Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lawndale Neighborhood of Lawndale, CA from $1,300 (44 Rentals)

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property at 4541 W 172nd St

$1,499

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4541 W 172nd St

LawndaleCA90260
property at 4117 W 166th St

$2,800

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4117 W 166th St

LawndaleCA90260
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15430 Hawthorne Blvd
Studio Apartments

15430 Hawthorne Blvd

15430 Hawthorne BlvdLawndale, CA 90260
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Lawndale Acres
Studio Apartments

Lawndale Acres

15433-15435 Hawthorne BlvdLawndale, CA 90260

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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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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Regency Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Arms

15209 Prairie AveLawndale, 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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4415 W 170th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4415 W 170th St

4415 W 170th 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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4433 W 159th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4433 W 159th St

4433 W 159th StLawndale, CA 90260
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173rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

173rd St

4745 W 173rd StLawndale, CA 90260

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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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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STP Properties
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

STP Properties

4304 W 180th StTorrance, 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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Torrance 44
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Torrance 44

4312 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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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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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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Vanderbilt West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vanderbilt West

2723 Vanderbilt 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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2518 Mathews Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2518 Mathews Ave

2518 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 Americana and Il Pompeii priced from $1,575. Prairie Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable South Lawndale apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Americana and Il PompeiiStudioStudio,1BA$1,575
Prairie Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,395
Palm View Village (Furnished Units Available)Fully Remodeled 2 Bedroom Upstairs Unit2BR,1BA$3,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lawndale, CA

As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lawndale area is the $2.72 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 $3,200. The second greatest value South Lawndale apartment is the Fully Furnished Platinum 2 Bedroom Suite Model at Palm View Village (Furnished Units Available) starting at $4,000 with a $4.26 price per square foot in the Torrance 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$2.72
Palm View Village (Furnished Units Available)Fully Furnished Platinum 2 Bedroom Suite2BR,1BA$4.26
2516 Vanderbilt Ln, Unit 22516 Vanderbilt Ln2BR,1BA$2.88
Prairie Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.30
3920 Redondo Beach Blvd, Unit 263920 Redondo Beach BlvdStudio ,1BA$3.59
Americana and Il PompeiiStudioStudio ,1BA$4.85

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Lawndale, Lawndale, CA

Ranked #1

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lawndale Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Lawndale?

The cheapest apartment in South Lawndale is Americana and Il Pompeii which is listed at $1,775, while the average apartment in South Lawndale costs $3,850.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Lawndale?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in South Lawndale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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