
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Gardena Neighborhood of Gardena, CA from $600 (70 Rentals)
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1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave.

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Gardena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Gardena Studio Apartments | $1,626 | $1,445 | $1,923 |
| North Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,681 | $1,650 | $1,700 |
| North Gardena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,200 | $2,300 |
| North Gardena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,584 | $1,869 | $3,400 |
| North Gardena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $1,317 | $2,635 |
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Cheapest Available North Gardena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Gardena area of Los Angeles, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Maya Town Homes priced from $1,211. Rosecrans has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,445. Here are the most affordable North Gardena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maya Town Homes | Maya Town Homes-4 | 4BR,2BA | $1,211 |
| Rosecrans | Studio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR TOTAL... | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Island Breeze Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 13605 S. Vermont Avenue | One Bedroom + One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Harbor City Lights Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,194 |
| Vermont Breeze Apartments | 2 BED 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2,195 |
| 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 12714 S Figueroa St | 3 Bedroom and 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $3,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Gardena, CA
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Gardena area is the $2.46 price per square foot 3 Bedroom and 2 Bath Model at 12714 S Figueroa St in the in the North Gardena neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value North Gardena apartment is the Maya Town Homes -3 Model at Maya Town Homes starting at $1,869 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Gardena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12714 S Figueroa St | 3 Bedroom and 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Maya Town Homes | Maya Town Homes -3 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| Vermont Breeze Apartments | 2 BED 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Harbor City Lights Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.44 |
| 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 13605 S. Vermont Avenue | One Bedroom + One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Rosecrans | Upgraded 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Island Breeze Apartments | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $3.40 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Gardena Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Gardena?
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 4 regular apartments in North Gardena that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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