5005 Main St
Los AngelesCA90037
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $700 (73 Rentals)
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1182 W 35th St, Unit B-One Block from USC
1182 W 35th StLos Angeles, CA 90007
6050 S Western Ave
Los AngelesCA90047
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2943 Walton Ave, Unit 2943-1
2943 Walton AveLos Angeles, CA 90007
2943 Walton Ave
Los AngelesCA90007
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1734 W 85th St
Los AngelesCA90047
161 W 79th St
Los AngelesCA90003
8464 Main St
Los AngelesCA90003
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194 W 41st Pl
Los AngelesCA90037
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Del Rey Urban Income Funds, LLC
1101 W 45th StLos Angeles, CA 90037
8472 Main St
Los AngelesCA90003
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City Park Apartments
1246 W 30th StLos Angeles, CA 90007
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1125-1137 W 36th PlLos Angeles, CA 90007
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Saint Cyrill Building LLC.
155 W 41st PlLos Angeles, CA 90037
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8217 S Western Ave, Unit 3
8217 S Western AveLos Angeles, CA 90047
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3525 S Budlong Ave, Unit 3525 1/2
3525 S Budlong AveLos Angeles, CA 90007
1026 W 92nd St
Los AngelesCA90044
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11251 S Mariposa Ave, Unit 11251
11251 S Mariposa AveLos Angeles, CA 90044
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3856 Normandie Ave, Unit 08
3856 Normandie AveLos Angeles, CA 90037
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1321 W. 36th Pl.
1321 W 36th PlLos Angeles, CA 90007
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3856 Normandie AveLos Angeles, CA 90037
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South Central LA, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central LA?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central LA Studio Apartments | $2,222 | $975 | $3,800 |
| South Central LA 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,272 | $789 | $4,300 |
| South Central LA 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,968 | $1,230 | $3,950 |
| South Central LA 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,413 | $1,200 | $5,700 |
| South Central LA 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,235 | $2,000 | $5,699 |
| South Central LA 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,779 | $3,650 | $6,925 |
| South Central LA 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,250 | $8,000 | $8,500 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Hill Lofts LLC | Bachelor w/Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| University Gateway | 2b - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1,230 |
| 807 W. 30th St. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Hub LA Figueroa | 5x3 C | 5BR,3BA | $1,495 |
| 1073 W Exposition Blvd | Unit B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
| Saint Cyrill Building LLC. | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| 225 W 25th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central LA, CA
As of May 03, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10626 S. Budlong Ave. | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 1510 W 53rd St | 1510 W 53rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 516 W Century Blvd, Unit 4 | 516 W Century Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Hub LA Figueroa | 4x3 A | 4BR,3BA | $1.98 |
| 8730-8744 S FIGUEROA ST | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Hub LA Coliseum | 4x2 B | 4BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| University Gateway | 2b - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 1529 W 35th Pl | Private RoomA | 3BR,3BA | $1.20 |
| Evergreen Apartments | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Victory House East | Front Cottage Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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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
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central LA Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Central LA?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Central LA is under $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central LA?
The cheapest apartment in South Central LA is Saint Cyrill Building LLC. which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in South Central LA costs $8,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central LA?
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 85 regular apartments in South Central LA that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Central LA?
Cheap apartments in South Central LA have an average cost of $1,704 which is $6,546 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central LA.
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