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Hawthorne, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hawthorne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hawthorne Studio Apartments | $2,011 | $1,195 | $3,165 |
| Cheap Hawthorne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,256 | $1,368 | $3,995 |
| Cheap Hawthorne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,856 | $1,634 | $4,618 |
| Cheap Hawthorne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,838 | $2,495 | $5,447 |
| Cheap Hawthorne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,731 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
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Hawthorne, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hawthorne, CA
Pricing Updated: 12/20/2025Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Glen | $3,975 | $1,299 | 75 |
Cheapest Available Hawthorne Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hawthorne, CA is a Studio unit found at Premier Apartments in the McCarthy neighborhood priced from $1,195. 10600 S. Inglewood Blvd. in the La Cienega neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hawthorne apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Apartments | Jr Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN - SPECIAL OA... | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 10600 S. Inglewood Blvd. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Casa Grande | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| 14019 Cerise Ave | ZERO | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Century Village (9910 S Village Dr) | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,380 |
| 10305 Buford Ave. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 12318 Birch Ave. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Villa Gardens | Studio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR MOVE ... | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Rosecrans | Studio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR TOTAL... | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| HAWTHORNE 2 | Jr Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hawthorne, CA
As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hawthorne area is the $0.91 price per square foot 2/1 Model at 10626 S. Budlong Ave. in the in the South Central LA neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Hawthorne apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Torrance Palms starting at $2,495 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the North Torrance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hawthorne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10626 S. Budlong Ave. | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Torrance Palms | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 2411 Mathews Ave | TWO | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.30 |
| Vermont Breeze Apartments | 2 BED 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Village Pointe Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| 14501 Cerise Ave. | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Harvard Yard and Glenmary Senior Affordable Apartments | B1 Harvard Yard | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 11877 Grevillea Avenue, | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 14102 Lemoli Ave | 1 Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| London Arms -14100-14030 CHADRON AVE | ONE | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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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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Getting Around Hawthorne, CA
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 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 $1,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment is $1,499 at Casa Grande.
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 $1,634 at Harvard Yard and Glenmary Senior Affordable Apartments.
What is the most affordable Hawthorne Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hawthorne Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Greystone and starts from $2,895.
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