1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Gate, CA (1,295 Rentals)

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property at 8178 Chestnut Ave

$2,000

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8178 Chestnut Ave

South GateCA90280

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property at 4986 Southern Ave

$2,000

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4986 Southern Ave, Unit E, Unit E

4986 Southern Ave
South GateCA90280
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8150 Cypress Ave
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8150 Cypress Ave

8150 Cypress AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9208 Deeble St
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9208 Deeble St

9208 Deeble StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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3135 Indiana Ave
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3135 Indiana Ave

3135 Indiana AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9723 Mallison Ave
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9723 Mallison Ave

9723 Mallison AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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3115 Santa Ana St
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3115 Santa Ana St

3115 Santa Ana StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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2747 Laurel Pl
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2747 Laurel Pl

2747 Laurel PlSouth Gate, CA 90280

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2728 Willow Pl
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2728 Willow Pl

2728 Willow PlSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8994 McNerney Ave
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8994 McNerney Ave

8994 McNerney AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9800 Madison Ave
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9800 Madison Ave

9800 Madison AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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5130 Wood Ave
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5130 Wood Ave

5130 Wood AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8117 Otis St
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8117 Otis St

8117 Otis StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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2755 Willow Pl
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2755 Willow Pl

2755 Willow PlSouth Gate, CA 90280

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8950 Burke Ave
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8950 Burke Ave

8950 Burke AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8454 Chestnut Ave
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8454 Chestnut Ave

8454 Chestnut AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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2826 Willow Pl
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2826 Willow Pl

2826 Willow PlSouth Gate, CA 90280
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3030 Nebraska Ave
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3030 Nebraska Ave

3030 Nebraska AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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7453-55 Howery St
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7453-55 Howery St

7453-55 Howery StSouth Gate, CA 90280

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2581 Tweedy Blvd
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2581 Tweedy Blvd

2581 Tweedy BlvdSouth Gate, CA 90280
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2973 Century Blvd
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2973 Century Blvd

2973 Century BlvdSouth Gate, CA 90280
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3450 Santa Ana St
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3450 Santa Ana St

3450 Santa Ana StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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3016 Tweedy Blvd
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3016 Tweedy Blvd

3016 Tweedy BlvdSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8400 State St
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8400 State St

8400 State StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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10900 Lillian Ln
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10900 Lillian Ln

10900 Lillian LnSouth Gate, CA 90280
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2913 Illinois Ave
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2913 Illinois Ave

2913 Illinois AveSouth Gate, CA 90280

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South Gate, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available South Gate 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Gate, CA is found at San Marcos Village Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 1,000 square feet priced from $1,925. Downey Pointe Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $2,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Gate:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
San Marcos Village ApartmentsThe Balboa1,000 Sq Ft$1,925
Downey Pointe Apartments1BR/1B with Den900 Sq Ft$2,100
EnclaveF2813 Sq Ft$2,277
Alethea Apartments1 Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,699
Normandy Apartments2and1750 Sq Ft$2,295
3827 Grand Ave750 Sq Ft$1,975
11502-11506 Adco Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath750 Sq Ft$1,875
Indiana Avenue Apartments1x1735 Sq Ft$1,795
Woodcreek1+1D U 1U4D4732 Sq Ft$1,995
The SquareOne Bedroom650 Sq Ft$2,000

Cheapest Available South Gate 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Gate, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,022 at Metro at Florence in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable South Gate 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ starting at $1,306 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Gate is currently $1,903. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Gate:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Metro at FlorenceOne Bedroom$1,022
Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+1 Bedroom$1,306
9301 Atlantic Ave1bed-1bath$1,604
Downey Villas1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,650
7800 Madison St1 Bed, 1 bath$1,675
Luxurious Apartments - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom and 1 Bedroom units available!1/1$1,687
Alethea Apartments1 Bedroom$1,699
Town Center TerraceOne Bedroom One Bath$1,703
2700 Clarendon1/1$1,725

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South Gate Overview

Located just seven miles from the legendary Los Angeles scene, South Gate is a winning hub of California life. Awarded an 'all-American city' honor by the National Civic League, this bustling and sun-filled west coast hot spot has been drawing in residents for years with its seamless blend of amenities, charm and opportunity.

Why live in South Gate, CA?

From a bevy of retail shopping options to the palm tree-lined streets of downtown, this warm and welcoming slice of California life. Offering a relaxed ambiance and easy access to the big city excitement of LA with just a short drive, South Gate apartments are consistently in high demand for good reason. 

South Gate, CA
Population: 94,443

Ranked #342

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Gate Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in South Gate with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Gate is at Metro at Florence listed at $1,022.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Gate Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Gate is $1,903.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Gate Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Gate is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $1,925 at San Marcos Village Apartments.

What is the average size for South Gate 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Gate is currently 540 sq ft.

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