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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Updated kitchen
  • Central air, central heat
  • Washer dryer
  • Open driveway parking

Location

523 E 21st St, Los Angeles, CA 90011, USA|South Central LA

Property Overview

Modern interiors with hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, central air and heat, and in-unit laundry offer everyday comfort and convenience, plus open driveway parking. A highly rated high school is located less than a quarter mile away, while strong walkability, nearby public transit, and a bustling neighborhood with abundant mixed-use spaces support an active social scene. Nearby parks, walkable access, and on-site recycling or composting options also emphasize environmental sustainability.

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

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

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Rent trends in South Central LA

1-bedroom apartments at 523 E 21st St cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Los Angeles.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
South Central LA
Los Angeles
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Los Angeles
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,300
June 2024$2,338
July 2024$2,365
August 2024$2,415
September 2024$2,442
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
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Central LA
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,021
June 2024$2,169
July 2024$2,195
August 2024$2,131
September 2024$1,988
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$1,645

Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 523 E 21st St, Los Angeles, CA.
3 months ago$1,900

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San Pedro Street Elementary School

1635 s san pedro st

los angeles, CA, 90015

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B-

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Neighborhood

South Central LA | Los Angeles, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Los Angeles near 523 E 21st St

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 523 E 21st St, Los Angeles

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional 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 a few minutes’ walk

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