Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carson, CA from $800 (55 Rentals)

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Everglow
1 Bedroom Apartments

Everglow

539 E Lomita BlvdCarson, CA 90745
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Nassau Arms
Studio Apartments

Nassau Arms

1601-1611 Lomita BlvdHarbor City, CA 90710
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Marine Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Marine Court

822 N Marine AveWilmington, CA 90744
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Furnished on Flint
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Furnished on Flint

821 Flint AveWilmington, CA 90744

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Fig Tree
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fig Tree

16521 S Figueroa StGardena, CA 90248
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Galaxy Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Galaxy Apartments

835 W Rosecrans AveGardena, CA 90247
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Bay View Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bay View Apartments

638 Bay View AveWilmington, CA 90744
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1644 257th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1644 257th St

1644 257th StHarbor City, CA 90710
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Villager Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villager Apartments

5230 N Long Beach BlvdLong Beach, CA 90805
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Summer Glen Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Glen Apartments

23200 Western AveHarbor City, CA 90710
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Villa Alondra
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Alondra

3945 Virginia RdLong Beach, CA 90807
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Peach Tree II
Studio Apartments

Peach Tree II

1149 N Wilmington BlvdWilmington, CA 90744
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1514 W 205th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1514 W 205th St

1514 W 205th StTorrance, CA 90501
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1520 W Carson St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1520 W Carson St

1520 W Carson StTorrance, CA 90501
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1308 W 225th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1308 W 225th St

1308 W 225th StLos Angeles, CA 90501
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915 E Carson St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

915 E Carson St

915 E Carson StLong Beach, CA 90807
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1517-1521 W Carson St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1517-1521 W Carson St

1517-1521 W Carson StTorrance, CA 90501
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South Western Villas
Studio Apartments

South Western Villas

16025 S Western AveGardena, CA 90247
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Berendo Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Berendo Apartments

14427-14429 S Berendo AveGardena, CA 90247
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Milmor Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Milmor Apartments

1000-1050 E SAN ANTONIOLong Beach, CA 90807
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1664 W 218th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1664 W 218th St

1664 W 218th StTorrance, CA 90501
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25905 Walnut St
1 Bedroom Apartments

25905 Walnut St

25905 Walnut StLomita, CA 90717
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3374 Santa Fe Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3374 Santa Fe Ave

3374 Santa Fe AveLong Beach, CA 90810
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1454 W 227th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1454 W 227th St

1454 W 227th StLos Angeles, CA 90501
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3430-3440 Elm Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3430-3440 Elm Ave

3430-3440 Elm AveLong Beach, CA 90807

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1054 E Market St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1054 E Market St

1054 E Market StLong Beach, CA 90805

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 $862. Furnished on Flint in the Watson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $939. 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$862
Furnished on Flint0BR/0.5BAStudio,$939
521 N Avalon BlvdStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,250
Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom C1BR,1BA$1,330
LB0356 (RUBS) (Imp.)0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395
916-918 Watson AveStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,395
Harbor Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,550
Island Breeze ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,575
Royal Palms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,575
The Roman ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carson, CA

As of August 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carson area is the $1.81 price per square foot 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at 22707 Figueroa St in the in the West Carson neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Carson apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Torrance Courtyard Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Links at Victoria 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.
22707 Figueroa St2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.81
Torrance Courtyard Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.33
1539 W 206th St, Unit D1539 W 206th St2BR,2BA$2.48
750 Redondo Beach BlvdTwo Bedroom \ Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.20
Del Amo Village2 BEDROOM 1 BATH2BR,1BA$2.40
Parkview2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.53
2135 Santa Fe Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.04
Windmill Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath1BR,1BA$2.26
521 N Avalon BlvdStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.67
The Dorms of Torrance0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.30

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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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Getting Around Carson, CA

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 $862.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carson Apartment is $1,330 at Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Senior Apartments.

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 $1,875 at Gardena Royale Apartments.

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 $2,462.

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