Eastern Los Angeles has seen the largest year-over-year jump in rental competitiveness, soaring from 25th place to break the top 20 at the start of this rental season to rank ninth. This dramatic rise is primarily due to a sharp increase in lease renewals (from 42.1% one year ago to 52.7% now). Whether you’re adjusting your budget (or expectations) or searching for hidden gems with less competition among renters, our Rental Market Competitiveness Report sheds light on where it’s easier or harder to secure an apartment across the U.S. Other notable California markets include Silicon Valley at #6 and Orange County at #8. What’s making Eastern L.A. rental market so hot this…