
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McCarthy Neighborhood of Gardena, CA from $600 (15 Rentals)
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McCarthy, Gardena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McCarthy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCarthy Studio Apartments | $1,441 | $1,195 | $1,675 |
| McCarthy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,918 | $1,565 | $2,700 |
| McCarthy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $1,992 | $3,450 |
| McCarthy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,030 | $2,895 | $3,300 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the McCarthy Neighborhood of Gardena, CA.
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Cheapest Available McCarthy Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McCarthy area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Premier Apartments priced from $1,195. 14019 Cerise Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable McCarthy apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Apartments | Jr Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN - SPECIAL OA... | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 14019 Cerise Ave | ZERO | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| London Arms -14100-14030 CHADRON AVE | ONE | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
| APARTMENTS FOR RENT-TORRANCE | Single | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| 3320 Redondo Beach Blvd. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McCarthy, CA
As of December 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the McCarthy area is the $2.66 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Chadron Terrace Garden in the in the Hollypark neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value McCarthy apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 14501 Cerise Ave. starting at $1,950 with a $2.01 price per square foot in the Hollypark neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McCarthy apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chadron Terrace Garden | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| 14501 Cerise Ave. | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| 16413 S Dalton Ave, Unit C | 16413 S Dalton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| 13801 - 13817 Van Ness Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Sunshine Villa | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Bristol Square Apartments | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 14102 Lemoli Ave | 1 Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| London Arms -14100-14030 CHADRON AVE | ONE | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 14106 Cerise Ave, Unit 3 | 14106 Cerise Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| 14025 Chadron Ave | Apartment 21 | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McCarthy Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in McCarthy?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in McCarthy is under $1,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in McCarthy?
The cheapest apartment in McCarthy is London Arms -14100-14030 CHADRON AVE which is listed at $1,565, while the average apartment in McCarthy costs $2,895.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in McCarthy?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in McCarthy that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in McCarthy?
Cheap apartments in McCarthy have an average cost of $478 which is $2,417 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in McCarthy.
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