Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Bay Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $750 (51 Rentals)

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property at 814 W 147th St

$1,111

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$1,111
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$1,111

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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814 W 147th St, Unit Side

814 W 147th St
GardenaCA90247

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property at 1514 E Young St

$1,500

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$1,500
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$1,500

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1514 E Young St

Los AngelesCA90744

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property at 4249 W 136th St

$1,650

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$1,650
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$1,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

4249 W 136th St

HawthorneCA90250

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property at 1218 Marine Ave

$1,700

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$1,700
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$1,700

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

1218 Marine Ave

GardenaCA90247
property at 2101 E 124th St

$1,750

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$1,750
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$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2101 E 124th St

ComptonCA90222
property at 4203 137th St

$1,750

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$1,750
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$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

4203 137th St, Unit C

4203 137th St
HawthorneCA90250

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property at 1530 260th St

$1,850 - $2,695

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1530 260th St

Los AngelesCA90710

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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. 11143 S. Inglewood Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. 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
11143 S. Inglewood Ave.0/1Studio,1BA$1,195
1045 Daisy Ave ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach)STUDIOStudio,1BA$1,299
Maya Town HomesMaya Town Homes-44BR,2BA$1,317
Premier ApartmentsStudio *** $500 MOVE IN SPECIAL OAC!!***Studio,1BA$1,395
4325 W 147th StHStudio,1BA$1,399
730 Magnolia Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,425
RosecransStudio ***MOVE IN SPECIAL!! $500 OFF YOUR TOTAL...Studio,1BA$1,425
PRAIRIEDELUXE STUDIOStudio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bay, CA

As of August 31, 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 & Lofts in the in the Downtown Long Beach neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value South Bay apartment is the 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at 22707 Figueroa St starting at $2,500 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Carson 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 Studios & Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.23
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
Icon at Rosecrans3-Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.98
Village Pointe ApartmentsTwo bedroom Two bath2BR,2BA$1.94
Vermont Breeze Apartments2 BED 2 BATH2BR,2BA$2.00
2105 E 124th St, Unit 22105 E 124th St1BR,1BA$1.82
3137-3139 W. 139th St.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.00
Santa Fe Apartments LB (West Long Beach)STUDIOStudio ,1BA$1.86

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about South Bay

What type of rentals are currently available in South Bay?

There are currently 4956 Apartments for Rent in South Bay, CA with pricing that ranges from $832 to $5,695. There are also 301 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Bay ranging from $750 to $17,500.

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 $17,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,779.

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 $2,221 to $4,949, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,370 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,317.

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