
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gardena, CA from $600 (342 Rentals)
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14053 Spurlock Ln

1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave.

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Rosecrans

Island Breeze Apartments

1315 Magnolia Ave, Unit 00

1743 W 149th St, Unit Unit B

14053 Spurlock Ln

15901 S Vermont Ave, Unit 17
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Marine Terrace

CHADRON

14719 S. Berendo Ave

16615 S Denver Ave

750 Redondo Beach Blvd

13605 S. Vermont Avenue

2909 W Rosecrans Ave

Villa Del Sol

15205 Raymond Ave

2907 W. 141st Place
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Gardena Royale Apartments

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Cocoon 63

Gardena Court

West 166th St. Apartments

17917 Evelyn Ave

1315 Magnolia Ave, Unit 00

14011 S Budlong Ave, Unit 207

Berendo Apartments
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1300 W 134th St

14705 S Normandie Ave

Lemoli Terraces

Fig Tree

Hoover Apartments

Sage Park

South Western Villas

El Segundo

3351 Marine Ave.

159th St
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The Katydid Apartments

14830 Chadron Ave

14800 Chadron Ave

2110 W El Segundo Blvd.

14905 Lemoli Ave.

Chadron Apartments

15117 Budlong Ave

Coral Apartments

2126-2130 W. El Segundo Blvd.

CHADRON 2
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Gardena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gardena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Gardena Studio Apartments | $2,351 | $1,295 | $3,159 |
| Cheap Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,455 | $1,549 | $3,500 |
| Cheap Gardena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,010 | $1,587 | $4,571 |
| Cheap Gardena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,201 | $1,827 | $7,500 |
| Cheap Gardena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,599 | $1,317 | $3,846 |
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Cheapest Available Gardena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gardena, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Maya Town Homes in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,211. 13637 Cordary Ave in the North Lawndale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,380. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gardena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maya Town Homes | Maya Town Homes-4 | 4BR,2BA | $1,211 |
| 13637 Cordary Ave | 0+1 | Studio,1BA | $1,380 |
| Convenient Inglewood Living Near SoFi & 105 Freeway! | Jr. Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Premier Apartments | Studio *** $500 MOVE IN SPECIAL OAC!!*** | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 14501 Cerise Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Rosecrans | Studio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR TOTAL... | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| 12233 Manor Dr. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 13444-13460 Prairie Ave. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| HAWTHORNE WAY | Deluxe Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL!... | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| RAMONA | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardena, CA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gardena area is the $0.91 price per square foot 2/1 Model at 10626 S. Budlong Ave. in the in the South Central LA neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Gardena apartment is the Maya Town Homes-4 Model at Maya Town Homes starting at $1,211 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gardena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10626 S. Budlong Ave. | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Maya Town Homes | Maya Town Homes-4 | 4BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| 11626 Cedar Ave. | 3 Bed 2 1/2 Bath Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.20 |
| Icon at Rosecrans | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Vermont Breeze Apartments | 2 BED 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Village Pointe Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| Evergreen Apartments | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Marquis Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 750 Redondo Beach Blvd | One Bedroom + One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| London Arms -14100-14030 CHADRON AVE | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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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 Cheap Gardena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gardena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gardena is at 13637 Cordary Ave listed at $1,380.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardena Apartment is $1,549 at 12036 S Vermont Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gardena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gardena is starting from $1,587 at Icon at Rosecrans.
What is the most affordable Gardena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gardena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Icon at Rosecrans and starts from $1,827.
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