West Hollywood 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent
More space, same WeHo lifestyle — RSO-covered buildings from $2,600/mo
By Jason Farone, Founder of 14ForRent · Updated June 2026
Quick Answer
West Hollywood one-bedroom apartments run $2,600–$3,600 per month in 2026, with the sweet spot around $2,900–$3,200 in RSO-covered buildings along the Santa Monica Blvd and Fairfax corridors. One-bedrooms suit couples or solo renters who work from home and need a dedicated room. ZIP codes 90069 (Strip-adjacent), 90046 (eastern WeHo), and 90048 (near Beverly Hills) all have availability at different price points.
What do one bedroom apartments in West Hollywood actually offer?
When you compare one bedroom apartments west hollywood renters book, the split comes down to build era. Pre-1979 courtyard buildings offer a genuine separate bedroom behind a hallway door, hardwood floors, and a compact kitchen; newer mid-rise construction pairs an open living-kitchen area with a bedroom wing and its own bath. The older stock clusters in the flats between Doheny and Fairfax; newer buildings sit closer to the Strip and the Beverly Hills border. If you work from home, confirm the bedroom has an actual door — some older buildings quietly list a studio with a den as a "1-bedroom."
If budget is the deciding factor, start your search in 90046 — the eastern slice of WeHo toward Fairfax and consistently the most affordable ZIP in the city for a one-bedroom. Most of its stock is two- and three-story courtyard buildings built before 1979, which keeps both the sticker price and the annual increase capped under WeHo's rent-stabilization ordinance. What you give up is a few minutes of walking distance to the western end of Santa Monica Boulevard and to Beverly Hills shopping — a trade most budget-conscious renters are happy to make.
| Type | Available Units | Live Rent Range | Neighborhood |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedrooms | 4 | $2,295–$3,395/mo | West Hollywood |
Frequently Asked Questions — 1-Bedrooms in West Hollywood
How much is a 1 bedroom apartment in West Hollywood?
One-bedroom apartments in West Hollywood typically rent for $2,600–$3,600 per month in 2026. Older RSO-covered buildings along Santa Monica Blvd and in the 90046 ZIP code toward Fairfax tend to sit in the $2,600–$3,000 range. Newer construction and buildings closer to the Beverly Hills border (90048) or the Sunset Strip (90069) push toward $3,200–$3,600. Units with parking, in-unit laundry, or rooftop access command premiums.
Which WeHo ZIP code has the most affordable 1-bedroom apartments?
ZIP 90046, the eastern portion of West Hollywood toward Fairfax, consistently offers the most affordable one-bedrooms in the city — typically $200–$400 per month less than equivalent units in the Strip-adjacent 90069 or Beverly-Hills-border 90048. Most of the 90046 apartment stock is pre-1979, meaning RSO protections apply. The trade-off is slightly higher walk-times to the western end of Santa Monica Blvd and to Beverly Hills shopping, though both are still within a 10–15 minute walk.
What should I look for in a West Hollywood 1-bedroom lease?
Key things to verify: (1) Whether the unit is RSO-covered — ask for the building's certificate of occupancy date; buildings issued before July 1, 1979 are covered and annual increases are capped at 2.25%. (2) Parking — WeHo has street parking zones but many older buildings don't include a space. (3) Laundry — in-building vs in-unit matters a lot in 500–700 sq ft. (4) Whether it's an owner-direct listing — saves up to one month's rent in broker fees.
How does a West Hollywood 1-bedroom compare to Hollywood?
West Hollywood one-bedrooms run roughly $200–$400/month more than comparable Hollywood units ($2,400–$3,200 in Hollywood vs $2,600–$3,600 in WeHo). You get a slightly higher Walk Score (89 vs 87), WeHo's stronger RSO with relocation assistance protections, and proximity to the Design District and Beverly Hills. Hollywood edges WeHo on Metro rail access — the Red/Purple Line at Hollywood/Vine is a real advantage. The choice usually comes down to whether your work and social life pull west or east.
Available 1-Bedrooms in West Hollywood
4 1-bedrooms available now
