Compton Apartment Renter's Guide
Compton Apartment Renter's Guide
Overview
West Side Spacious and charming single-family homes in West Compton exist as relics of the city's past. Rent for two bedrooms on the west side of Compton generally range from $1100-1200.
East Side East Compton is predominately composed of smaller rentals
Neighborhoods
West Side Spacious and charming single-family homes in West Compton exist as relics of the city's past. Rent for two bedrooms on the west side of Compton generally range from $1100-1200.
East Side East Compton is predominately composed of smaller rentals. East Compton apartments generally range from $1000-1100.
South Central Compton The area directly south of downtown, near the Compton Metro stop, can also be rather nice. This small portion of town borders Rancho Dominguez. Prices for rentals in this area are generally similar to those in East Compton.
Rental Tips
Realtors Finding a realtor that is well-regarded in the community and has a good reputation is essential when apartment-hunting in Compton. A realtor that you can trust will be your best source for neighborhoods, and can often act as a liaison between you and your new neighbors.
Transportation
Compton, like all of Los Angeles County, is a car city. Many residents of Compton and the surrounding neighborhoods commute into and out of Los Angeles proper for work. The drive which under ideal conditions takes less than 30 minutes, can take up to an hour and a half during the weekly rush hours.
Alternatives? Well, Compton is serviced by the Metro Blue Line which generally gets you to Los Angeles proper, as well as to neighboring Long Beach, is about 30 minutes. The Compton Metro station also serves as a public transportation hub, with several busses connecting here and operating throughout town.
Happy hunting!
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