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property at 17032 Wilton Pl

$1,500

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$1,500
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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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17032 Wilton Pl

TorranceCA90504

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property at 4203 137th St

$1,750

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$1,750
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 24

4203 137th St, Unit C

4203 137th St
HawthorneCA90250

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property at 1813 11th St

$2,200

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$2,200
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1813 11th St, Unit 2

1813 11th St
Manhattan BeachCA90266

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Lawndale, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lawndale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lawndale, CA is a Studio unit found at 13637 Cordary Ave in the North Lawndale neighborhood priced from $1,380. Premier Apartments in the Gardena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lawndale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
13637 Cordary Ave0+1Studio,1BA$1,380
Premier ApartmentsStudio *** $500 MOVE IN SPECIAL OAC!!***Studio,1BA$1,395
4325 W 147th StHStudio,1BA$1,399
PRAIRIEDELUXE STUDIOStudio,1BA$1,450
Avanti ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lawndale, CA

As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lawndale 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 Lawndale apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Vida Elegante starting at $2,600 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Torrance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lawndale 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
Vida Elegante2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.17
Marine Terrace3+13BR,1BA$2.08
CameoSpacious and Renovated 2+1 in Prime Torrance Lo...2BR,1BA$2.13
Icon at Rosecrans3-Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.98
Village Pointe ApartmentsTwo bedroom Two bath2BR,2BA$1.94
Casa Grande2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.09
3137-3139 W. 139th St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.00
Sunshine Villa1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.22
London Arms -14100-14030 CHADRON AVE1+11BR,1BA$2.14

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lawndale

What type of rentals are currently available in Lawndale?

There are currently 2060 Apartments for Rent in Lawndale, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,380 to $4,950. There are also 104 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lawndale ranging from $1,300 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lawndale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lawndale ranges from $1,300 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,463.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lawndale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lawndale range from $2,221 to $4,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,795 to $7,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,459.

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