Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Gate, CA from $500 (33 Rentals)

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8982 State St
2 Bedroom Apartments

8982 State St

8982 State StSouth Gate, CA 90280
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8905 Tope Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8905 Tope Ave

8905 Tope AveSouth Gate, CA 90280

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2667 E 57th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2667 E 57th St

2667 E 57th StHuntington Park, CA 90255
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10720 Long Beach Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10720 Long Beach Blvd

10720 Long Beach BlvdLynwood, CA 90262
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1907 Nadeau St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1907 Nadeau St

1907 Nadeau StLos Angeles, CA 90001
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6729 Malabar St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6729 Malabar St

6729 Malabar StHuntington Park, CA 90255
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6419 Templeton St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6419 Templeton St

6419 Templeton StHuntington Park, CA 90255
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Firestone
Studio Apartments

Firestone

2111 Firestone BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90002
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12501 Paramount Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

12501 Paramount Blvd

12501 Paramount BlvdDowney, CA 90242
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7129-7135 Stafford Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

7129-7135 Stafford Ave

7129-7135 Stafford AveHuntington Park, CA 90255
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Fountain Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Fountain Apartments

4612 Florence AveBell, CA 90201
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5030 Santa Ana
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5030 Santa Ana

5030 Santa AnaCudahy, CA 90201
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831 E Pine St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

831 E Pine St

831 E Pine StCompton, CA 90221
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15560 Orange Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

15560 Orange Avenue

15560 Orange AveParamount, CA 90723
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River Road
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Road

11833 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90241
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Santa Ana Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Ana Apartments

5018 Santa Ana StCudahy, CA 90201
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7395 Emily Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7395 Emily Ln

7395 Emily LnDowney, CA 90242
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7222 Petrol St
2 Bedroom Apartments

7222 Petrol St

7222 Petrol StParamount, CA 90723
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South Gate, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available South Gate Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Gate, CA is a Studio unit found at Bella Vista Senior Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,299. 7001 Orange Ave in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Gate apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bella Vista Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,299
7001 Orange AveZEROStudio,1BA$1,525
Palm Gate ApartmentsModel 0Studio,1BA$1,600
El DoradoStudioStudio,1BA$1,600
Town Center TerraceOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,682
7110-7112 Malabar St1x1Studio,1BA$1,700
Kalmia Rose at Jordan Downs1 Bed 1 Bath Style E1BR,1BA$1,732
Grandview Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,775
Le Chateau ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,795
The Bryant1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Gate, CA

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Gate area is the $0.75 price per square foot 6307 Miramonte Blvd Model at 6307 Miramonte Blvd, Unit 2 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value South Gate apartment is the 8711 McKinley Pl Model at 8711 McKinley Pl, Unit 8711 McKinley Place LA starting at $4,600 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Gate apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6307 Miramonte Blvd, Unit 26307 Miramonte Blvd4BR,2BA$0.75
8711 McKinley Pl, Unit 8711 McKinley Place LA8711 McKinley Pl5BR,3BA$2.52
1613 E. 92nd st., Unit 1613 E. 92nd1613 E. 92nd st.4BR,2BA$2.26
1016 E Oaks St, Unit A1016 E Oaks St4BR,1BA$2.43
Downey Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.48
San Marcos Village ApartmentsThe Balboa1BR,1BA$1.93
Petrol EastTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$2.39
Richfield ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.51
7818 StewartGray1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.31
7110-7112 Malabar St1x1Studio ,1BA$2.27

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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 Cheap South Gate Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Gate?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Gate is at Bella Vista Senior Apartments listed at $1,299.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Gate Apartment is $1,599 at Bella Vista Senior Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Gate is starting from $2,025 at Petrol East.

What is the most affordable South Gate Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Gate Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kalmia Rose at Jordan Downs and starts from $2,500.

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