
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Torrance Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $1,100 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Torrance area of Torrance.


Buena Vida Apartment Homes

Ocean Villas Apartments

24061-24065 Neece Ave

24263 Los Codona Ave, Unit C

23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC

Casa De Oro Apartments

Copa Ladeene
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Willow Tree

Copa Triana Apartments

Casa Del Amo

Camino De Oro

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23803 Audrey Ave, Unit Apartment C

Pacific Apartment Homes on 226th Street

22703 Nadine Cir, Unit a

23104 Samuel St
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Eli Kai Apartments

Milano North & South Apartments

23105 Madison Avenue Apartments

(durbin Ii)

Makau Apartments

Aztec House Apartments

23910 Ladeene Ave

The Palms
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Casa Hermosa Apartments

Commodore Apartments

23906 Ocean Ave

2830 W. 235TH ST.

El Mirasol

23870 Los Codona Ave

Ocean West Apartments

Madison Apartments
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Casa de Flores Apartments

2940 W 235th St

The CitiZen at 3650 Newton
South Torrance, Torrance, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Torrance?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Torrance Studio Apartments | $1,830 | $1,830 | $1,830 |
| South Torrance 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,339 | $1,875 | $2,795 |
| South Torrance 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,991 | $2,595 | $3,725 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Torrance Neighborhood of Torrance, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Torrance Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Torrance area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Buena Vida Apartment Homes priced from $1,875. The Palms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,045. Here are the most affordable South Torrance apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buena Vida Apartment Homes | Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| The Palms | Palms Garden Apartments the Gem of the South Ba... | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Commodore Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Ocean Villas Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,189 |
| 24061-24065 Neece Ave | 1 bed 1 bath Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| 23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC | 1+1 - 202 | 1BR,1BA | $2,290 |
| Willow Tree | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,335 |
| Copa Triana Apartments | Plan B - 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Ocean West Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Torrance, CA
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Torrance 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 South Torrance apartment is the 2 bedroom Plan D Model at Camino De Oro starting at $2,799 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the South Torrance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Torrance 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 |
| Camino De Oro | 2 bedroom Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Copa Ladeene | Two bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Casa De Oro Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Casa Del Amo | Plan C 2 bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Newton Towers | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.88 |
| Ocean West Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC | 1+1 - 202 | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Willow Tree | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| The Palms | Palms Garden Apartments the Gem of the South Ba... | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Torrance Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Torrance Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Torrance Apartment is $1,875 at Buena Vida Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Torrance Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Torrance is starting from $2,595 at Ocean West Apartments.
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