
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillside Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $870 (59 Rentals)
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25227 Bigelow Rd

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23906 Ocean Ave

2830 W. 235TH ST.

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1736 254th St

Interlude

22 Cayuse Ln, Unit Suite C

Narbonne Apartments

1618 259th St
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1911 Turrell St, Unit Turrell

3602 W Estates Ln, Unit 112

2065 255th St

24647 Pennsylvania Ave

1644 257th St

2219 CA-1

25905 Walnut St

25917 Narbonne Ave

254th Street
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NARBONNE 2 (Miramar)

Lomita Terrace

2265 W 241st St

1530 260th St

Corona Del Sol Apartments

1410 W. 260th St.

1625 257th St

1540 260th St

25350 Oak St

25424 S. Western Avenue
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1622 260th St

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24663 Pennsylvania Ave

Narbonne

26019 Oak Street

Hillside Plaza Apartments

26103 Belle Porte Ave

26128 Belle Porte Ave

24818 Eshelman Avenue

Narbonne
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Hillside, Torrance, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Studio Apartments | $2,005 | $1,675 | $3,261 |
| Hillside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,448 | $1,800 | $3,849 |
| Hillside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $2,250 | $5,670 |
| Hillside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,626 | $1,405 | $5,079 |
| Hillside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,484 | $5,079 | $5,529 |
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Cheapest Available Hillside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillside area of Los Angeles, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at 1736 254th St priced from $1,405. The Glenwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here are the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1736 254th St | 1736 254th St | 3BR,2BA | $1,405 |
| The Glenwood Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Kensington Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,718 |
| 1410 W. 260th St. | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Interlude | 1 BD 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Buena Vida Apartment Homes | Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Narbonne Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,889 |
| Villa Capri | Two Bedroom, One and a Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, CA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $2.64 price per square foot TownHouse Model at 23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC in the in the South Torrance neighborhood starting from $4,295. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the No Availability - Interest Only Model at Seaport Homes Luxury Homes & Townhouses starting at $2,800 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Miraleste neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC | TownHouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.64 |
| Seaport Homes Luxury Homes & Townhouses | No Availability - Interest Only | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| 1736 254th St | 1736 254th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Willow Tree | Two Bedroom 2 Baths Split | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Casa De Oro Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| El Mirasol | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| Hillside Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Walnut Cove | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Villa Capri | Two Bedroom, One and a Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.87 |
| Narbonne Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillside is at The Glenwood Apartments listed at $1,675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment is $1,745 at 1410 W. 260th St..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillside is starting from $2,250 at Interlude.
What is the most affordable Hillside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1736 254th St and starts from $1,405.
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