
Cheap Homes for Rent in Carson, CA from $900 (28 Rentals)
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938 E Franke St

814 W 147th St, Unit Side

133 E 140th St

21800 Foley Ave

218 W Carson St

800 Coriander Dr
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1051 W 170th St

207 W Indigo St

804 Coriander Dr
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486 E 60th St

1051 W 170th St

1603 W 224th St

1611 N Grape Ave

5230 Long Beach Blvd

5659 Dairy Ave
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1726 W 146th St

244 E 56th St

21105 Dalton Ave

15422 S Catalina Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Carson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carson 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,897 | $1,850 | $4,000 |
| Carson 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,781 | $1,400 | $6,500 |
| Carson 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,550 | $3,420 | $6,700 |
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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 $868. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dorms of Torrance | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $868 |
| Furnished on Flint | Studio 2 | Studio, | $939 |
| 916-918 Watson Ave | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Regency Apartments | 1 Bd, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Island Breeze Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Royal Palms Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| McDonald Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Roman Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls - 55+ Senior Apartments | One Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carson, CA
As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carson area is the $2.14 price per square foot 16903 S Dalton Ave Model at 16903 S Dalton Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Central Gardena neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Carson apartment is the 3x2.5_1465 Model at Portofino Townhomes starting at $3,499 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Northwest San pedro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16903 S Dalton Ave, Unit 1 | 16903 S Dalton Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Portofino Townhomes | 3x2.5_1465 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.39 |
| 22707 Figueroa St | 2 Bed/2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.81 |
| 2029 W 182nd St, Unit Duplex | 2029 W 182nd St | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 24 E 56th St, Unit 24 E 56th St | 24 E 56th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach) | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2135 Santa Fe Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Windmill Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Full Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 507 Broad Ave, Unit 6 | 507 Broad Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.45 |
| The Dorms of Torrance | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.31 |
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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 $868 to $3,950. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carson ranging from $900 to $6,700.
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 $6,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,896.
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 $3,950, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,420 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,635.
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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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