Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $700 (77 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the South Central LA area of Los Angeles.

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1179 W. 29th St.
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1179 W. 29th St.

1179 W 29th StLos Angeles, CA 90007
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910 W 41st St
Studio Apartments

910 W 41st St

910 W 41st StLos Angeles, CA 90037
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1189 W. 29th St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1189 W. 29th St.

1189 W 29th StLos Angeles, CA 90007
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Broadway Studios
Studio Apartments

Broadway Studios

10424 S BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90003
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2913 Flower St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2913 Flower St

2913 S Flower StLos Angeles, CA 90007
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717-719 W 75th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

717-719 W 75th St

717-719 W 75th StLos Angeles, CA 90044
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227 E 52nd St
Studio Apartments

227 E 52nd St

227 E 52nd StLos Angeles, CA 90011
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1088 W 39th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1088 W 39th St

1088 W 39th StLos Angeles, CA 90037
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Chateau Row Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau Row Apartments

2821 S Hoover StLos Angeles, CA 90007
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1296 W Jefferson Blvd
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1296 W Jefferson Blvd

1296 W Jefferson BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90007
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200 W Slauson Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

200 W Slauson Ave

200 W Slauson AveLos Angeles, CA 90003
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807 W. 30th St.
Studio Apartments

807 W. 30th St.

807-813 W 30th StLos Angeles, CA 90007
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424-428 W Gage Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

424-428 W Gage Ave

424-428 W Gage AveLos Angeles, CA 90003
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3800 S Grand Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3800 S Grand Ave

3800 S Grand AveLos Angeles, CA 90037
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South Central LA, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Central LA Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central LA area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Adams Hill Lofts LLC priced from $1,149. University Gateway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,230. Here are the most affordable South Central LA apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Hill Lofts LLCBachelor w/KitchenetteStudio,1BA$1,149
University Gateway2b - Renovated2BR,2BA$1,230
807 W. 30th St.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,450
Hub LA Figueroa5x3 C5BR,3BA$1,495
1073 W Exposition BlvdUnit B12BR,2BA$1,500
City Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,594
Saint Cyrill Building LLC.1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central LA, CA

As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central LA area is the $0.91 price per square foot 2/1 Model at 10626 S. Budlong Ave. in the in the South Central LA neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value South Central LA apartment is the 1510 W 53rd St Model at 1510 W 53rd St starting at $2,595 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Chesterfield Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central LA apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
10626 S. Budlong Ave.2/12BR,1BA$0.91
1510 W 53rd St1510 W 53rd St2BR,1BA$1.85
516 W Century Blvd, Unit 4516 W Century Blvd2BR,1BA$1.83
Hub LA Figueroa4x3 A4BR,3BA$1.98
8730-8744 S FIGUEROA ST3x23BR,2BA$2.06
Hub LA Coliseum4x2 B4BR,2BA$1.87
University Gateway2b - Renovated2BR,2BA$1.25
1529 W 35th PlPrivate RoomA3BR,3BA$1.20
Evergreen ApartmentsTwo Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.12
504 W 41st Dr, Unit One bedroom504 W 41st Dr1BR,1BA$2.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Central La, Los Angeles, CA

Ranked #187

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the South Central LA Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

62 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 South Central LA Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Central LA?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Central LA is at Adams Hill Lofts LLC listed at $1,149.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central LA Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central LA Apartment is $1,600 at Saint Cyrill Building LLC..

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Central LA Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central LA is starting from $1,230 at University Gateway.

What is the most affordable South Central LA Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Central LA Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tuscany Apartments Student Living and starts from $1,999.

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