
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Torrance Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $1,000 (29 Rentals)
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1434 Plaza del Amo, Unit 4

1571 W 207th St, Unit #C, Unit #C

1628 W 218th St

CATO

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1659 W 208th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

1621 226th St

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1514 W 205th St

1664 W 218th St

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Cabrillo

1603 W 224th St

2014 Torrance Boulevard

906 Sartori Ave

226th Street

904 Sartori Ave

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Craven Apartments

2409 W 227th

1422-1430 West 225th Street

1751 Cabrillo Ave

20526 S Western Ave

1534 W 207th St

2742 Cabrillo Ave, Unit 302, Unit 302
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1454 W 227th St
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 | $1,022 | $1,006 | $1,102 |
| East Torrance 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,067 | $1,675 | $2,606 |
| East Torrance 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,483 | $2,195 | $2,995 |
| East Torrance 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,450 | $3,150 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Torrance Neighborhood of Torrance, CA.
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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 $1,006. 1628 W 218th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,975. 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 | $1,006 |
| 1628 W 218th St | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| CATO | Deluxe 1 Bedroom R ***$500 MOVE IN SPECIAL*** | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Del Amo Place Apartments Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Del Amo Village | 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Torrance, CA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Torrance area is the $2.25 price per square foot 1545 W 207th St Model at 1545 W 207th St, Unit 1 in the in the East Torrance neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value East Torrance apartment is the 3 BEDROOM 1 BATH Model at Del Amo Village starting at $3,300 with a $2.75 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1545 W 207th St, Unit 1 | 1545 W 207th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Del Amo Village | 3 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 3BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 1659 W 208th St, Unit 2 | 1659 W 208th St | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| 2136 Del Amo Blvd, Unit 2136 Del Amo Blvd. | 2136 Del Amo Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| 20624 S Western Ave, Unit 1 | 20624 S Western Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Del Amo Place Apartments Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| 1571 W 207th St, Unit #C | 1571 W 207th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 1628 W 218th St | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Harbor Court Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.20 |
| The Dorms of Torrance | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.68 |
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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 $2,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Torrance?
The cheapest apartment in East Torrance is 1628 W 218th St which is listed at $1,975, while the average apartment in East Torrance costs $3,150.
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 6 regular apartments in East Torrance 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 East Torrance?
Cheap apartments in East Torrance have an average cost of $1,022 which is $2,128 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Torrance.
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