orange Grove1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, CA

As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $1.57 price per square foot 939 1/2 N Sierra Bonita Ave Model at 939 1/2 N Sierra Bonita Ave, Unit Sierra Bonita in the in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 450 N Orange Grove Ave Model at 450 N Orange Grove Ave, Unit 450 starting at $3,300 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
939 1/2 N Sierra Bonita Ave, Unit Sierra Bonita939 1/2 N Sierra Bonita Ave1BR,1BA$1.57
450 N Orange Grove Ave, Unit 450450 N Orange Grove Ave2BR,1BA$2.64
642 N West Knoll Dr. Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.80
Kings Villa1 Bed 1.5 Bath1BR,1.5BA$2.54
Kings Road Towers1 Bed 1.5 Bath/Den1BR,1.5BA$2.75
633 N Hayworth Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.58
1032 N Gardner St, Unit 4g1032 N Gardner St1BR,1BA$2.65
907 N Poinsettia Pl, Unit B907 N Poinsettia Pl1BR,1BA$2.31
1026 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 61026 N Spaulding Ave1BR,1BA$2.44
820 N Edinburgh Ave, Unit 824 N. Edinburgh820 N Edinburgh Ave1BR,1BA$2.87

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Melrose, Los Angeles, and the greater Los Angeles area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Melrose Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

57 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Melrose?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Melrose is under $2,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melrose?

The cheapest apartment in Melrose is 1042 Stanley which is listed at $1,880, while the average apartment in Melrose costs $7,749.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Melrose?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Melrose that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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