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Carson, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Carson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carson, CA is a Studio unit found at Furnished on Flint in the Watson neighborhood priced from $939. The Dorms of Torrance in the West Carson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $958. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Furnished on FlintStudio 4Studio,$939
The Dorms of Torrance0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$958
LB0356 (RUBS) (Imp.)0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395
916-918 Watson AveStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,395
Ace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carson, CA

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carson area is the $2.35 price per square foot 16126 S Ainsworth St Model at 16126 S Ainsworth St, Unit Front B in the in the Harbor Gateway neighborhood starting from $3,650. 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.
16126 S Ainsworth St, Unit Front B16126 S Ainsworth St3BR,2.5BA$2.35
22707 Figueroa St2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.81
1203 W Gardena BlvdA3BR,2BA$2.36
Harbor ApartmentsDeluxe 2bed 1ba ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN SPECIA...2BR,1BA$1.75
Torrance Courtyard Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.33
Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach)2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.00
1415 E Cruces St, Unit #41415 E Cruces St2BR,1BA$2.49
712 1/2 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Unit # 712 1/2712 1/2 W Redondo Beach Blvd1BR,1BA$2.38
Windmill Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath1BR,1BA$2.26
1514 W 204th St, Unit 15141514 W 204th St1BR,1BA$2.43

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carson

What type of rentals are currently available in Carson?

There are currently 1711 Apartments for Rent in Carson, CA with pricing that ranges from $958 to $3,900. There are also 130 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carson ranging from $899 to $9,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carson?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carson ranges from $899 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,417.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Carson?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Carson range from $2,363 to $3,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,950 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,635.

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