Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Bay Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $700 (35 Rentals)

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property at 2220 Gale Ave

$750

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$750

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

2220 Gale Ave

Long BeachCA90810
property at 218 W Carson St

$1,250

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$1,250

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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218 W Carson St

CarsonCA90745
property at 12620 Menlo Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

12620 Menlo Ave, Unit 1

12620 Menlo Ave
HawthorneCA90250

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property at 1514 E Young St

$1,800

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$1,800

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1514 E Young St

Los AngelesCA90744

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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 $963. 516 Bay View Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. 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$963
516 Bay View AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Premier ApartmentsJr Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE IN - SPECIAL OA...Studio,1BA$1,095
Maya Town HomesMaya Town Homes-44BR,2BA$1,211
1045 Daisy Ave ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
11115 S Budlong AveOne bed One bath1BR,1BA$1,300
730 Magnolia Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,375
Casa GrandeStudioStudio,1BA$1,379
916-918 Watson AveStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,395
13921 Normandie Ave.StudioStudio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bay, CA

As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bay area is the $1.23 price per square foot 0BR/1.0BA Model at Daisy Studios in the in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value South Bay apartment is the 3674 W Imperial Hwy Model at 3674 W Imperial Hwy starting at $3,100 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Inglewood 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.
Daisy Studios0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.23
3674 W Imperial Hwy3674 W Imperial Hwy3BR,2BA$1.87
22707 Figueroa St2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.81
2121 W 157th St, Unit 22121 W 157th St2BR,1BA$1.88
Maya Town HomesMaya Town Homes -33BR,1.5BA$1.97
11702 York Avenue2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.00
Icon at Rosecrans3-Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.63
Vermont Breeze Apartments2 BED 2 BATH2BR,2BA$2.00
Village Pointe ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$2.09
2135 Santa Fe Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.04

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Bay, Torrance, CA

Ranked #3

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Bay

What type of rentals are currently available in South Bay?

There are currently 4942 Apartments for Rent in South Bay, CA with pricing that ranges from $832 to $7,950. There are also 274 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Bay ranging from $750 to $19,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Bay?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Bay ranges from $750 to $19,200 with an average monthly rent of $6,952.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Bay?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Bay range from $1,827 to $7,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,825 to $7,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,317.

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