
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Gardena Neighborhood of Gardena, CA from $1,300 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Gardena area of Gardena.


Villa Manor

17908-17912 S Harvard Blvd

18458 S Normandie Ave

One Seven Eight by Melia Homes

1443 W 179th St
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17321 Dalton Ave

The Orient/Villa Capri

Sage Park

1426 W. 179TH St.

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Del Amo Place Apartments Homes

2144 W. 182nd St.

1538 W 205th St

1611 W 205th St

1564 W 205 St

20329-20335 Denker Ave
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1559 W 205th St

2052-2066 Artesia Blvd

2126 W 182nd St

1900 Artesia Blvd

2136 W 182nd St

20414 Kenwood Ave
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2816 W. 182nd Street

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South Gardena, Gardena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Gardena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Gardena Studio Apartments | $2,324 | $1,950 | $2,699 |
| South Gardena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,835 | $1,995 |
| South Gardena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,522 | $2,167 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Gardena Neighborhood of Gardena, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Gardena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Gardena area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 204th St priced from $1,625. 2816 W. 182nd Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable South Gardena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 204th St | 1bd, 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| 2816 W. 182nd Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Del Amo Place Apartments Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Garden West Estates (55+ Senior) | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Gardena, CA
As of January 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Gardena area is the $2.69 price per square foot 2029 W 182nd St Model at 2029 W 182nd St, Unit Duplex in the in the South Gardena neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value South Gardena apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Garden West Estates (55+ Senior) starting at $2,600 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the South Gardena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Gardena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2029 W 182nd St, Unit Duplex | 2029 W 182nd St | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Garden West Estates (55+ Senior) | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Del Amo Place Apartments Homes | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 204th St | 1bd, 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 2816 W. 182nd Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Gardena Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Gardena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Gardena Apartment is $1,625 at 204th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Gardena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Gardena is starting from $2,395 at Del Amo Place Apartments Homes.
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