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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gardena, CA from $600 (49 Rentals)
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$1,211 - $2,6353 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Maya Town Homes
306 W 120th StLos Angeles, CA 90061
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$1,280Studio Apartments Available Now
4050 W El Segundo Blvd
4050 W El Segundo BlvdHawthorne, CA 90250
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The Century Village (9910 S Village Dr)
9910 S Village DrInglewood, CA 90305
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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 | $1,773 | $1,280 | $2,395 |
| Cheap Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,028 | $1,400 | $4,995 |
| Cheap Gardena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,567 | $1,800 | $4,000 |
| Cheap Gardena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,214 | $1,869 | $3,995 |
| Cheap Gardena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,956 | $1,317 | $4,295 |
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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. Casa Grande in the Hollypark neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,429. 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 |
| Casa Grande | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,429 |
| 13637 Cordary Ave | ZERO | Studio,1BA | $1,431 |
| Trinidad Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 13444-13460 Prairie Ave. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 11736 S Vermont Ave. | ONE | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| 14019 Cerise Ave | ZERO | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Island Breeze Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| 740 W. Laconia | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,582 |
| RAMONA | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardena, CA
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gardena area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Torrance Palms in the in the North Torrance neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Gardena apartment is the 3213 Bartdon Ave Model at 3213 Bartdon Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,795 with a $2.11 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. |
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| Torrance Palms | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 3213 Bartdon Ave, Unit 1 | 3213 Bartdon Ave | 4BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| Maya Town Homes | Maya Town Homes -3 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| Vermont Breeze Apartments | 2 BED 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 10601 Crenshaw Blvd, Unit #1 | 10601 Crenshaw Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 844 W 164th St | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 3301 W 139th St | 1 Bed 1 Beth | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Village Pointe Apartments | One bedroom - one bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Evergreen Apartments | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 4459 W 129th St, Unit 3 | 4459 W 129th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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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
Los Angeles Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1164)
5 out of 10
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Getting Around Gardena, CA
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Casa Grande listed at $1,429.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardena Apartment is $1,495 at 11736 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 $1,800 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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