Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merit Carson Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $1,000 (144 Rentals)

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Milano Apartments
$2,227 - $9,428
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Milano Apartments

20900 Anza AveTorrance, CA 90503
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Vida Elegante
$2,600 - $2,750
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$2,600 - $2,750
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Vida Elegante

20455 Anza AveTorrance, CA 90503
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$2,700

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4507 Spencer St

TorranceCA90503
property at 649 Border Ave

$2,700

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649 Border Ave

TorranceCA90501
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23104 Samuel St
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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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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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 $1,006. Kona Kai West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,693. 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$1,006
Kona Kai WestStudioStudio,1BA$1,693
ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms)Deluxe StudioStudio,1BA$1,725
Arlington Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850
The Palms1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,893
20627 Amie Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,945
1628 W 218th St1x11BR,1BA$1,975
Del Amo Place Apartments Homes1x11BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merit Carson, CA

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merit Carson area is the $2.63 price per square foot 2818 W 235th St Model at 2818 W 235th St, Unit 3 in the in the South Torrance neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Merit Carson apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Commodore Apartments starting at $3,600 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the South 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.
2818 W 235th St, Unit 32818 W 235th St3BR,1.5BA$2.63
Commodore Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.57
Camino De Oro2 bedroom Plan C2BR,2BA$2.36
Vida Elegante2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.17
Emerald Victoria Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.42
Anza Victoria ApartmentsTwo Bedrom x Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.45
23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC2+2 -2162BR,1.5BA$2.54
ANZA 1 (Wellington Apts)2bd, 2ba2BR,2BA$2.42
23330 Arlington2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.57
Via Del Amo Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.35

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Merit Carson, Torrance, CA

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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 $1,006.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merit Carson Apartment is $1,850 at Arlington 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 $2,395 at Del Amo Place Apartments Homes.

What is the most affordable Merit Carson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Merit Carson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Via Del Amo Apartments and starts from $2,395.

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