
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwood Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $1,100 (80 Rentals)
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Kona Kai West

ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms)

Emerald Villas

The Palms

20927 Amie Ave

3239 W 190th St

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23121 Romano Pl, Unit Furnished Upper Studio

20308 Madison St.

KENT
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Vida Elegante

23104 Samuel St

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21109 Reynolds Dr

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Sea Spray

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Crestwood Apartments

23910 Ladeene Ave

The Crest

20425 Anza Ave

Palm Terrace East

5326 Lorna St

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South Bay Manor

Castellana 3
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20705 Osage Ave

20936 Amie Ave.

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Del Amo Apartments

3720 Emerald St

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Castellana 2
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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 | $2,563 | $1,682 | $3,800 |
| Southwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,070 | $1,600 | $6,300 |
| Southwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,946 | $2,445 | $9,500 |
| Southwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,153 | $3,195 | $9,500 |
| Southwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,675 | $4,675 | $4,675 |
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There are currently 80 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. ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. 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 |
| ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms) | Deluxe Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Emerald Villas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Madrid | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| 20936 Amie Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Ocean West Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| KENT | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwood, CA
As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwood area is the $2.46 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Summerwood Park Apartments in the in the East Torrance neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Southwood apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Westport Apartments starting at $2,675 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the West Torrance 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerwood Park Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Westport Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| Tuscany Villas | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| Chateau Garnet Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Anza Victoria Apartments | Two Bedrom x Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| ANZA 1 (Wellington Apts) | 2bd, 2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Vida Elegante | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Commodore Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Woodcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Casa Del Amo | Plan B 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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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 $2,075.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwood?
The cheapest apartment in Southwood is 20936 Amie Ave. which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in Southwood costs $6,982.
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 9 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 $110 which is $6,872 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwood.
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