
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Bay Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $1,799 (24 Rentals)


1326 W Carson St

Douglas Park Apartments

New Wilmington Arms Apartments

10720 Long Beach Blvd

208 E. 120th St.

4381 W 136th St

Doty Avenue Apartments
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Lemoli Terraces

Berendo Apartments

4436 W 142nd St

El Segundo

3374 Santa Fe Ave

140 E 120th St

2404 Mathews Ave

12425 Harris Ave
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Hoover Apartments

Las Palmas

2065 255th St

12056 S Vermont Ave

Luna Park Apartments

12906 Doty Ave

11844 Gale Ave

2923 West 141st Pl
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South Bay, Torrance, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Bay Studio Apartments | $2,060 | $862 | $3,229 |
| South Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,463 | $832 | $6,300 |
South Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,298 | $1,799 | $9,500 |
| South Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,727 | $1,869 | $10,000+ |
| South Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,923 | $1,317 | $6,500 |
| South Bay 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bay Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Bay?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Bay is under $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Bay?
The cheapest apartment in South Bay is Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach) which is listed at $1,799, while the average apartment in South Bay costs $5,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Bay?
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 48 regular apartments in South Bay 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 South Bay?
Cheap apartments in South Bay have an average cost of $428 which is $4,572 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Bay.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!