Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Torrance Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $900 (7 Rentals)
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East Torrance, Torrance, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Torrance?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Torrance Studio Apartments | $1,526 | $958 | $1,970 |
| East Torrance 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $1,695 | $2,550 |
| East Torrance 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,482 | $2,395 | $2,995 |
| East Torrance 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,049 | $2,799 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available East Torrance Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Torrance area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at The Dorms of Torrance priced from $958. Harbor Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable East Torrance apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dorms of Torrance | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $958 |
| Harbor Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| 1603 W 224th St - MOVE IN SPECIAL! | 1x1 non-renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,647 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Torrance, CA
As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Torrance area is the $2.99 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Del Amo Place Apartments Homes in the in the South Gardena neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value East Torrance apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 1555-1557 Carson St. starting at $2,495 with a $3.40 price per square foot in the West Carson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Torrance apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Amo Place Apartments Homes | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 1555-1557 Carson St. | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| Del Amo Village | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 641 Border Ave, Unit 2 | 641 Border Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 1514 W 204th St, Unit 1514 | 1514 W 204th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| 204th St | 1bd, 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Mosaic at Western Apartments Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Harbor Court Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
| 1603 W 224th St - MOVE IN SPECIAL! | 1x1 non-renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| The Dorms of Torrance | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Torrance Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Torrance?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Torrance is under $1,995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Torrance?
The cheapest apartment in East Torrance is 1603 W 224th St - MOVE IN SPECIAL! which is listed at $1,647, while the average apartment in East Torrance costs $3,049.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Torrance?
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 1 regular apartments in East Torrance that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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