
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Central LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $800 (38 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the South Central LA area of Los Angeles.


1424 W 37th Dr

207 W 40th Pl

269 E 38th St

8464 S Main St

4422 S Wilton Pl

920 W 28th St

1522 W 29th St, Unit 1

1163 W 38th St

609 W Imperial Hwy
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611 W Imperial Hwy

1212 W 107th St

851 W 40th Pl

1339 W 93rd St

1095 W 39th St

1087 W 39th St

4424 S Wilton Pl

1321 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

3423-3425 Walton Ave

4424 1/2 Arlington Ave
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413 E 41st Pl

1514 1/2 W 46th St

1141 1/2 Exposition Blvd

162 W 66th St

1135 W 90th St

1137 3/4-1134 W 90th St

1161 W 38th St

4710 Wall St

3925 Normandie Ave

1610 W 42nd Pl
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634 W 81st St

624 W 83rd St

640 W 81st St

8319 S Broadway

203 W 46th St

1932 W Manchester Ave

1209 W 87th St

114 W 110th St
South Central LA, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Central LA?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
South Central LA 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,641 | $1,850 | $4,350 |
South Central LA 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,817 | $2,525 | $6,900 |
South Central LA 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,397 | $2,895 | $6,280 |
South Central LA 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,308 | $4,490 | $6,400 |
South Central LA 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,665 | $5,495 | $5,750 |
South Central LA 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,606 | $2,800 | $9,125 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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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 |
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Adams Hill Lofts LLC | Bachelor w/Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
University Gateway | 2b - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1,230 |
1073 W Exposition Blvd | Private Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
807 W. 30th St. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Hub LA Figueroa | 5x3 C | 5BR,3BA | $1,495 |
Saint Cyrill Building LLC. | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
1032 W 95th St | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central LA, CA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central LA area is the $2.14 price per square foot Apartment Model at 1241 West 37th Place in the in the Figueroa Corridor neighborhood starting from $5,950. The second greatest value South Central LA apartment is the 2/1 Model at 10626 S. Budlong Ave. starting at $1,950 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the South Central LA 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. |
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1241 West 37th Place | Apartment | 6BR,4BA | $2.14 |
10626 S. Budlong Ave. | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central LA
What type of rentals are currently available in South Central LA?
There are currently 2392 Apartments for Rent in South Central LA, CA with pricing that ranges from $789 to $8,500. There are also 172 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central LA ranging from $835 to $9,125.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Central LA?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Central LA ranges from $835 to $9,125 with an average monthly rent of $4,063.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Central LA?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Central LA range from $1,200 to $5,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,525 to $6,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.
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