Average Rent in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

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Current Versus Historical Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA Rents

Downtown Los Angeles rentals average $2,153 for a studio rental to $39,250 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,300, or roughly $3 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in February 2025, median rents have fallenover the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $143 (-6.09%) year-over-year from $2,343 to $2,200. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $174 (-5.65%) year-over-year from $3,074 to $2,900. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $653 (15.38%) year-over-year from $4,247 to $4,900. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,280 (45.87%) year-over-year from $4,970 to $7,250. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $468 (15.45%) year-over-year from $3,032 to $3,500. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 9.43% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.83% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 16.75% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 24.77% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.09% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Feb 2025 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$3.59	$2,200	$2,343 (-6.09%)	$2,634 (-16.47%)
1 BR	$3.33	$2,900	$3,074 (-5.65%)	$3,119 (-7.02%)
2 BR	$3.24	$4,900	$4,247 (15.38%)	$3,931 (24.66%)
3 BR	$3.89	$7,250	$4,970 (45.87%)	$9,183 (-21.05%)
4+ BR	$3.25	$3,500	$3,032 (15.45%)	$3,661 (-4.39%)

Historical Rents in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

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Top Cities Near Downtown Los Angeles

There are a total of 23 cities nearby Downtown Los Angeles. The average rent in Downtown Los Angeles is currently $4,425 per month. A total of 5 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Santa Clarita, CA, with an average rent of $2,860, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA is Malibu, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $35,000 per month.

Let's compare Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA is 2.09% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 7.07% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA are about 22.22% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 34.00% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 23 total cities near Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Inglewood, CA	$1,800	$2,175	$2,900	$2,895
Long Beach, CA	$1,900	$2,390	$3,000	$3,010
Glendale, CA	$2,284	$2,400	$3,001	$3,114
Burbank, CA	$2,150	$2,395	$3,395	$3,398
Torrance, CA	N/A	$2,223	$3,295	$3,900
Santa Monica, CA	$3,160	$3,425	$4,295	$4,000
Los Angeles, CA	$2,095	$2,695	$3,700	$4,250
Redondo Beach, CA	$2,550	$3,250	$3,700	$4,425
West Hollywood, CA	$3,033	$3,190	$5,849	$4,925
Beverly Hills, CA	$2,895	$3,909	$6,025	$8,073

Top Neighborhoods Near Downtown Los Angeles

There are a total of 32 neighborhoods in or near Downtown Los Angeles. Some of these neighborhoods include Wilshire Center - Koreatown, Historic Cultural, and Mar Vista. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 32 total neighborhoods in or near Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA is currently around $4,476 per month. A total of 4 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-six neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $4,476. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Downtown Los Angeles's average rent, which is only $3,300. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Downtown Los Angeles, Wilshire Center - Koreatown has the most affordable average rent at $2,734 per month. Whereas, at $24,500 average rent per month, Bel Air-Beverly Crest is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Downtown Los Angeles. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Wilshire Center - Koreatown, Los Angeles, CA	$1,975	$2,470	$3,480	$2,734
Historic Cultural, Los Angeles, CA	$2,332	$2,608	$3,415	$2,777
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA	$2,648	$2,450	$4,395	$2,947
Congress North, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$1,795	$2,610	$2,998
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$2,350	$2,950	$3,814	$3,785
Mid-Town North Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,393	$2,560	$3,547	$3,853
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$1,945	$2,702	$3,733	$3,895
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$3,187	$3,431	$4,950	$3,995
Greater Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA	$1,675	$2,848	$3,648	$3,995
Hollywood Studio District, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$2,348	$3,627	$4,099
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA	$1,995	$3,800	$4,340	$4,200
Northridge, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$1,998	$3,374	$4,250
Wilshire-Montana, Santa Monica, CA	N/A	$3,425	$5,720	$4,250
South Robertson, Los Angeles, CA	$1,800	$2,495	$3,500	$4,298
Central Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$3,531	$4,200	$4,423
PICO, Los Angeles, CA	$1,950	$2,726	$3,550	$4,530
West Hills, Los Angeles, CA	$1,995	$2,250	N/A	$4,550
Mid City, Los Angeles, CA	$1,600	$2,073	$2,750	$4,895
Westside, Los Angeles, CA	$2,500	$2,730	$4,795	$5,048
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA	$2,150	$3,273	$4,395	$5,195
Venice, Los Angeles, CA	$2,737	$3,950	$5,948	$5,500
Woodland Hills-Warner Center, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$2,252	$3,245	$5,500
Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, CA	$1,995	$2,273	$3,400	$5,995
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,345	$3,300	$4,695	$6,623
Hollywood Hills West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,923	$2,698	$4,200	$6,775
Hollywood United, Los Angeles, CA	$1,795	$2,500	$4,500	$7,248
Studio City, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$2,350	$3,750	$8,995
Tarzana, Los Angeles, CA	$1,993	$2,025	$3,550	$8,995
Encino, Los Angeles, CA	$2,500	$2,495	$3,027	$10,175
Bel Air-Beverly Crest, Los Angeles, CA	$2,400	$3,475	$10,750	$24,500

Top Counties Near Downtown Los Angeles

There are a total of 32 counties located by Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA. Some of these counties include Los Angeles, CA, Ventura, CA, and Orange, CA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $4,200. That's roughly around $3 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Los Angeles, CA. It's average rent per month is $4,050. Vice versa, with an average rent of $5,200, Orange, CA is the most expensive county by Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA.

Typically, rent for studios in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA is 4.53% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA is 10.34% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA is 22.22% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 3 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Los Angeles, CA	$2,100	$2,600	$3,500	$4,050
Ventura, CA	$2,250	$2,400	$3,100	$4,200
Orange, CA	$2,358	$2,703	$3,750	$5,200

Top Zipcodes Near Downtown Los Angeles

There are a total of 6 zipcodes in or near Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,960.

The following chart includes the top 6 zipcodes in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
90036, Los Angeles, CA	$1,599	$3,024	$4,513	$5,447
90034, Los Angeles, CA	$2,995	$2,698	$4,275	$3,850
91604, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$2,150	$3,775	$9,300
90024, Los Angeles, CA	$2,195	$3,800	$4,280	$4,200
90049, Los Angeles, CA	$2,345	$3,300	$4,845	$6,250
91367, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$2,269	$3,233	$4,473

Frequently Asked Questions - Downtown Los Angeles Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA?

The average monthly rental price for Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA apartments for rent is approximately $3,300. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA.

How much is a studio apartment in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,153 and an average price per square feet of $3.59. There are a total of 28 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Downtown Los Angeles.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,900 and an average price per square feet of $3.33. There are a total of 116 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Downtown Los Angeles.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $4,500 and an average price per square feet of $3.24. There are a total of 85 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Downtown Los Angeles.

How have rent prices in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.06%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.06%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.15%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.46% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA is around $2,640/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.