Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwood Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $1,125 (216 Rentals)

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Vida Elegante
$2,350 - $2,700
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$2,350 - $2,700
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Vida Elegante

20455 Anza AveTorrance, CA 90503
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SaltAire
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$2,776 - $3,896
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SaltAire

20530 Anza AveTorrance, CA 90503
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property at 22825 Nadine Cir

$2,900

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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22825 Nadine Cir, Unit B

22825 Nadine Cir
TorranceCA90505

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property at 3030 Merrill Dr

$3,650

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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3030 Merrill Dr, Unit 3030 Merrill #3

3030 Merrill Dr
TorranceCA90503
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23104 Samuel St
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23104 Samuel St

23104 Samuel StTorrance, CA 90505
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Castellana 5
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Castellana 5

3656 Garnet StTorrance, CA 90503
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Eli Kai Apartments
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Eli Kai Apartments

3845 W 226th StTorrance, CA 90505
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23125 Madison StTorrance, CA 90505
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21109 Reynolds Dr
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21109 Reynolds Dr

21109 Reynolds DrTorrance, CA 90503
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Kings Villa Apartment
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Kings Villa Apartment

4208 Sepulveda BlvdTorrance, CA 90505
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Southwood, Torrance, CA Local Guide

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 ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms) priced from $1,725. The Palms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,893. Here are the most affordable Southwood apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms)Deluxe StudioStudio,1BA$1,725
The Palms1+11BR,1BA$1,893
Commodore Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,995
21009 Amie Ave, Torrance, CADownstairs 1 bd / 1 ba1BR,1BA$2,050
EMERALD1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,095
The MadridStudioStudio,1BA$2,095
Seville Townhouse1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,175
Tuscany Villas1X11BR,1BA$2,209
Milano ApartmentsA2Studio,1BA$2,210
Olive Tree Apartments1 bedroom - Plan B1BR,1BA$2,221

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwood, CA

As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwood area is the $2.28 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Commodore Apartments in the in the South Torrance neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Southwood apartment is the 2+1.5 Model at Oceanaire Townhomes starting at $3,095 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Redondo Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Commodore Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.28
Oceanaire Townhomes2+1.52BR,1.5BA$2.38
La Linda Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.67
CameoSpacious and Renovated 2+1 in Prime Torrance Lo...2BR,1BA$2.13
Anza Victoria ApartmentsTwo Bedrom x Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.54
ANZA 1 (Wellington Apts)2bd, 2ba2BR,2BA$2.42
Chateau Garnet2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.72
Vida Elegante1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.35
20710 Anza Ave.2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.71
Woodcrest Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwood Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwood?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwood is at ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms) listed at $1,725.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwood Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwood Apartment is $1,893 at The Palms.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwood Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwood is starting from $2,395 at Emerald.

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