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617-620 Illinois CtEl Segundo, CA 90245
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716 Indiana CtEl Segundo, CA 90245
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326 Bungalow Dr
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200 Virginia St
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Cheapest Available El Segundo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in El Segundo, CA is a Studio unit found at Concourse in the La Cienega neighborhood priced from $1,088. 11143 S. Inglewood Ave. in the South Bay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Segundo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ConcoursePetite Private SuiteStudio,1BA$1,088
11143 S. Inglewood Ave.0/1Studio,1BA$1,195
10600 S. Inglewood Blvd.StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
10112 Felton Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,495
HAWTHORNE WAYDeluxe Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL!...Studio,1BA$1,495
12233 Manor Dr.StudioStudio,1BA$1,495
MANORBeautiful studios with Paid Utilities! ***$500 ...Studio,1BA$1,495
12022 Birch AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
11877 Grevillea Avenue,1x11BR,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Segundo, CA

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Segundo area is the $2.20 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 1/2 Bath Townhome Model at 11626 Cedar Ave. in the in the Southwest Inglewood neighborhood starting from $2,746. The second greatest value El Segundo apartment is the 8618 McConnell Ave Model at 8618 McConnell Ave, Unit 8618 starting at $2,950 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Fox Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Segundo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
11626 Cedar Ave.3 Bed 2 1/2 Bath Townhome3BR,1.5BA$2.20
8618 McConnell Ave, Unit 86188618 McConnell Ave2BR,1BA$2.46
4625 W 145th St, Unit 4625 w 145 th st4625 W 145th St2BR,1BA$2.42
10609 S Inglewood Ave, Unit NA10609 S Inglewood Ave3BR,2BA$2.45
12020 Grevillea Ave2/22BR,2BA$2.27
11311 Hawthorne Blvd, Unit 1211311 Hawthorne Blvd1BR,2BA$2.09
11533 Freeman Ave2/2.52BR,2.5BA$2.45
Marquis Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.31
11877 Grevillea Avenue,1x11BR,1BA$2.13
4117 W. Broadway1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.49

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El Segundo Overview

Translated to mean 'the second' in Spanish, El Segundo is located in the hub of Los Angeles County. Home to about 16,000 proud locals, and a popular locale of the South Bay region, this exciting west coast hot spot has much to offer a variety of lifestyles.

Why live in El Segundo, CA?

Home to a prolific aerospace industry including Beoing and Raytheon, El Segundo boasts a strong job market and highly regarded local schools. From scenic natural landscapes to the retail hub of the downtown square, this is one dynamic California city that is sure to please a wide variety of would-be residents.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Segundo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in El Segundo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in El Segundo is at Concourse listed at $1,088.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Segundo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Segundo Apartment is $1,595 at 11877 Grevillea Avenue,.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Segundo is starting from $2,295 at Chateau Apartments.

What is the most affordable El Segundo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap El Segundo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 11626 Cedar Ave. and starts from $2,746.

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