
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Whittier Neighborhood of Santa Fe Springs, CA from $1,000 (13 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Whittier?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Whittier Studio Apartments | $1,865 | $1,705 | $2,000 |
South Whittier 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $1,850 | $2,876 |
South Whittier 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,886 | $2,225 | $3,695 |
South Whittier 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,436 | $2,995 | $3,699 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Whittier Neighborhood of Santa Fe Springs, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Whittier Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Whittier area of Santa Fe Springs, CA is a Studio unit found at Villa De Oro Apartments priced from $1,705. Tahoe Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable South Whittier apartments for rent in Santa Fe Springs, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Villa De Oro Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,705 |
Tahoe Manor | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Kona Palms | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Los Olivos Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
Colima | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Whittier, CA
As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Whittier area is the $3.30 price per square foot Mesa Verde Model at Encasa Norwalk in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,715. The second greatest value South Whittier apartment is the 3 BDRM/1.5 BATH TOWNHOUSE Model at Carmenita Townhouse Apartments starting at $3,435 with a $3.31 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Whittier apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Encasa Norwalk | Mesa Verde | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.30 |
Carmenita Townhouse Apartments | 3 BDRM/1.5 BATH TOWNHOUSE | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.31 |
Villa Los Pinos | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
Marbella | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
Solterra at Civic Center | Palmetto Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
Leffingwell Apartment Complex | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
Norwalk Metropointe | Beach | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
Colima | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
Los Olivos Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.60 |
Kona Palms | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, CA
Carmela Elementary
Frontier High (Continuation)
Richard L. Graves Middle
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Getting Around the South Whittier Neighborhood in Santa Fe Springs, CA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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 Whittier Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Whittier?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Whittier is at Villa De Oro Apartments listed at $1,705.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Whittier Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Whittier Apartment is $1,795 at Tahoe Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Whittier Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Whittier is starting from $2,225 at Villa Los Pinos.
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