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5326 Lorna StTorrance, CA 90503
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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 | $2,505 | $1,682 | $3,599 |
| Southwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,947 | $1,845 | $5,900 |
| Southwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,543 | $2,400 | $7,150 |
| Southwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,234 | $3,000 | $9,500 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Via Del Amo Apartments priced from $1,845. 115 S. Broadway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Southwood apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Via Del Amo Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| 115 S. Broadway | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Amie Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Olive Tree Apartments | 1 bedroom - Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $1,985 |
| Palms Garden Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Vida Elegante | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Seville Townhouse | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| The Grecian Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Emerald Villas | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Casa de Oro Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,235 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwood, CA
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwood area is the $1.96 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Vida Elegante in the in the West Torrance neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Southwood apartment is the Three Bedroom + Two Bath Model at San Remos Apartments starting at $3,100 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the South 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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| Vida Elegante | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| San Remos Apartments | Three Bedroom + Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| 1313 Beryl St, Unit D | 1313 Beryl St | 3BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| 2849 W 235th St, Unit 8 | 2849 W 235th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| 23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC | 2+2 -224 | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Summerwood Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| Anza Victoria Apartments | Two Bedrom x Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| La Linda Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| Woodcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 1616 Esplanade | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 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 $2,235.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwood?
The cheapest apartment in Southwood is Via Del Amo Apartments which is listed at $1,845, while the average apartment in Southwood costs $4,400.
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 5 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 $153 which is $4,247 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwood.
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