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How much does it cost to rent a home in Gardena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardena 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,712 | $1,945 | $3,764 |
| Gardena 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,003 | $2,895 | $8,500 |
| Gardena 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,226 | $4,953 | $5,500 |
| Gardena 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,819 | $3,795 | $3,850 |
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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 Gardena 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 |
| 11115 S Budlong Ave | One bed One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Casa Grande | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,379 |
| 13921 Normandie Ave. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardena, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gardena area is the $2.14 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Torrance Villa Pacifica in the in the South Gardena neighborhood starting from $2,824. The second greatest value Gardena apartment is the Maya Town Homes -3 Model at Maya Town Homes starting at $2,263 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torrance Villa Pacifica | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Maya Town Homes | Maya Town Homes -3 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.97 |
| Icon at Rosecrans | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Vermont Breeze Apartments | 2 BED 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Harbor City Lights Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Village Pointe Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| Evergreen Apartments | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 10970 S Figueroa St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| London Arms Apartments | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 11115 S Budlong Ave | One bed one bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Gardena, CAPopulation: 59,721
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What type of rentals are currently available in Gardena?
There are currently 2512 Apartments for Rent in Gardena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $7,500. There are also 113 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gardena ranging from $1,050 to $19,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gardena?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gardena ranges from $1,050 to $19,200 with an average monthly rent of $6,660.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gardena?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gardena range from $1,827 to $7,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,895 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,953 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,317.
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