
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Palo del Amo Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $800 (130 Rentals)
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Kona Kai West

Kona Kai Apartments

Kensington Apartments

ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms)

Emerald Villas

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

Seville Townhouse

3535 Maricopa St, Unit 17

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The Palms

1628 W 218th St

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KENT
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1659 W 208th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

1621 226th St

24263 Los Codona Ave, Unit C

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Vida Elegante

Casa De Oro Apartments
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NEECE

Camino De Oro

Copa Triana Apartments

23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC

Spencer Arms

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Casa Del Amo

Copa Ladeene
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Del Amo Village

2174 W 237th St

23104 Samuel St

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Golden Shield Apartments

1514 W 205th St

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1664 W 218th St
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Palo del Amo, Torrance, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palo del Amo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palo del Amo Studio Apartments | $1,907 | $1,006 | $3,777 |
| Palo del Amo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $1,785 | $4,215 |
| Palo del Amo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,122 | $2,195 | $6,180 |
| Palo del Amo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,378 | $2,395 | $4,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 130 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Palo del Amo Neighborhood of Torrance, CA.
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Cheapest Available Palo del Amo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palo del Amo area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at The Dorms of Torrance priced from $1,006. 1601-1611 W Lomita has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Palo del Amo 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 |
| 1601-1611 W Lomita | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Kona Kai West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,682 |
| Kona Kai Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms) | Deluxe Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Emerald Villas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| 1625 257th St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Seville Townhouse | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Arlington Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palo del Amo, CA
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palo del Amo area is the $2.57 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Commodore Apartments in the in the South Torrance neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Palo del Amo apartment is the 1545 W 207th St Model at 1545 W 207th St, Unit 1 starting at $3,150 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the East Torrance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palo del Amo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commodore Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| 1545 W 207th St, Unit 1 | 1545 W 207th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| La Linda Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Tuscany Villas | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Camino De Oro | 2 bedroom Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Copa Ladeene | Two bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Via Del Amo Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| 2174 W 237th St | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Vida Elegante | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 1659 W 208th St, Unit 2 | 1659 W 208th St | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palo del Amo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Palo del Amo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Palo del Amo is under $1,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Palo del Amo?
The cheapest apartment in Palo del Amo is 1625 257th St which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Palo del Amo costs $3,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Palo del Amo?
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 5 regular apartments in Palo del Amo 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 Palo del Amo?
Cheap apartments in Palo del Amo have an average cost of $266 which is $3,034 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palo del Amo.
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