Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Gardena Neighborhood of Gardena, CA from $1,450 (6 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Central Gardena area of Gardena.

property at 1218 Marine Ave

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

1218 Marine Ave

GardenaCA90247

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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. 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Central Gardena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
13921 Normandie Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,445
1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,550
1034 Magnolia Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Gardena, CA

As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Gardena area is the $1.88 price per square foot 2121 W 157th St Model at 2121 W 157th St, Unit 2 in the in the Central Gardena neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Central Gardena apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 1430 W 146th St starting at $2,200 with a $2.20 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2121 W 157th St, Unit 22121 W 157th St2BR,1BA$1.88
1430 W 146th St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.20
1540 W 145th St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$3.28
15411 S Western Ave, Unit A15411 S Western Ave1BR,1BA$2.88
The Village Place (Furnished Units Available)Renovated One Bedroom Unit1BR,1BA$3.38
1034 Magnolia Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.85
15916 Halldale Ave, Unit B15916 Halldale Ave1BR,1BA$3.83
15205 Raymond Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.04
1345 W 163rd St, Unit B1345 W 163rd St1BR,1BA$4.18
13921 Normandie Ave.StudioStudio ,1BA$4.01

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Gardena

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Gardena?

There are currently 381 Apartments for Rent in Central Gardena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,550 to $3,300. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Gardena ranging from $1,450 to $7,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Gardena?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Gardena ranges from $1,450 to $7,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,527.

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