
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McCarthy Neighborhood of Gardena, CA from $600 (24 Rentals)
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1818 W 145th St, Unit 10

15012 Lemoli Ave

CHADRON 2

CHADRON

Lemoli Terraces

South Western Villas

14905 Lemoli Ave.
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14102 Lemoli 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 | $1,557 | $1,495 | $1,626 |
| McCarthy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $1,565 | $2,494 |
| McCarthy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,409 | $1,928 | $3,150 |
| McCarthy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,763 | $2,221 | $3,300 |
| McCarthy 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,459 | $2,459 | $2,459 |
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There are currently 24 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 $1,395. 14501 Cerise Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable McCarthy apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Apartments | Studio *** $500 MOVE IN SPECIAL OAC!!*** | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 14501 Cerise Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| APARTMENTS FOR RENT-TORRANCE | Studio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR MOVE ... | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| 14019 Cerise Ave | 0+1 | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| London Arms -14100-14030 CHADRON AVE | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McCarthy, CA
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the McCarthy 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 McCarthy apartment is the 3+1 Model at Marine Terrace starting at $2,352 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Gardena 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2121 W 157th St, Unit 2 | 2121 W 157th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Marine Terrace | 3+1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Icon at Rosecrans | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| El Capistrano | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| Yukon (Regent) | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Van Ness Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Sunshine Villa | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Windsong Terrace 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 | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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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 Premier Apartments listed at $1,395.
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 -14100-14030 CHADRON AVE.
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 $1,928 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 $2,221.
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