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West Compton, Gardena, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Compton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Compton Studio Apartments | $1,885 | $1,870 | $1,924 |
| West Compton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $832 | $2,500 |
| West Compton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $1,800 | $2,775 |
| West Compton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,870 | $2,100 | $3,600 |
| West Compton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,684 | $2,684 | $2,684 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Compton, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Compton area is the $2.12 price per square foot Two Bed/1 Bath Model at Evergreen Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value West Compton apartment is the 3 x 1.5 Model at Jasmine Garden Apartments starting at $2,462 with a $3.07 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Compton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Apartments | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Jasmine Garden Apartments | 3 x 1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.07 |
| 1515 Rosecrans Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| 15127 S Budlong Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Palm View Village Gardena | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Upgraded Upstairs Unit | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| 740 W. Laconia | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Gardena Royale Apartments | 2 Bed Room, Junior | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| The Drew at Southbay | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| 11736 S Vermont Ave. | ONE | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
| Cocoon 20 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.48 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Compton, Gardena, CA
Ranked #12
Among neighborhoods in Gardena, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the West Compton Neighborhood in Gardena, CA
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Compton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Compton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Compton is under $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Compton?
The cheapest apartment in West Compton is 740 W. Laconia which is listed at $1,554, while the average apartment in West Compton costs $2,684.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Compton?
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 16 regular apartments in West Compton 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 West Compton?
Cheap apartments in West Compton have an average cost of $1,516 which is $1,168 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Compton.
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