Current Rental Market in Los Angeles
West Hollywood, Silver Lake, and Echo Park are high-demand creative neighborhoods. The San Fernando Valley (Van Nuys, Reseda, North Hollywood) offers significantly lower rents for the same bedroom count.
| Total active listings | 64,558 |
| Average rent | $2,367/mo |
| Median rent | $900/mo |
| Price range | $1 – $18,951/mo |
| Active neighborhoods | 12 |
| Data last updated | May 16, 2026 |
Listings by Bedroom Count
Popular Neighborhoods in Los Angeles
Neighborhoods ranked by current listing volume. More listings means more options — and often more competition.
Tips for Renting in Los Angeles
- LA is car-dependent — proximity to your workplace or transit line should factor heavily in your search.
- Month-to-month leases are common in LA, giving more flexibility than most markets.
- Earthquake proximity and air quality vary significantly by neighborhood — worth researching before committing.
How LeaseHound Helps
LeaseHound monitors Craigslist and rental APIs every 15 minutes, aggregating every new listing in Los Angeles the moment it posts. Instead of manually checking multiple sites, you set your criteria once and let LeaseHound watch for you.
Free accounts get a daily email digest of new matches. Pro accounts ($8/month) get instant alerts — notified within minutes of a new listing meeting your criteria.
In a competitive market like Los Angeles, that speed advantage matters. Most landlords stop showing units once they have a few serious applicants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Los Angeles?
The average rent in Los Angeles is $2,367/month based on 1,479 active listings on LeaseHound. The median rent is $900/month. Prices range from $1 to $18,951 depending on neighborhood and unit size.
How many apartments are available in Los Angeles right now?
LeaseHound currently tracks 64,558 rental listings in Los Angeles. Listings are updated continuously from multiple sources including Craigslist and RentCast. New listings are added every 15 minutes.
What are the best neighborhoods to rent in Los Angeles?
The most active rental neighborhoods in Los Angeles based on current listing volume are: Hollywood, Westwood, Sherman Oaks, Van Nuys, Glendale. LeaseHound tracks listings across all of them.
How do I get notified of new rentals in Los Angeles?
Sign up for LeaseHound and set your search preferences for Los Angeles. Free accounts get daily email digests. Pro accounts ($8/month) get instant alerts within minutes of a new listing posting.
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