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Highlights
- Not pet friendly
- Street parking
Location
521 E 21st St #NORTH, Los Angeles, CA 90011, USA|South Central LA
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Property Overview
With street parking available, the property offers easy access to local amenities and public transportation. It presents great potential for a variety of lifestyles, though it's important to note that it's not pet-friendly. Ideal for those seeking an urban living experience, the location is well-connected to the vibrant culture of Los Angeles.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Less expensive
- Central heat
Great for
Work-from-home
Amenities for 521 E 21st St, South Central LA
Features
| Air Conditioning | Central Heat |
| Hardwood Floor | Utilities Included |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 521 E 21st St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 53% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in South Central LA.
Only 1 tenant can apply due to work schedules and bathroom times. Amazing 1 bedroom for one CLEAN and RESPECTFUL person to live in a house in Los Angeles with 2 other conscious females who are super clean, respectful to their and your time, and keep to themselves in their rooms mostly without bothering anyone. One is a student in University Park and another is working in downtown. The house stays very quiet and relaxed despite being in downtown Los Angeles since it's next to high school and elementary school at all hours. There are some ongoing repairs so landlord will be present and on premises, and not over-bearing. Most of the time tenants are away at work during the day, traveling for work, and in their rooms at evening hours. Street parking is available on a wide open street next to Santee High School, in a quaint location of Trinity Street and East 21st Street. Utilities included: internet, water Amenities included: central air, central heat, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliance, washer dryer, laundry in building, yard, keyless entry door, external security cameras, and key entry per room. No Utilities not included. Is not pet friendly. Date Available: Sep 1, 2026. $950/month rent. $950 security deposit required and can be spread out over time. Please submit the form on this page or contact by phone to learn more. This property is managed by a responsible landlord using Avail landlord software.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 521 E 21st St, Los Angeles, CA 90011, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Central heat
- This address offers a climate controlled environment
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Central LA |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 90011 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in South Central LA
1-bedroom apartments at 521 E 21st St cost about 53% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Los Angeles.
Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
South Central LA
Los Angeles
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,440 |
| October 2024 | $2,416 |
| November 2024 | $2,494 |
| December 2024 | $2,522 |
| January 2025 | $2,517 |
| February 2025 | $2,401 |
| March 2025 | $2,359 |
| April 2025 | $2,300 |
| May 2025 | $2,298 |
| June 2025 | $2,299 |
| July 2025 | $2,295 |
| August 2025 | $2,253 |
| September 2025 | $2,250 |
| October 2025 | $2,243 |
| November 2025 | $2,227 |
| December 2025 | $2,262 |
| January 2026 | $2,292 |
| February 2026 | $2,286 |
| March 2026 | $2,287 |
| April 2026 | $2,218 |
| May 2026 | $2,195 |
| June 2026 | $2,188 |
| July 2026 | $2,169 |
| August 2026 | $2,159 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,995 |
| November 2024 | $1,701 |
| December 2024 | $1,553 |
| January 2025 | $1,695 |
| February 2025 | $1,686 |
| March 2025 | $1,776 |
| April 2025 | $1,822 |
| May 2025 | $2,049 |
| June 2025 | $2,011 |
| July 2025 | $1,987 |
| August 2025 | $1,840 |
| September 2025 | $1,814 |
| October 2025 | $1,789 |
| November 2025 | $1,060 |
| December 2025 | $1,681 |
| January 2026 | $1,582 |
| February 2026 | $1,471 |
| March 2026 | $1,475 |
| April 2026 | $1,617 |
| May 2026 | $1,616 |
| June 2026 | $1,579 |
| July 2026 | $1,738 |
| August 2026 | $1,904 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 521 E 21st St #NORTH?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$38,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $950.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 months ago | $900 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $980 | 1 bed | 0 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $950 | 1 bed | 0 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $950 | 1 bed | 0 bath |
Schools near 521 E 21st St
San Pedro Street Elementary School
1635 s san pedro st
los angeles, CA, 90015
K-5Public
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Computer Science Virtual Academy
333 s beaudry ave 11th floor
los angeles, CA, 90017
K-12Public
STEAM Virtual Academy
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K-12Public
Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy
333 s beaudry ave 11th floor
los angeles, CA, 90017
K-12Public
Virtual Academy of Business & Entrepreneurship
333 s beaudry ave 11th floor
los angeles, CA, 90017
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
South Central LA | Los Angeles, CA
Getting around Los Angeles near 521 E 21st St #NORTH
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 521 E 21st St #NORTH, Los Angeles
Groceries
10/10
Several grocery stores nearby
Shopping
10/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Some bars within walking distance
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521 E 21st St, Los Angeles, CA
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