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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwood Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $1,100 (65 Rentals)
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$1,6001 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
3412 W 189th St, Unit studio
3412 W 189th StTorrance, CA 90504
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$1,6001 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
3412 W 189th St, Unit private efficiency
3412 W 189th StTorrance, CA 90504
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$1,795 - $2,095Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Crestwood Apartments
21110 Wood AveTorrance, CA 90503
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$1,830 - $3,580Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Milano Apartments
20900 Anza AveTorrance, CA 90503
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$1,945 - $1,9951 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Linda Apartments
20936 Amie AveTorrance, CA 90503
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$1,999 - $3,095Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Casa Del Amo
22555 Nadine CirTorrance, CA 90505
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$2,095 - $3,250Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
21107 Amie Ave
21107 Amie AveTorrance, CA 90503
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$2,095 - $2,1951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Casa Hermosa Apartments
23136 Samuel StTorrance, CA 90505
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$2,099 - $2,5001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Olive Tree Apartments
3725 Garnet StTorrance, CA 90503
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$1,288 - $2,6501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Seasons at Redondo Beach
109 S Francisca AveRedondo Beach, CA 90277
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Southwood, Torrance, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwood Studio Apartments | $2,344 | $1,595 | $3,299 |
| Southwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,761 | $1,288 | $5,800 |
| Southwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,703 | $1,621 | $7,150 |
| Southwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,428 | $3,195 | $9,500 |
| Southwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 65 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwood Neighborhood of Torrance, CA.
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Cheapest Available Southwood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwood area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Kona Kai West priced from $1,682. Emerald Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Southwood apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kona Kai West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,682 |
| Emerald Villas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Crestwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Milano Apartments | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,830 |
| The Emerald Apartments | 1bed 1 bath - 3624 Emerald St | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Casa Hermosa Apartments | Main Level | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| 21107 Amie Ave | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwood, CA
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwood area is the $2.54 price per square foot 519 N Francisca Ave Model at 519 N Francisca Ave, Unit #1 in the in the South Redondo Beach neighborhood starting from $4,700. The second greatest value Southwood apartment is the 600 1st St Model at 600 1st St, Unit 2 starting at $4,100 with a $2.48 price per square foot in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 519 N Francisca Ave, Unit #1 | 519 N Francisca Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.54 |
| 600 1st St, Unit 2 | 600 1st St | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| The Madrid | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Vida Elegante | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Emerald Victoria Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| Summerwood Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Anza Victoria Apartments | Two Bedrom x Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| 23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC | 2+2 - 106 | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| Woodcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Casa Del Amo | Plan B 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
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Getting Around the Southwood Neighborhood in Torrance, CA
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwood is under $2,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwood?
The cheapest apartment in Southwood is The Emerald Apartments which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Southwood costs $4,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwood?
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 2 regular apartments in Southwood 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 Southwood?
Cheap apartments in Southwood have an average cost of $105 which is $4,395 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwood.
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