
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Civic Center Neighborhood of Gardena, CA from $1,330 (44 Rentals)
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1218 Marine Ave

1034 Magnolia Ave

15205 Raymond Ave

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15411 S Western Ave, Unit A

1315 Magnolia Ave, Unit 00

1711 Marine Ave

Cocoon 63
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Gardena Court

840 W 168th St

16101 Harvard Blvd

2501 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Unit 130

2501 W Redondo Beach Blvd, Unit Pueblo gardena 119

1165-1171 166th St

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1345 W 163rd St, Unit B

2121 W 157th St, Unit 2
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1114 W 155th St

Sage Park

South Western Villas

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15117 Budlong Ave

Coral Apartments

El Dorado
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15127 S Budlong Ave

Palms

Raymond Manor

15215 S Budlong Ave

1854 Marine Ave

844 W 164th St

157 St

The Village Place (Furnished Units Available)
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15515 S Vermont -Fully Renovated

The Village Apartments

The Wishing Well

16515 New Hampshire Ave

164th st.

Palm View Village Gardena

15226 Normandie Ave, Unit B

166th St
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1838 Marine Ave

2050 Artesia Blvd

2100 Artesia Blvd

16120 Van Ness Ave.
Civic Center, Gardena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Civic Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civic Center Studio Apartments | $1,907 | $1,694 | $1,971 |
| Civic Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $1,850 | $2,300 |
| Civic Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $1,500 | $3,200 |
| Civic Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,142 | $3,090 | $3,195 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Civic Center Neighborhood of Gardena, CA.
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Cheapest Available Civic Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Civic Center area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1034 Magnolia Ave priced from $1,850. 15205 Raymond Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Civic Center apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1034 Magnolia Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 15205 Raymond Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 1711 Marine Ave | Unit 5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Cocoon 63 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,938 |
| Gardena Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| The Village Place (Furnished Units Available) | Renovated One Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Palm View Village Gardena | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Civic Center, CA
As of September 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Civic Center area is the $1.84 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 $2,390. The second greatest value Civic Center apartment is the 17055 S Dalton Ave Model at 17055 S Dalton Ave, Unit 5 starting at $3,200 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Harbor Gateway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Civic Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2121 W 157th St, Unit 2 | 2121 W 157th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 17055 S Dalton Ave, Unit 5 | 17055 S Dalton Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.78 |
| 15411 S Western Ave, Unit A | 15411 S Western Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| The Village Place (Furnished Units Available) | Renovated One Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| 1034 Magnolia Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 15205 Raymond Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Palm View Village Gardena | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.34 |
| 1345 W 163rd St, Unit B | 1345 W 163rd St | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
| Cocoon 63 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.65 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Civic Center, Gardena, CA
Denker Avenue Elementary
Robert E. Peary Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Civic Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Civic Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Civic Center is at Cocoon 63 listed at $1,938.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Civic Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Civic Center Apartment is $1,850 at 1034 Magnolia Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Civic Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Civic Center is starting from $2,600 at Palm View Village Gardena.
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