
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Central LA Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $600 (27 Rentals)
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1424 W 37th Dr

1515 W 37th Pl

8464 S Main St

4422 S Wilton Pl

853 W 40th Pl, Unit 853 West

920 W 28th St

9511 Baring Cross St

9513 Baring Cross St

1522 W 29th St, Unit 1
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1163 W 38th St

802 W 103rd St

851 W 40th Pl

1095 W 39th St

1087 W 39th St

1321 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

4424 1/2 Arlington Ave

8906 Harvard Blvd

413 E 41st Pl

1516 W 85th St

1339 W 93rd St

609 W Imperial Hwy

611 W Imperial Hwy

1509 W 65th Pl, Unit 1509

2053 W 79th St

1316 W 35th St, Unit 2

1141 1/2 Exposition Blvd
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 |
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South Central LA 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,764 | $1,895 | $4,500 |
South Central LA 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,889 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
South Central LA 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,170 | $699 | $6,280 |
South Central LA 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,061 | $3,800 | $7,700 |
South Central LA 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,645 | $5,750 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 27 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 4 Beds unit found at West 27th priced from $1,028. Adams Hill Lofts LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,149. 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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West 27th | D1B | 4BR,2BA | $1,028 |
Adams Hill Lofts LLC | Bachelor w/Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
University Gateway | 2b - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1,230 |
43rd Place Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
727 W. 74th Street | ZERO | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central LA, CA
As of March 29, 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 Danny LLC Model at 108 W 84th St starting at $1,500 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles 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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10626 S. Budlong Ave. | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
108 W 84th St | Danny LLC | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Tuscany Apartments Student Living | 3 Bed - Private Rooms (Attached bathroom) | 3BR,3BA | $1.48 |
1040 W. 91st St. | 3 Bed 1 1/2 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.04 |
Icon Plaza | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
Hub LA Figueroa | 4x3 A | 4BR,3BA | $1.98 |
Hub LA Coliseum | 4x2 B | 4BR,2BA | $1.87 |
University Gateway | 2b - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
619 W 30th St, Unit 619 | 619 W 30th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
1317 W Jefferson Blvd, Unit 204 | 1317 W Jefferson Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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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 2382 Apartments for Rent in South Central LA, CA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $9,125. There are also 189 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central LA ranging from $699 to $10,000.
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 $699 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,258.
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 $1,999 to $5,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $699 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,028.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA
Written by: Rachel Presser
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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.