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1635 E 117th Pl

Los AngelesCA90059

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South Gate, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Gate Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Gate, CA is a Studio unit found at Firestone in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,031. Bella Vista Senior Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Gate apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FirestoneStudio UnitsStudio,1BA$1,031
Bella Vista Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,275
Downey West Garden Apartments0Studio,1BA$1,500
Palm Gate ApartmentsModel 0Studio,1BA$1,545
Estancia Downey ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,625
Town Center TerraceOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,683
7110-7112 Malabar St1x1Studio,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Gate, CA

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Gate area is the $2.48 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Downey Pointe Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value South Gate apartment is the The Balboa Model at San Marcos Village Apartments starting at $1,925 with a $1.93 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.
Downey Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.48
San Marcos Village ApartmentsThe Balboa1BR,1BA$1.93
6315 Newell St, Unit 6315 Newell St #A H.P6315 Newell St1BR,1BA$1.79
8960 Virginia Ave, Unit 89601-28960 Virginia Ave1BR,1BA$2.24
Kalmia Rose at Jordan Downs2 Bedroom 1 Bath Style A2BR,1BA$2.69
7110-7112 Malabar St1x1Studio ,1BA$2.27
Indiana Avenue Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.44
Woodcreek1+1D D 1D4D41BR,1BA$2.73
9090 Gardendale St, Unit Studio9090 Gardendale StStudio ,1BA$2.22
Palm Gate ApartmentsModel 0Studio ,1BA$2.55

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Gate

What type of rentals are currently available in South Gate?

There are currently 2844 Apartments for Rent in South Gate, CA with pricing that ranges from $832 to $4,990. There are also 97 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Gate ranging from $1,600 to $5,600.

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 $1,600 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,437.

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 $2,500 to $3,849, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $5,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,750.

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