Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Torrance Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $1,300 (48 Rentals)

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1313 Portola Ave

TorranceCA90501

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Castellana 5
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Castellana 5

3656 Garnet StTorrance, CA 90503
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The Crest
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Crest

20903-20907 Amie AveTorrance, CA 90503
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Palm Terrace East
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Terrace East

3720 Emerald StTorrance, CA 90503
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20627 Amie Ave.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

20627 Amie Ave.

20627 Amie AveTorrance, CA 90503
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South Bay Manor
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

South Bay Manor

20821 Amie AveTorrance, CA 90503
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Castellana 3
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Castellana 3

3710 Garnet StTorrance, CA 90503
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20936 Amie Ave.
1 Bedroom Apartments

20936 Amie Ave.

20936 Amie AveTorrance, CA 90503

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20705 Osage Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

20705 Osage Ave

20705 Osage AveTorrance, CA 90503
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Mavis Isle Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mavis Isle Apartments

3623 Garnet StTorrance, CA 90503
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Castellana 2
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Castellana 2

3649 Emerald StTorrance, CA 90503
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EMERALD
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

EMERALD

3528 Emerald StTorrance, CA 90503
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Del Amo Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Del Amo Apartments

3604 Del Amo BlvdTorrance, CA 90503
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Spencer Terraces
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Spencer Terraces

3711 Emerald StTorrance, CA 90503
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Spencer Plaza
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Spencer Plaza

3708 Spencer StTorrance, CA 90503
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San Ardo Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

San Ardo Apartments

3730 Garnet StTorrance, CA 90503
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21107 Amie Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

21107 Amie Ave

21107 Amie AveTorrance, CA 90503
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Emerald
2 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald

3455 Emerald StTorrance, CA 90503
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Emerald Isle
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Isle

3439 Emerald StTorrance, CA 90503
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Via Del Amo Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Via Del Amo Apartments

20900 Amie AveTorrance, CA 90503
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Tuscany Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tuscany Villas

3450 Maricopa StTorrance, CA 90503
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Casa Grande
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Grande

3649 Garnet StTorrance, CA 90503
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3720 Emerald St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3720 Emerald St

3720 Emerald StTorrance, CA 90503
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3505 Emerald St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3505 Emerald St

3505 Emerald StTorrance, CA 90503

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San Remo Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

San Remo Apartments

3477 Maricopa StTorrance, CA 90503
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21023 Amie Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

21023 Amie Ave

21023 Amie AveTorrance, CA 90503

Central Torrance, Torrance, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Torrance Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Torrance area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Palms priced from $1,893. 21009 Amie Ave, Torrance, CA has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Central Torrance apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Palms1+11BR,1BA$1,893
21009 Amie Ave, Torrance, CADownstairs 1 bd / 1 ba1BR,1BA$2,050
EMERALD1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,095
Olive Tree Apartments1 bedroom - Plan B1BR,1BA$2,221
Garnet Victoria Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2,295
Emerald2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2,395
Tuscany Villas1X11BR,1BA$2,465
3505 Emerald St2/1.52BR,1BA$2,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Torrance, CA

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Torrance area is the $2.56 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Emerald Victoria Apartments in the in the West Torrance neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Central Torrance apartment is the 20445 Osage Ave Model at 20445 Osage Ave, Unit B starting at $3,000 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the West Torrance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Torrance apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Emerald Victoria Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.56
20445 Osage Ave, Unit B20445 Osage Ave2BR,2BA$2.86
Chateau Garnet2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.72
3505 Emerald St2/1.52BR,1.5BA$2.81
2453 Torrance Blvd, Unit D2453 Torrance Blvd2BR,1BA$2.94
1018 Cota Ave1018 Cota Ave2BR,1BA$3.19
Garnet Victoria Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$3.10
Tuscany Villas1X11BR,1BA$3.52
EMERALD1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.64
The Palms1+11BR,1BA$4.30

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Central Torrance, Torrance, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Torrance Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Torrance Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Torrance Apartment is $1,893 at The Palms.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Torrance Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Torrance is starting from $2,395 at Emerald.

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