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Long BeachCA90810
property at 21133 Grace Ave

$1,150

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21133 Grace Ave

CarsonCA90745

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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
Island Breeze ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,432
1147 Broad Ave. (El Portal)STUDIOSStudio,1BA$1,450
228 West CarsonStudioStudio,1BA$1,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carson, CA

As of June 13, 2026 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 A in the in the Harbor Gateway neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Carson apartment is the 1545 W 207th St Model at 1545 W 207th St, Unit 1 starting at $3,150 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the East Torrance 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 A16126 S Ainsworth St3BR,2.5BA$2.35
1545 W 207th St, Unit 11545 W 207th St3BR,2BA$2.25
22707 Figueroa St2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.81
Torrance Villa Pacifica3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.14
16418 Halldale Ave, Unit 216418 Halldale Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.29
Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach)2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.00
2135 Santa Fe Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.04
R02-130-MF2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.05
Magnolia Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.32
Windmill Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath1BR,1BA$2.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carson

What type of rentals are currently available in Carson?

There are currently 1740 Apartments for Rent in Carson, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,006 to $5,500. There are also 92 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carson ranging from $900 to $7,000.

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 $900 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,051.

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 $2,595 to $3,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $5,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,635.

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