Los Angeles/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 17, 2020
Renting in Los Angeles: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?267 S. San Pedro St. | Photo: Zumper

If you're on the hunt for a rental, you know how hard it can be to find a good deal. So what does the low-end pricing 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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267 S. San Pedro St.

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Listed at $700/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located in a 55-and-over community at 267 S. San Pedro St. in Downtown, is 64.9 percent less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Los Angeles, which is currently estimated at around $1,995/month.

Building amenities include a swimming pool, garage parking and a fitness center. In the unit, expect to find a walk-in closet and a balcony. Feline companions are welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, this location has excellent walkability, is very bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1118 Mohawk St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Next, this studio apartment, situated at 1118 Mohawk St. in Echo Park, is listed for $1,095/month.

The residence includes hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. Amenities offered in the building include additional storage space, on-site laundry and garage parking. Cats are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is fairly bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the listing here.)

5849 W. Sunset Blvd.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, here's a studio apartment at 5849 W. Sunset Blvd. in Hollywood, which is also going for $1,095/month.

Amenities offered in the building include an intercom and secured entry. The residence also comes with hardwood flooring and a ceiling fan. Animals are not permitted. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is fairly bikeable and has good transit options.

(Check out the listing here.)


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, read on for five marketing tips for real estate agents to showcase local market expertise.

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