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Renting in Los Angeles: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?

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Published on December 06, 2019
Renting in Los Angeles: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?231 W. 27th St. | Photo: Zumper

Finding a good deal can be a challenge if you're looking for a rental on a budget. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Los Angeles look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Los Angeles via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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South Figueroa Street and Laconia Boulevard

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Listed at $600/month, this one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom unit, located at South Figueroa Street and Laconia Boulevard in Harbor Gateway, is 69 percent less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Los Angeles, which is currently estimated at around $1,934/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect a resident lounge and outdoor space. The unit also features a walk-in closet, central heating and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is car-dependent, is fairly bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

231 W. 27th St.

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Next, here's a studio apartment at 231 W. 27th St. in Historic South-Central, which is going for $1,099/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect secured entry. You can also expect a ceiling fan and hardwood flooring in the unit. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are permitted. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is easy to get around on a bicycle and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the full listing here.)

2535 Hauser Blvd.

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Then there's this 600-square-foot studio at 2535 Hauser Blvd. in West Adams, listed at $1,100/month.

In the unit, the listing promises hardwood flooring. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are allowed. The listing specifies a $1,200 security deposit.

According to Walk Score, this location is very walkable, has some bike infrastructure and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

5849 W. Sunset Blvd.

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Finally, this studio apartment, located at 5849 W. Sunset Blvd. in Hollywood, is listed for $1,125/month.

Amenities offered in the building include an intercom and secured entry. Also, expect hardwood flooring and a ceiling fan in the residence. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is quite walkable, is fairly bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Here's the listing.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, get free local real estate marketing ideas and tools for agents, brokers and more.

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