2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Gate, CA (1,178 Rentals)

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8982 State St
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8982 State St

8982 State StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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3164 Sequoia Dr
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3164 Sequoia Dr

3164 Sequoia DrSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9308 McNerney Ave
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9308 McNerney Ave

9308 McNerney AveSouth Gate, CA 90280

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8944 McNerney Ave
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8944 McNerney Ave

8944 McNerney AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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3175 Ohio Ave
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3175 Ohio Ave

3175 Ohio AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9545 San Juan
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9545 San Juan

9545 San JuanSouth Gate, CA 90280
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2625 Pine Pl
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2625 Pine Pl

2625 Pine PlSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8955 Dudlext Ave
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8955 Dudlext Ave

8955 Dudlext AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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Capri Apartments
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Capri Apartments

13645 Garfield AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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3048 Iowa Ave
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3048 Iowa Ave

3048 Iowa AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9223 State St
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9223 State St

9223 State StSouth Gate, CA 90280

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8928 Mcnerney Ave
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8928 Mcnerney Ave

8928 Mcnerney AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8941 McNerney Ave
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8941 McNerney Ave

8941 McNerney AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8975 State St
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8975 State St

8975 State StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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6001 Harding Ave
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6001 Harding Ave

6001 Harding AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8464 S Gate Ave
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8464 S Gate Ave

8464 S Gate AveSouth Gate, CA 90280

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3271 Sequoia Dr
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3271 Sequoia Dr

3271 Sequoia DrSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8139 Cypress Ave
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8139 Cypress Ave

8139 Cypress AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9417 Victoria Ave
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9417 Victoria Ave

9417 Victoria AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9927 Otis St
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9927 Otis St

9927 Otis StSouth Gate, CA 90280

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8171 Otis St
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8171 Otis St

8171 Otis StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8133 Cypress Ave
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8133 Cypress Ave

8133 Cypress AveSouth Gate, CA 90280
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9215 State St
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9215 State St

9215 State StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8625 State St
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8625 State St

8625 State StSouth Gate, CA 90280

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Largest Available South Gate 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in South Gate, CA is found at SoLA in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 1,359 square feet priced from $3,749. Enclave has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,030 square feet and currently listed start at $2,799. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in South Gate:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
SoLA2x2EM1,359 Sq Ft$3,749
EnclaveD11,030 Sq Ft$2,799
Downey Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath1,010 Sq Ft$2,500
Woodbriar Apartments2 Bedrooms 2 Baths980 Sq Ft$2,595
Woodcreek2+2A D 2D1C2953 Sq Ft$2,500
5211 Live Oak St2 Beds, 1 bath925 Sq Ft$2,250
Paramount Terrace Apartments2 BRM 2 BTH900 Sq Ft$2,540
New Orleans2 Bed 1.5 Bath850 Sq Ft$2,475
Palm Villa Apartments2 Bedroom Unit G840 Sq Ft$2,500

Cheapest Available South Gate 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 08, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in South Gate, CA is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,995 at 8232 Wilcox Ave in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable South Gate 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Style B Model at Kalmia Rose at Jordan Downs starting at $2,100 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in South Gate is currently $2,655. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in South Gate:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
8232 Wilcox Ave2 Bed 1 Bath$1,995
Kalmia Rose at Jordan Downs2 Bedroom 1 Bath Style B$2,100
5211 Live Oak St2 Beds, 1 bath$2,250
The Exotic Isle2BR/1BA Upstairs$2,300
The Bryant2BR/1.0BA$2,395
New Orleans2 Bed 1 Bath$2,475
Estancia Downey Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath$2,495
Palm Villa Apartments2 Bedroom Unit G$2,500
Downey Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath$2,500

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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 2 Bedroom South Gate Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in South Gate with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in South Gate is at 8232 Wilcox Ave listed at $1,995.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom South Gate Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in South Gate is $2,655.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom South Gate Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Gate is a 1,359 square feet unit starting from $3,749 at SoLA.

What is the average size for South Gate 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in South Gate is currently 905 sq ft.

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