Cheap Apartments for Rent in the New Downtown Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $400 (69 Rentals)

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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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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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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
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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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Grand View Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Grand View Apartments

416 S Grand View StLos Angeles, CA 90057
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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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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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415 S Westlake Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

415 S Westlake Ave

415 S Westlake AveLos Angeles, CA 90057
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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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EBA
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EBA

945 Beacon AveLos Angeles, CA 90015
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1454 W 3rd
Studio Apartments

1454 W 3rd

1454 W Third StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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631 S Bonnie Brae St
2 Bedroom Apartments

631 S Bonnie Brae St

631 S Bonnie Brae StLos Angeles, CA 90057
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Bonnie Brae Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bonnie Brae Apartments

512 S Bonnie Brae StLos Angeles, CA 90057
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457 Witmer St
Studio Apartments

457 Witmer St

457 Witmer StLos Angeles, CA 90017
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Burlington
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burlington

450 S Burlington AveLos Angeles, CA 90057

New Downtown, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available New Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the New Downtown area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 807 S Flower St priced from $645. The Charleston Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable New Downtown apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
807 S Flower St1B/1B1BR,1BA$645
The Charleston ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Westland @ ReginaStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
Grand Plaza SeniorStudio 450sf1BR,1BA$1,159
San Lucas Apartments Age 62+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,257
Commodore Regency ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
430 S Union AveSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,295
City View ApartmentsSt-SStudio,1BA$1,345
Bonnie Brae ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,350
Marley LoftsStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,392

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Downtown, CA

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the New Downtown 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 New Downtown 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 New Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
621 S Broadway, Unit 3621 S Broadway2BR,1BA$1.48
Spring Tower LoftsLive/Work Loft - B (2br)2BR,1BA$1.90
Ames Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.55
a8132BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.90
Thurman LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.12
Great Republic Lofts1brm/1 bath Loft1BR,1BA$2.22
Crystal House Apartments1 BD/ 1BA1BR,1BA$2.06
807 S Flower St1B/1B1BR,1BA$0.81
Lakeview Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.99
Bonnie Brae ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio ,1BA$2.08

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New Downtown, Los Angeles, CA

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Among neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including New Downtown, Los Angeles, and the greater Los Angeles area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Downtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in New Downtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in New Downtown is at The Charleston Apartments listed at $995.

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in New Downtown is starting from $2,275 at a813.

What is the most affordable New Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap New Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 215-225 Lucas Ave and starts from $2,949.

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