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property at 21133 Grace Ave

$1,150

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$1,150
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 31

21133 Grace Ave

CarsonCA90745
property at 218 W Carson St

$1,250

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$1,250
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 29

218 W Carson St

CarsonCA90745
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Everglow
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Everglow

539 E Lomita BlvdCarson, CA 90745
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Kona Palms Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kona Palms Apartments

21740 Figueroa StCarson, CA 90745
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property at 2220 Gale Ave

$1,050

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$1,050
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$1,050

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

2220 Gale Ave, Unit Room 1

2220 Gale Ave
Long BeachCA90810
property at 1033 Sage Ln

$1,200

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$1,200
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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1033 Sage Ln, Unit Room #1

1033 Sage Ln
GardenaCA90247

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422 W Laurel St
$1,650 - $1,755
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422 W Laurel St

422 W Laurel StCompton, CA 90220

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property at 1308 W 225th St

$1,775 - $1,795

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1308 W 225th St

TorranceCA90501

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Carson, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Carson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carson, CA is a Studio unit found at The Dorms of Torrance in the West Carson neighborhood priced from $1,006. 916-918 Watson Ave in the Watson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Dorms of Torrance0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,006
916-918 Watson AveStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,395
13921 Normandie Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,455
228 West CarsonStudioStudio,1BA$1,475
Island Breeze ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,495
BAYVIEWDeluxe StudioStudio,1BA$1,525
Please visit our beautiful, Newly Renovated Spacious Studio ApartmentStudioStudio,1BA$1,550
132 E. I St.StudioStudio,1BA$1,575
Avalon PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,575
1601-1611 W LomitaStudioStudio,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carson, CA

As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carson area is the $2.25 price per square foot 1545 W 207th St Model at 1545 W 207th St, Unit 1 in the in the East Torrance neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Carson apartment is the 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at 22707 Figueroa St starting at $2,500 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the West Carson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1545 W 207th St, Unit 11545 W 207th St3BR,2BA$2.25
22707 Figueroa St2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.81
16418 Halldale Ave, Unit 216418 Halldale Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.29
Torrance Courtyard Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.33
750 Redondo Beach BlvdTwo Bedroom \ Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.30
Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach)2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.00
2135 Santa Fe Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.10
Magnolia Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.32
R02-130-MF2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.19
Please visit our beautiful, Newly Renovated Spacious Studio ApartmentStudioStudio ,1BA$2.21

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Carson Overview

A true South Bay Los Angeles favorite, Carson promises to let you enjoy the finest in California living. Ample sunny days, palm trees swaying in the breeze, and beach trips galore all await your arrival – and that’s just the start. While living in Carson apartments, you can count on having all the best shopping, dining, and entertainment venues just minutes away. Fortune 500 companies abound, too, making it easy to build a successful career while still having time to enjoy all the city has to offer. So, it’s no wonder why nearly 100,000 residents proudly call this city home – and even more will undoubtedly join them in the coming years.  

Why live in Carson, CA?

If you’re dreaming of living in California, apartments in Carson promise to leave you delighted with their spacious floorplans and endless amenities. The designers often make great use of the space, too, by using high-end finishes to create a truly attractive place to live. So, you’ll always want to bring in your friends and family for a dinner party or simply lounge around together for a movie night. Beyond that, the city itself always proves delightful as well, offering fun in the sun at every turn. You’re never far from a beach, golf course, or park, after all, which ensures you can always get out of the house and have a great time.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carson Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carson?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carson is at The Dorms of Torrance listed at $1,006.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carson Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carson Apartment is $1,595 at 2519 E. Monroe St..

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carson Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carson is starting from $1,749 at Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach).

What is the most affordable Carson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Carson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Jasmine Garden Apartments and starts from $2,598.

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