Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lawndale Neighborhood of Lawndale, CA from $1,300 (46 Rentals)

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property at 4541 W 172nd St

$1,595

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$1,595

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4541 W 172nd St

LawndaleCA90260
property at 4428 W 171st St

$2,500

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4428 W 171st St

LawndaleCA90260
property at 4577 W 166th St

$2,650

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$2,650

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 15

4577 W 166th St

LawndaleCA90260

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property at 4579 W 161st St

$2,650

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$2,650

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4579 W 161st St

LawndaleCA90260
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15430 Hawthorne Blvd
Studio Apartments

15430 Hawthorne Blvd

15430 Hawthorne BlvdLawndale, CA 90260
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HAWTHORNE 2
Studio Apartments

HAWTHORNE 2

15433-15435 Hawthorne BlvdLawndale, CA 90260
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159th Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

159th Street

4551 W 159th StLawndale, CA 90260
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4558 W 173rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4558 W 173rd St

4558 W 173rd StLawndale, CA 90260
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4575 W 173rd St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4575 W 173rd St

4575 W 173rd StLawndale, CA 90260

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The Abbey Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Abbey Apartments

16111 Prairie AveLawndale, CA 90260
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4415 W 170th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4415 W 170th St

4415 W 170th StLawndale, CA 90260
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4433 W 159th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4433 W 159th St

4433 W 159th StLawndale, CA 90260

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2404 Mathews Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2404 Mathews Ave

2404 Mathews AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Diplomat South Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Diplomat South Apartments

3920 Redondo Beach BlvdTorrance, CA 90504
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4208 Redondo Beach Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

4208 Redondo Beach Blvd

4208 Redondo Beach BlvdTorrance, CA 90504
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STP Properties
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

STP Properties

4304 W 180th StTorrance, CA 90504
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El Dorado Arms
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

El Dorado Arms

4200 Artesia BlvdTorrance, CA 90504
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2405 Grant Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2405 Grant Ave

2405 Grant AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Ocean Air
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean Air

2320 Vanderbilt LnRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Carnegie Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Carnegie Apartments

2610 Carnegie LnRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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2500 Mathews
1 Bedroom Apartments

2500 Mathews

2500 Mathews AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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2513 Ruhland Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2513 Ruhland Ave

2513 Ruhland AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Azure Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Azure Apartments

2704 Vanderbilt LnRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Mathews Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Mathews Apartments

2501 Mathews AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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South Lawndale, Lawndale, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Lawndale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Lawndale area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at HAWTHORNE 2 priced from $1,445. Americana and Il Pompeii has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable South Lawndale apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
HAWTHORNE 2Jr StudioStudio,1BA$1,445
Americana and Il PompeiiStudioStudio,1BA$1,600
Torrance 44Studio (Newly Remodeled)Studio,1BA$1,795
Vanderbilt WestOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,275
2518 Mathews Ave2 bd/ 1 ba2BR,1BA$2,400
Prairie Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,495
15301 Eastwood Ave2/12BR,1BA$2,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lawndale, CA

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lawndale area is the $2.77 price per square foot 15414 Larch Ave Model at 15414 Larch Ave, Unit Larch Front unit in the in the South Lawndale neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value South Lawndale apartment is the 2 bd/ 1 ba Model at 2518 Mathews Ave starting at $2,400 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lawndale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
15414 Larch Ave, Unit Larch Front unit15414 Larch Ave3BR,2BA$2.77
2518 Mathews Ave2 bd/ 1 ba2BR,1BA$2.43
2616 Mathews Ave2bd/1b2BR,1BA$2.84
Palm View Village (Furnished Units Available)Fully Remodeled 2 Bedroom Downstairs Unit2BR,1BA$3.46
Galleria Townhomes2X1.52BR,1.5BA$2.96
2617 Rockefeller Ln, Unit #C2617 Rockefeller Ln2BR,1BA$3.17
2600 Gates Ave, Unit Apartment #32600 Gates Ave2BR,1BA$3.06
15301 Eastwood Ave2/12BR,1BA$3.31
Prairie Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.44
Torrance 44Studio (Newly Remodeled)Studio ,1BA$2.76

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South Lawndale, Lawndale, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lawndale Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Lawndale?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Lawndale is at HAWTHORNE 2 listed at $1,445.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lawndale Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lawndale Apartment is $1,895 at Torrance 44.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lawndale is starting from $2,400 at 2518 Mathews Ave.

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