
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Compton Neighborhood of Gardena, CA from $900 (44 Rentals)
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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 | $1,450 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
| West Compton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $1,704 | $1,704 |
| West Compton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $1,875 | $2,700 |
| West Compton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,508 | $2,363 | $2,800 |
| West Compton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,635 | $2,635 | $2,635 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Compton Neighborhood of Gardena, CA.
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Cheapest Available West Compton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Compton area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Jasmine Garden Apartments priced from $1,704. Gardena Royale Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here are the most affordable West Compton apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasmine Garden Apartments | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,704 |
| Gardena Royale Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Magnolia Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Compton, CA
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Compton area is the $2.65 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Magnolia Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value West Compton apartment is the 432 W Raymond St Model at 432 W Raymond St, Unit Raymond Street duplex starting at $2,500 with a $3.85 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 432 W Raymond St, Unit Raymond Street duplex | 432 W Raymond St | 2BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| Gardena Royale Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Jasmine Garden Apartments | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Compton, Gardena, CA
Ranked #10
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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 the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Compton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Compton is starting from $1,875 at Gardena Royale Apartments.
What is the most affordable West Compton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Compton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Jasmine Garden Apartments and starts from $2,363.
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