Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Torrance Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $1,300 (43 Rentals)

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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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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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Del Amo Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Del Amo Apartments

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

Spencer Plaza

3708 Spencer StTorrance, CA 90503
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Spencer Terraces
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Spencer Terraces

3711 Emerald 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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EMERALD
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

EMERALD

3528 Emerald 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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Tuscany Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tuscany Villas

3450 Maricopa 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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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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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 Studio unit found at Emerald Villas priced from $1,750. The Palms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,892. Here are the most affordable Central Torrance apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Emerald VillasStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
The Palms1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,892
Olive Tree Apartments1 bedroom - Plan B1BR,1BA$2,001
Garnet Victoria Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2,145
Chateau Garnet Apartments1 Bedroom 1st floor1BR,1BA$2,162
EMERALD1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250
Spencer Arms1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,300
Via Del Amo Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2,395
Tuscany Villas2x22BR,2BA$2,833

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Torrance, CA

As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Torrance area is the $2.53 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Tuscany Villas in the in the West Torrance neighborhood starting from $2,833. The second greatest value Central Torrance apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Via Del Amo Apartments starting at $2,395 with a $2.35 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.
Tuscany Villas2x22BR,2BA$2.53
Via Del Amo Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.35
2136 Del Amo Blvd, Unit 2136 Del Amo Blvd.2136 Del Amo Blvd2BR,1BA$3.11
Chateau Garnet Apartments1 Bedroom 1st floor1BR,1BA$2.88
Garnet Victoria Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2.90
Spencer Arms1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.41
EMERALD1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.91
The Palms1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.64
Olive Tree Apartments1 bedroom - Plan B1BR,1BA$3.92
Emerald VillasStudioStudio ,1BA$3.50

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Central Torrance, Torrance, CA

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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 $1,892 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 $2,500 at Spencer Arms.

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