Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bay Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $600 (186 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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1514 W 205th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1514 W 205th St

1514 W 205th StTorrance, 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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College Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

College Manor

16924 Crenshaw BlvdTorrance, CA 90504
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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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Diplomat South Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Diplomat South Apartments

3920 Redondo Beach BlvdTorrance, CA 90504
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Kings Villa Apartment
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Villa Apartment

4208 Sepulveda BlvdTorrance, CA 90505
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20414 Kenwood Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

20414 Kenwood Ave

20414 Kenwood AveTorrance, CA 90502

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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3709 Palm Ave
$1,400
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3709 Palm Ave

3709 Palm AveLynwood, CA 90262

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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South Bay, Torrance, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Bay Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Bay area of Torrance, CA is a Studio unit found at The Dorms of Torrance priced from $1,006. Premier Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable South Bay apartments for rent in Torrance, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Dorms of Torrance0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,006
Premier ApartmentsJr Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN - SPECIAL OA...Studio,1BA$1,095
Maya Town HomesMaya Town Homes-44BR,2BA$1,211
916-918 Watson AveStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,395
14501 Cerise Ave.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,400
HAWTHORNE 2Jr StudioStudio,1BA$1,445
730 Magnolia Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,450
13921 Normandie Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,455
228 West CarsonStudioStudio,1BA$1,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bay, CA

As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bay area is the $1.29 price per square foot 12520 Oxford Ave Model at 12520 Oxford Ave, Unit B in the in the Fusion at South Bay neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value South Bay apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Daisy Studios starting at $2,095 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bay apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
12520 Oxford Ave, Unit B12520 Oxford Ave2BR,1.5BA$1.29
Daisy Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.23
14902 Eastwood Ave14902 Eastwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.75
22707 Figueroa St2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.81
Maya Town HomesMaya Town Homes -33BR,1.5BA$1.97
Icon at Rosecrans3-Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.63
Vermont Breeze Apartments2 BED 2 BATH2BR,2BA$2.00
Village Pointe ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$2.09
Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach)2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.00
Casa Grande1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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South Bay, Torrance, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South Bay, Torrance, and the greater Torrance area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 $1,475.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Bay?

The cheapest apartment in South Bay is 12036 S Vermont Ave which is listed at $1,549, while the average apartment in South Bay costs $4,495.

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 50 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 $472 which is $4,023 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Bay.

Expert Rental Resources

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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