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13444-13460 Prairie AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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Pacific West Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific West Apartments

13930 Chadron AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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HAWTHORNE TERRACE
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

HAWTHORNE TERRACE

12923-13007 Kornblum AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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Luna Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Luna Park Apartments

12912 Roselle AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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Courtyard Hawthorne
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Courtyard Hawthorne

4171 W El Segundo BlvdHawthorne, CA 90250
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The Valencia Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Valencia Apartments

4560 W 120th StHawthorne, CA 90250
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Villa Bella Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Bella Apartments

3137 W 139th StHawthorne, CA 90250
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14602-14608 Yukon Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14602-14608 Yukon Ave

14602-14608 Yukon AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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14118 Cordary Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

14118 Cordary Ave

14118 Cordary AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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Cerise Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cerise Apartments

13802 Cerise AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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12919 Doty Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

12919 Doty Ave

12919 Doty AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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The Duquesne Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Duquesne Apartments

12319 MANOR DrHawthorne, CA 90250
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Cedar Pointe
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Pointe

12638 Cedar AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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4381 W 136th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4381 W 136th St

4381 W 136th StHawthorne, CA 90250
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Villa Serena Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Serena Apartments

13515 Doty AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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El Caballero
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

El Caballero

13724 Chadron AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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Cerise Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cerise Apartments

14100 Cerise AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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Crescent Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crescent Apartments

13805 Doty AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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13615 Cerise Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

13615 Cerise Ave

13615 Cerise AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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Doty Avenue Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Doty Avenue Apartments

13942 Doty AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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4926 W 118th Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

4926 W 118th Pl

4926 W 118th PlHawthorne, CA 90250
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Crestgarden Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crestgarden Apartments

13026 Florwood AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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14006 Doty Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14006 Doty Ave

14006 Doty AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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14110 Yukon Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14110 Yukon Ave

14110 Yukon AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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PRAIRIE
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

PRAIRIE

13741 Prairie AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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4436 W 142nd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4436 W 142nd St

4436 W 142nd StHawthorne, CA 90250
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13600 Doty Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

13600 Doty Ave

13600 Doty AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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12233 Manor Dr.
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

12233 Manor Dr.

12233 Manor DrHawthorne, CA 90250
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12306 Gale
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

12306 Gale

12306 Gale AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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Trinidad Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trinidad Apartments

14111 Cordary AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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MANOR
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

MANOR

12245 Manor DrHawthorne, CA 90250
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14501 Cerise Ave.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14501 Cerise Ave.

14501 Cerise AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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13616-13622 Kornblum Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

13616-13622 Kornblum Ave

13616-13622 Kornblum AveHawthorne, CA 90250
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hawthorne, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/14/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Hawthorne, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hawthorne Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Holly Glen$5,372$5,1502

Cheapest Available Hawthorne Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hawthorne, CA is a Studio unit found at Premier Apartments in the Gardena neighborhood priced from $1,095. 11115 S Budlong Ave in the West Athens - Westmont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hawthorne apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Premier ApartmentsJr Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN - SPECIAL OA...Studio,1BA$1,095
11115 S Budlong AveOne bed One bath1BR,1BA$1,300
10305 Buford Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,365
10302-6 Felton Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,365
Casa GrandeStudioStudio,1BA$1,379
13921 Normandie Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
4325 W 147th StHStudio,1BA$1,399
RosecransStudio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR TOTAL...Studio,1BA$1,425

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hawthorne, CA

As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne apartment is the 11311 Hawthorne Blvd Model at 11311 Hawthorne Blvd starting at $2,800 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Southwest Inglewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hawthorne apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2121 W 157th St, Unit 22121 W 157th St2BR,1BA$1.88
11311 Hawthorne Blvd11311 Hawthorne Blvd2BR,2BA$2.18
11702 York Avenue2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.00
Icon at Rosecrans3-Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.63
Vermont Breeze Apartments2 BED 2 BATH2BR,2BA$2.00
Village Pointe ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$2.09
Sunshine Villa1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.22
14102 Lemoli Ave1 Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.26
London Arms -14100-14030 CHADRON AVE1+11BR,1BA$2.14
11115 S Budlong AveOne bed one bath1BR,1BA$2.17

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Hawthorne Overview

Located in the southern tier of Los Angeles County, Hawthorne is a proud working-class city with much to offer potential residents looking for prosperity in sunny California. Home to aircraft manufacturing as well as an assortment of other bedrock economy builders, Hawthorne makes an excellent place to call home.

Why live in Hawthorne, CA?

Offering easy access to the excitement and job market of greater Los Angeles while maintaining a proud identity all its own, Hawthorne is a wonderful place to work and raise a family. From the spectacular California weather to the assortment of public parks and schools, this relaxed and blue-collar metro area is chock full of opportunity and cultural diversity.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hawthorne Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hawthorne?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hawthorne is at Premier Apartments listed at $1,095.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment is $1,300 at 11115 S Budlong Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hawthorne is starting from $1,587 at Icon at Rosecrans.

What is the most affordable Hawthorne Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hawthorne Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Icon at Rosecrans and starts from $1,827.

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