
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McCarthy Neighborhood of Gardena, CA from $600 (65 Rentals)
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1540 W 145th St, Unit 1

Marine Terrace

CHADRON

Villa Del Sol

1711 Marine Ave

2311 W 156th St

West 166th St. Apartments

Marine Bay Apartments

Lemoli Terraces
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South Western Villas

14905 Lemoli Ave.

14800 Chadron Ave

CHADRON 2

Chadron Apartments

2620 W 141St Pl

2620 141st Pl

1709 Marine Ave

14715 Chadron Ave

14830 Chadron Ave
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13707 Van Ness Ave.

2617 W Rosecrans Ave

Van Ness Apartments

1617 W 147th St

1854 Marine Ave

The Village Place (Furnished Units Available)

157 St

The Village Apartments

PARKVIEW (Tropic Isle)

London Arms Apartments
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Club Pacifica

14112 Yukon Ave

14102 Lemoli Ave

14019 Cerise Ave

13915 S Lemoli Ave

14025 Chadron Ave

Hawthorne Chateau Apartments

16120 Van Ness Ave.

Lemoli Apartments
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Greystone

Chadron Terrace Garden

Pacific West Apartments

Villa Bella Apartments

14602-14608 Yukon Ave

Cerise Apartments

Prime Estates/Active Estates

El Caballero

Cerise Apartments

14501 Cerise Ave.
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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 | $1,537 | $1,295 | $1,626 |
| McCarthy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $1,565 | $2,494 |
| McCarthy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $1,587 | $3,200 |
| McCarthy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,739 | $1,827 | $3,300 |
| McCarthy 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,239 | $2,020 | $2,459 |
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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 14501 Cerise Ave. priced from $1,400. El Capistrano has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here are the most affordable McCarthy apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14501 Cerise Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| El Capistrano | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Cerise (Fountain Villa) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| PARKVIEW (Tropic Isle) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Marine Terrace | Spacious Single | Studio,1BA | $1,544 |
| APARTMENTS FOR RENT-TORRANCE | Single | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| London Arms Apartments | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
| 14905 Lemoli Ave. | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
| Icon at Rosecrans | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,587 |
| Club Pacifica | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,626 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McCarthy, CA
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the McCarthy area is the $1.63 price per square foot 3-Bedroom Model at Icon at Rosecrans in the in the Hollypark neighborhood starting from $1,827. The second greatest value McCarthy apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Chadron Terrace Garden starting at $2,750 with a $2.66 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Icon at Rosecrans | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Chadron Terrace Garden | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Terrace Estates Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Van Ness Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Bristol Square Apartments | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 14102 Lemoli Ave | 1 Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Brookside Square Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH WITH DEN | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 2620 W 141St Pl | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| London Arms Apartments | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 14025 Chadron Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McCarthy Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in McCarthy?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in McCarthy is at 14501 Cerise Ave. listed at $1,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McCarthy Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McCarthy Apartment is $1,565 at London Arms Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McCarthy Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McCarthy is starting from $1,587 at Icon at Rosecrans.
What is the most affordable McCarthy Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap McCarthy Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Icon at Rosecrans and starts from $1,827.
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