1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Gate, CA (1,270 Rentals)

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8150 Cypress Ave
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8150 Cypress Ave

8150 Cypress AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8113 Cypress Ave
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8113 Cypress Ave

8113 Cypress AveSouth 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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2516 Illinois Ave
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2516 Illinois Ave

2516 Illinois AveSouth 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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2826 Willow Pl
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2826 Willow Pl

2826 Willow PlSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9415 STATE ST
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9415 STATE ST

9415 STATE STSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9232 Mallison Ave
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9232 Mallison Ave

9232 Mallison AveSouth Gate, CA 90280

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8112 S Gate Ave
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8112 S Gate Ave

8112 S Gate AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9520 Adella Ave
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9520 Adella Ave

9520 Adella AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9406 San Luis Ave
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9406 San Luis Ave

9406 San Luis AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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2829 Orchard Pl
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2829 Orchard Pl

2829 Orchard PlSouth Gate, CA 90280
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2567 Tweedy Blvd
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2567 Tweedy Blvd

2567 Tweedy BlvdSouth Gate, CA 90280

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8977 Bowman Ave
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8977 Bowman Ave

8977 Bowman 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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8454 Chestnut Ave
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8454 Chestnut Ave

8454 Chestnut AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9317 Virginia Ave
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9317 Virginia Ave

9317 Virginia AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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2767 Glenwood Pl
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2767 Glenwood Pl

2767 Glenwood PlSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8138 Chestnut Ave
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8138 Chestnut Ave

8138 Chestnut AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8639 S Gate Ave
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8639 S Gate Ave

8639 S Gate 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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8963 San Juan AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8437-8441 Otis St
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8437-8441 Otis St

8437-8441 Otis StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8469 S Gate Ave
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8469 S Gate Ave

8469 S Gate 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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9558 Elizabeth St
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9558 Elizabeth St

9558 Elizabeth StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8933 Tope Ave
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8933 Tope Ave

8933 Tope AveSouth Gate, CA 90280

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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
6628-6630 Selfland Ave1 Bd900 Sq Ft$1,750
Woodbriar Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath860 Sq Ft$2,095
Park Villas 55+ Senior Apartments8939 Dudlext 1st Floor750 Sq Ft$1,750
La Villa Descanso1BR/1BA Upstairs750 Sq Ft$2,025
Palm Gate ApartmentsModel 1/1735 Sq Ft$1,870
The Square1x1 SM650 Sq Ft$1,995

Cheapest Available South Gate 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 14, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Gate, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,306 at Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affor... in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable South Gate 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Bella Vista Senior Apartments starting at $1,575 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Gate is currently $1,894. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Gate:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affor...1 Bedroom$1,306
Bella Vista Senior Apartments1 Bedroom$1,575
Holiday Manor Apartments1and1$1,695
Lynwood Palms1x1$1,700
Kalmia Rose at Jordan Downs1 Bed 1 Bath Style E$1,732
Town Center TerraceOne Bedroom One Bath$1,742
9301 Atlantic Ave1 Bed, 1 bath$1,750

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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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Getting Around South Gate, CA

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affor... listed at $1,306.

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 $1,894.

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 656 sq ft.

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