Cheap Homes for Rent in Torrance, CA from $1,395 (34 Rentals)

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property at 809 N Paulina Ave
$1,390

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Base Rent$1,390

Total Monthly Price$1,390
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1
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809 N Paulina Ave

Redondo BeachCA90277
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property at 714 N Maria Ave
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
4 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
Furnished

714 N Maria Ave

Redondo BeachCA90277
property at 1218 Marine Ave
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1218 Marine Ave

GardenaCA90247
property at 22 Cayuse Ln
$1,850

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Base Rent$1,850

Total Monthly Price$1,850
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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Furnished

22 Cayuse Ln, Unit Suite C

22 Cayuse Ln
Rancho Palos VerdesCA90275
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property at 1530 260th St
$1,850 - $2,695
1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals
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1530 260th St

Los AngelesCA90710

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property at 3602 W Estates Ln
$2,050

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Base Rent$2,050

Total Monthly Price$2,050
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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3602 W Estates Ln, Unit 112

3602 W Estates Ln
Rolling Hills EstatesCA90274
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property at 941 W Carson St
$2,050

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Base Rent$2,050

Total Monthly Price$2,050
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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941 W Carson St, Unit Harbor Manor unit128

941 W Carson St
TorranceCA90502
property at 18726 Van Ness Ave
$2,100

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Base Rent$2,100

Total Monthly Price$2,100
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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18726 Van Ness Ave

TorranceCA90504

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property at 2745 Cabrillo Ave
$2,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,400

Total Monthly Price$2,400
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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2745 Cabrillo Ave, Unit Back

2745 Cabrillo Ave
TorranceCA90501
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Torrance, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Torrance, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/06/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Torrance, CA area range in price from $832 to $5,695 with an overall median price of $2,620. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Torrance Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Bay$2,620$832577

Cheapest Available Torrance Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Torrance, CA is a Studio unit found at The Dorms of Torrance in the West Carson neighborhood priced from $963. Premier Apartments in the Gardena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Torrance apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Dorms of Torrance0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$963
Premier ApartmentsJr Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN - SPECIAL OA...Studio,1BA$1,095
13921 Normandie Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
4325 W 147th StHStudio,1BA$1,399
1736 254th St1736 254th St3BR,2BA$1,405
RosecransStudio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR TOTAL...Studio,1BA$1,425
Casa GrandeStudioStudio,1BA$1,449
PRAIRIEDELUXE STUDIOStudio,1BA$1,450
14501 Cerise Ave.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,500
El CapistranoStudioStudio,1BA$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Torrance, CA

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Torrance area is the $1.81 price per square foot 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at 22707 Figueroa St in the in the Carson neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Torrance apartment is the 2121 W 157th St Model at 2121 W 157th St, Unit 2 starting at $2,390 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Central Gardena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Torrance apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
22707 Figueroa St2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.81
2121 W 157th St, Unit 22121 W 157th St2BR,1BA$1.84
CameoDeluxe 2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.26
1736 254th St1736 254th St3BR,2BA$1.23
Icon at Rosecrans3-Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.98
Commodore Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.23
3137-3139 W. 139th St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.00
Sunshine Villa1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.22
Casa Grande1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.07
London Arms -14100-14030 CHADRON AVE1+11BR,1BA$2.14

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Frequently Asked Questions about Torrance

What type of rentals are currently available in Torrance?

There are currently 2899 Apartments for Rent in Torrance, CA with pricing that ranges from $963 to $17,500. There are also 225 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Torrance ranging from $1,395 to $29,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Torrance?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Torrance ranges from $1,395 to $29,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,698.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Torrance?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Torrance range from $1,405 to $7,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $11,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,459.

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