
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Gardena Neighborhood of Gardena, CA from $900 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Gardena area of Gardena.


Island Breeze Apartments

1315 Magnolia Ave

15117 Budlong Ave
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14705 S Normandie Ave

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13921 Normandie Ave.
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Central Gardena, Gardena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Gardena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Gardena Studio Apartments | $1,848 | $1,495 | $2,062 |
| Central Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,979 | $950 | $2,700 |
| Central Gardena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,537 | $1,990 | $3,300 |
| Central Gardena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Gardena Neighborhood of Gardena, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Gardena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Gardena area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 13921 Normandie Ave. priced from $1,445. Island Breeze Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Central Gardena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13921 Normandie Ave. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Island Breeze Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 159th St | 0 bed, 1 bath - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Gardena, CA
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Gardena area is the $2.36 price per square foot A Model at 1203 W Gardena Blvd in the in the Central Gardena neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Central Gardena apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 14011 S Budlong Ave starting at $2,495 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Central Gardena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Gardena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1203 W Gardena Blvd | A | 3BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| 14011 S Budlong Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 16413 S Dalton Ave, Unit C | 16413 S Dalton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 16418 Halldale Ave, Unit 2 | 16418 Halldale Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.00 |
| Palms | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| 14719 S. Berendo | 2+1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| 15205 Raymond Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| 2800 W. 141st Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 2617 W Rosecrans Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Island Breeze Apartments | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $3.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Gardena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Gardena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Gardena is at 13921 Normandie Ave. listed at $1,445.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Gardena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Gardena Apartment is $1,700 at 15117 Budlong Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Gardena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Gardena is starting from $2,118 at 14719 S. Berendo.
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