
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chatelaine Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $1,000 (153 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Chatelaine area of Torrance.


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2926 W 227th St, Unit LARGE ROOM FOR RENT, Unit LARGE ROOM FOR RENT

The Palms

Harbor Court Apartments

Kona Kai West

Kensington Apartments

ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms)

2014 Torrance Boulevard

Emerald Villas

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Milano Apartments
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Arlington Apartments

Seville Townhouse

Buena Vida Apartment Homes

24431-24433 Hawthorne Blvd.

1628 W 218th St

CATO

Mosaic at Western Apartments Homes

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23121 Romano Pl, Unit Furnished Upper Studio, Unit Furnished Upper Studio

20912 Amie Ave, Unit 002

Olive Tree Apartments
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Willow Tree

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Kona Kai Apartments

Garnet Victoria Apartments

Ocean Villas Apartments

KENT

Casa De Oro Apartments

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Vida Elegante
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1621 226th St

NEECE

Copa Triana Apartments

Emerald Victoria Apartments

4014 Emerald St

20920 Anza Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID376

23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC

Casa Del Amo

Camino De Oro
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Copa Ladeene

Del Amo Village

20912 Amie Ave, Unit 011

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905 Sartori Ave, Unit Unit B, Unit Unit B

2174 W 237th St

Arlington Square Apartments

Torrance Gateway Apartments

20810 Amie Ave, Unit 9

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21107 Victor St, Unit Townhouse, Unit Townhouse

20308 Madison St.
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Chatelaine, Torrance, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chatelaine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatelaine Studio Apartments | $1,802 | $1,006 | $3,513 |
| Chatelaine 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,521 | $1,839 | $4,146 |
| Chatelaine 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,311 | $2,295 | $4,598 |
| Chatelaine 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,701 | $3,195 | $4,500 |
| Chatelaine 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,896 | $4,896 | $4,896 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 153 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chatelaine Neighborhood of Torrance, CA.
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Cheapest Available Chatelaine Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chatelaine area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at The Dorms of Torrance priced from $1,006. 1601-1611 W Lomita has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Chatelaine apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dorms of Torrance | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,006 |
| 1601-1611 W Lomita | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Palms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Harbor Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Kona Kai West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,682 |
| 2014 Torrance Boulevard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| Emerald Villas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Arlington Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Seville Townhouse | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chatelaine, CA
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chatelaine area is the $2.57 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Commodore Apartments in the in the South Torrance neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Chatelaine apartment is the 1642 West 220th Street Model at 1642 West 220th Street starting at $3,700 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the West Carson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chatelaine apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commodore Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| 1642 West 220th Street | 1642 West 220th Street | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| La Linda Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Emerald Victoria Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| Chateau Garnet Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Casa Del Amo | Plan C 2 bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| 2174 W 237th St | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Vida Elegante | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Mosaic at Western Apartments Homes | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| The Dorms of Torrance | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chatelaine Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chatelaine?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chatelaine is under $1,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chatelaine?
The cheapest apartment in Chatelaine is Arlington Apartments which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in Chatelaine costs $4,896.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chatelaine?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Chatelaine that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chatelaine?
Cheap apartments in Chatelaine have an average cost of $227 which is $4,669 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chatelaine.
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