
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gardena, CA from $600 (45 Rentals)
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1300 W 134th St

14705 S Normandie Ave

Lemoli Terraces

Fig Tree

Hoover Apartments

South Western Villas

Berendo Apartments

Maya Town Homes
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PARKVIEW (Tropic Isle)

Casa Grande

13637 Cordary Ave

Pacific West Apartments

HAWTHORNE TERRACE

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12636 S Figueroa St

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Courtyard Hawthorne
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11813 Acacia (55+ Senior Community)

Villa Bella Apartments

Broadway Studios

14602-14608 Yukon Ave

14118 Cordary Ave

Cerise Apartments

12919 Doty Ave

Prime Estates/Active Estates

The Duquesne Apartments
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Sunrise Apartments

4381 W 136th St

Cedar Pointe

1514 W 205th St

El Caballero

Villa Serena Apartments

Cerise Apartments

12112 S Vermont Ave

Crescent Apartments
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Crestgarden Apartments

Doty Avenue Apartments

13615 Cerise Ave

HAWTHORNE 2

10311-10313 S Figueroa St

15430 Hawthorne Blvd

El Segundo Apartments

3627 W 104th St

14006 Doty Ave
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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 | $2,093 | $1,095 | $3,165 |
| Cheap Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,236 | $1,565 | $3,489 |
| Cheap Gardena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,772 | $1,800 | $4,618 |
| Cheap Gardena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,979 | $1,869 | $3,795 |
| Cheap Gardena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,256 | $1,317 | $6,500 |
| Gardena 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,166 | $3,700 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Available Gardena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gardena, CA is a Studio unit found at Premier Apartments in the McCarthy neighborhood priced from $1,095. Maya Town Homes in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,211. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gardena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Apartments | Jr Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN - SPECIAL OA... | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Maya Town Homes | Maya Town Homes-4 | 4BR,2BA | $1,211 |
| HAWTHORNE 2 | Jr Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| PARKVIEW (Tropic Isle) | JR Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,355 |
| Casa Grande | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
| 13637 Cordary Ave | 0+1 | Studio,1BA | $1,380 |
| Rosecrans | Studio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR TOTAL... | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Villa Gardens | Studio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR MOVE ... | Studio,1BA | $1,435 |
| 13921 Normandie Ave. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| DOTY (Ocean Breeze) | Deluxe Studio ***Check out our HOLIDAY SPECIAL ... | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardena, CA
As of January 26, 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 3674 W Imperial Hwy Model at 3674 W Imperial Hwy, Unit 508 starting at $2,950 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Imperial Highway 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 |
| 3674 W Imperial Hwy, Unit 508 | 3674 W Imperial Hwy | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| 2144 W. 182nd St. | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Maya Town Homes | Maya Town Homes -3 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| Vermont Breeze Apartments | 2 BED 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Village Pointe Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| 14501 Cerise Ave. | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Evergreen Apartments | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Sunshine Villa | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 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.
Best Local Schools in Gardena, CA
Robert E. Peary Middle
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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 Premier Apartments listed at $1,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardena Apartment is $1,565 at London Arms -14100-14030 CHADRON 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 $1,800 at Evergreen Apartments.
What is the most affordable Gardena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gardena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maya Town Homes and starts from $1,869.
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