Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merit Carson Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $900 (25 Rentals)

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23104 Samuel St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

23104 Samuel St

23104 Samuel StTorrance, CA 90505
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Shibui Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shibui Apartments

2270 Sepulveda BlvdTorrance, CA 90501
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Castellana 5
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Castellana 5

3656 Garnet StTorrance, CA 90503
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Eli Kai Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Eli Kai Apartments

3845 W 226th StTorrance, CA 90505
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1664 W 218th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1664 W 218th St

1664 W 218th StTorrance, CA 90501
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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23125 Madison StTorrance, CA 90505
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21109 Reynolds Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

21109 Reynolds Dr

21109 Reynolds DrTorrance, CA 90503
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Kings Villa Apartment
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Villa Apartment

4208 Sepulveda BlvdTorrance, CA 90505
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Quo Vadis Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Quo Vadis Apartments

23910 Ladeene AveTorrance, CA 90505
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Makau Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Makau Apartments

23122 Samuel StTorrance, CA 90505
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Cabrillo
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cabrillo

2733 Cabrillo AveTorrance, CA 90501
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Summer Glen Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Glen Apartments

23200 Western AveHarbor City, CA 90710
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Sea Breeze Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Breeze Apartments

2735 190th StRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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2265 W 241st St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2265 W 241st St

2265 W 241st StLomita, CA 90717

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St. James Courtyard
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

St. James Courtyard

5906 S Pacific Coast HwyRedondo Beach, CA 90277
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Merit Carson, Torrance, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Merit Carson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merit Carson 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 $1,550. Here are the most affordable Merit Carson apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Dorms of Torrance0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$958
Harbor Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,550
Kona Kai WestStudioStudio,1BA$1,682
Kensington ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,718
Emerald VillasStudioStudio,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merit Carson, CA

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merit Carson area is the $2.21 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Vida Elegante in the in the West Torrance neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Merit Carson apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Westport Apartments starting at $2,795 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the West Torrance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merit Carson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vida Elegante2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.21
Westport Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.33
Tuscany Villas2x22BR,2BA$2.67
The Gardens on Arlington2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.57
641 Border Ave, Unit 4641 Border Ave2BR,2BA$2.32
5315 Lorna St ND2BR,1BA$2.63
Anza Victoria ApartmentsOne Bedroom x One Bath1BR,1BA$2.44
Woodcrest Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.53
Harbor Court ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.63
The Dorms of Torrance0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.55

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Merit Carson, Torrance, CA

Ranked #17

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Merit Carson Neighborhood in Torrance, CA

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merit Carson Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Merit Carson?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Merit Carson is at The Dorms of Torrance listed at $958.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merit Carson Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merit Carson Apartment is $1,845 at The Emerald Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merit Carson Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merit Carson is starting from $2,250 at Arlington Apartments.

What is the most affordable Merit Carson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Merit Carson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Linda Apartments and starts from $3,195.

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