
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Gardena, CA (1,139 Rentals)


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Rosecrans

West 166th St. Apartments

14719 S. Berendo Ave

Palms

2800 W. 141st Place

Marine Terrace

CHADRON

Gardena Court
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2907 W. 141st Place

15117 Budlong Ave

750 Redondo Beach Blvd

13605 S. Vermont Avenue

15205 Raymond Ave

Villa Del Sol

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1711 W 144th St, Unit #4

1034 168th W St, Unit 1034

844 W 164th St

17917 Evelyn Ave
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835 W 165th Pl

839 W 165th Pl

16615 S Denver Ave

1208A-B, 1210A-B W. 166th St.

Normandie Place

1034 Magnolia Ave

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1407 W 148th St

2604 W El Segundo Blvd

1715 W 144th St
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2109 W 157th St

2805 W Rosecrans Ave

1441 W 145th St

1906 W El Segundo Blvd

1419 W 148th St

13908-13930 Budlong Ave

1828 W. 146th St.

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1707 W 146th St

15211 S Raymond Ave
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13306 S Vermont Ave

14818 Lemoli Ave

1475 W 157th St

2917 W Rosecrans Ave

16800-16806 S Western Ave

1501 W 145th St

17908-17912 S Harvard Blvd

16830 S Vermont Ave

15704 Van Ness Ave

15914-15920 S Harvard Blvd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gardena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardena Studio Apartments | $2,162 | $1,095 | $3,165 |
Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,314 | $1,565 | $3,505 |
| Gardena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,953 | $1,768 | $4,671 |
| Gardena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,241 | $1,869 | $7,500 |
| Gardena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,131 | $1,317 | $2,695 |
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Largest Available Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Gardena, CA is found at The Abbey Apartments in the Lawndale neighborhood and is 900 square feet priced from $2,195. Apollo South Bay in the Hawthorne neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 873 square feet and currently listed start at $3,439. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Gardena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Abbey Apartments | 900 Sq Ft | $2,195 | |
| Apollo South Bay | A16 | 873 Sq Ft | $3,439 |
| 4335 W Rosecrans Ave | One Bed with Loft | 803 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| Torrance 44 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 800 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Club Pacifica | 1Bed/1Bath | 800 Sq Ft | $1,931 |
| Marquis Apartments | 1x1 | 800 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
| 750 Redondo Beach Blvd | One Bedroom + One Bath | 795 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
| Chadron Terrace Garden | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| South Pacific Apartments | 1 bed Apt | 750 Sq Ft | $1,772 |
| Monterey Terrace Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH WITH DEN | 750 Sq Ft | $1,975 |
Cheapest Available Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 21, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Gardena, CA is the #7 One Bed/ One Bath Model starting from $1,500 at 10108 S Figueroa St in the South Central LA neighborhood. The second most affordable Gardena 1 Bedroom is the 1+1 Model at 1016 W 103rd St starting at $1,550 in the Westmont neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Gardena is currently $2,314. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Gardena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 10108 S Figueroa St | #7 One Bed/ One Bath | $1,500 |
| 1016 W 103rd St | 1+1 | $1,550 |
| 740 W. Laconia | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,554 |
| London Arms -14100-14030 CHADRON AVE | 1+1 | $1,565 |
| 13637 Cordary Ave | 1+1 | $1,565 |
| Casa Grande | 1 Bedroom | $1,569 |
| 12036 S Vermont Ave | 1 Bedroom | $1,599 |
| 1044 W. 110th St. | 1/1 | $1,629 |
| 14800 Chadron Ave | 1+1 | $1,650 |
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Gardena Overview
The warm sunshine, clear horizons and pleasant weather are just but a few of Gardena's strongest attributes. Located in the Southbay region of Los Angeles County, Gardena CA is home to a diverse residential community. The city has something for everyone, from world-class recreation joints to a thriving education system. It surely is an ideal urban residential hub. As per the latest census, Gardena's population was estimated at 60,000.
Why live in Gardena, CA?
For years now, Gardena has been known as California's diversity capital thanks to its diversified community. While here you can enjoy a range of cultures from across the world, for example, the prominent Japanese culture. The city also has a thriving education system with the Los Angeles Unified School District operating all public schools. If you are an avid reader, the 16,000 square foot Gardena Mayme Dear Library will be a haven for you. Further, Gardena is situated in a convenient location which is a central point to all parts of Southern California. It is easy to connect to other cities both in the United States and internationally. For instance, it takes only 15 minutes to get to Downtown Los Angeles and the same duration to get to the Los Angeles International Airport. The Long Beach Municipal is also nearby, a mere 20 minutes drive, while both the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles are accessible are only a 20 minutes drive away.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Gardena Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Gardena with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Gardena is at 10108 S Figueroa St listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Gardena Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Gardena is $2,314.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Gardena Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Gardena is a 900 square feet unit starting from $2,195 at The Abbey Apartments.
What is the average size for Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Gardena is currently 708 sq ft.
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