
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Gardena, CA (1,160 Rentals)


Island Breeze

Rosecrans

West 166th St. Apartments

Gardena Court

2800 W. 141st Place

Marine Bay Apartments

2931 W. 141st Place

Villa Del Sol

CHADRON
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1711 Marine Ave

1458 Marine Ave.

14905 Lemoli Ave.

Gardena Capri

750 Redondo Beach Blvd

13605 S. Vermont Avenue

15205 Raymond Ave

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1210 W 144th St, Unit 1

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15411 S Western Ave, Unit A

15820 Arcturus Ave, Unit B
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1315 Magnolia Ave, Unit 00

835 W 165th Pl

13505 Mariposa Ave

1709 Marine Ave

2620 141st Pl

1443 W 157th St

844 W 164th St

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

Normandie Place

2620 W 141St Pl
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Gardena Apartments

1828 W. 146th St.

14513 Halldale Ave

16800-16806 S Western Ave

1419 W 148th St

1211-1219 W 134th St

1707 W 146th St

1838 W El Segundo Blvd

lorraina courtyard

1739 W 147 St
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1842-1846 W 145th St

16929 S Dalton Ave

2805 W Rosecrans Ave

2500 W El Segundo Blvd

2801 W Rosecrans Ave

15211 S Raymond Ave

17908-17912 S Harvard Blvd

1138 W 164th St

1210 W 144th St

2 Duplexes
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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 | $3,449 |
Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,365 | $1,300 | $3,510 |
| Gardena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,809 | $1,587 | $4,521 |
| Gardena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,116 | $1,827 | $7,500 |
| Gardena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,886 | $1,317 | $3,850 |
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Largest Available Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Gardena, CA is found at Apollo South Bay in the Hollypark neighborhood and is 857 square feet priced from $3,225. Hampton Pointe Apartments in the Fusion at South Bay neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 850 square feet and currently listed start at $1,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Gardena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apollo South Bay | A15 | 857 Sq Ft | $3,225 |
| Hampton Pointe Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 850 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| Club Pacifica | 1+1 | 800 Sq Ft | $1,982 |
| 14102 Lemoli Ave | 1 Bed/1Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| Brookside Square Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH WITH DEN | 750 Sq Ft | $1,975 |
| Monterey Terrace Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH WITH DEN | 750 Sq Ft | $1,975 |
| Whispering Winds Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH WITH DEN | 750 Sq Ft | $1,975 |
| Chadron Terrace Garden | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| 2620 W 141St Pl | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 750 Sq Ft | $1,725 |
| Casa Grande | 1 Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $1,559 |
Cheapest Available Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 07, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Gardena, CA is the One bed One bath Model starting from $1,300 at 11115 S Budlong Ave in the West Athens - Westmont neighborhood. The second most affordable Gardena 1 Bedroom is the #7 One Bed/ One Bath Model at 10108 S Figueroa St starting at $1,500 in the Willowbrook neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Gardena is currently $2,365. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Gardena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 11115 S Budlong Ave | One bed One bath | $1,300 |
| 10108 S Figueroa St | #7 One Bed/ One Bath | $1,500 |
| 12036 S Vermont Ave | 1 Bedroom Standard | $1,549 |
| Casa Grande | 1 Bedroom | $1,559 |
| London Arms Apartments | 1+1 | $1,565 |
| Rosecrans | Upgraded 1 Bedroom | $1,650 |
| CHADRON 2 | 1bd, 1ba | $1,675 |
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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.
Gardena, CAPopulation: 59,721
Ranked #635
in US Census Population by City
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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 11115 S Budlong Ave listed at $1,300.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Gardena Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Gardena is $2,365.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Gardena Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Gardena is a 857 square feet unit starting from $3,225 at Apollo South Bay.
What is the average size for Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Gardena is currently 590 sq ft.
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