9618 Evers Ave
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7209 Seville AveHuntington Park, CA 90255
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Los AngelesCA90002
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4986 Southern Ave
South GateCA90280
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Los AngelesCA90001
9726 Zamora Ave
Los AngelesCA90002
2226 Zoe Ave
Huntington ParkCA90255
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16200 Vermont Ave
ParamountCA90723
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16200 Vermont Ave
ParamountCA90723
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6318 Gentry StHuntington Park, CA 90255
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Los AngelesCA90002
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11914 Downey AveDowney, CA 90242
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16200 Vermont Ave
ParamountCA90723
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BellCA90201
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6501 Stafford AveHuntington Park, CA 90255
9622 Evers Ave
Los AngelesCA90002
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Huntington ParkCA90255
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South GateCA90280
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DowneyCA90242
11528 Adco Ave, Unit F
11528 Adco Ave
DowneyCA90241
8804 Beach St
Los AngelesCA90002
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Los AngelesCA90002
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3464 Duane Way
South GateCA90280
8035 Rosecrans Ave
ParamountCA90723
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8102 McKinley AveParamount, CA 90723
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3641 E 59th PlHuntington Park, CA 90255
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South GateCA90280
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How much does it cost to rent a home in South Gate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Gate 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,519 | $1,750 | $3,395 |
| South Gate 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,368 | $2,895 | $3,900 |
| South Gate 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $3,600 | $4,500 |
| South Gate 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,300 | $4,200 | $4,500 |
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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 Metro at Florence in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $852. 9310 Holmes Ave in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Gate apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro at Florence | Studio | Studio,1BA | $852 |
| 9310 Holmes Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,447 |
| Palm Gate Apartments | Model 0 | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| 12621 Glenshire Rd, 12618 Lakewood Blvd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| 9301 Atlantic Ave | 1bed-1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,604 |
| Town Center Terrace | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Drew Southbay | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,687 |
| El Dorado | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Gate, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Gate area is the $2.19 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at 4704 Florence Avenue in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value South Gate apartment is the 2 Bed Model at 5017 Clara St starting at $2,795 with a $1.86 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 4704 Florence Avenue | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 5017 Clara St | 2 Bed | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.86 |
| Downey Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| San Marcos Village Apartments | The Balboa | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Weber | 2 bed, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Alethea Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 6230 Newell St, Unit B | 6230 Newell St | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Huntington Plaza Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 6115 Riverside Ave, Unit 6115 Apt B | 6115 Riverside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Metro at Florence | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in South Gate?
There are currently 2887 Apartments for Rent in South Gate, CA with pricing that ranges from $832 to $4,000. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Gate ranging from $700 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Gate?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Gate ranges from $700 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,937.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Gate?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Gate range from $2,300 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,895 to $3,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,150.
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