Los Angeles/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 26, 2020
The cheapest apartments for rent in Downtown, Los Angeles312 W. Fifth St. | Photo: Zumper

It can be challenging to find a bargain when looking for new digs. So what does an affordable price on a rental in Downtown look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

According to Walk Score, the neighborhood is friendly for those on foot, is convenient for biking and has good transit options. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $2,592, compared to a $1,995 one-bedroom median for Los Angeles as a whole.

A look at local listings in Downtown via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide yields a look at what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this Los Angeles neighborhood.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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312 W. Fifth St.

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at 312 W. Fifth St., which, at 670 square feet, is going for $1,750/month.

The unit has air conditioning and a dishwasher. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(See the full listing here.)

257 S. Spring St.

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Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this studio loft at 257 S. Spring St., listed at $1,900/month.

The building features garage parking. Also, expect to find a dishwasher, a walk-in closet and hardwood flooring in the loft. Good news for pet lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(Here's the listing.)

111 W. Seventh St.

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Finally, there's this 810-square-foot studio at 111 W. Seventh St., listed at $1,925/month.

You'll find a dishwasher and air conditioning in the residence. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(See the listing here.)


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