Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwood Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $1,100 (162 Rentals)

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Vida Elegante
$2,600 - $2,700
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Vida Elegante

20455 Anza AveTorrance, CA 90503
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2960 W 235th St, Unit 1
$2,600
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2960 W 235th St, Unit 1

2960 W 235th StTorrance, CA 90505
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23104 Samuel St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

23104 Samuel St

23104 Samuel StTorrance, CA 90505
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Castellana 5
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Castellana 5

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

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
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

21109 Reynolds Dr

21109 Reynolds DrTorrance, CA 90503
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Kings Villa Apartment
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Villa Apartment

4208 Sepulveda BlvdTorrance, CA 90505
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Makau Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Makau Apartments

23122 Samuel StTorrance, CA 90505
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Sea Spray
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Sea Spray

21008 Victor StTorrance, CA 90503
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Crestwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crestwood Apartments

21110 Wood AveTorrance, CA 90503
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23910 Ladeene Ave
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23910 Ladeene Ave

23910 Ladeene AveTorrance, CA 90505
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The Crest
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Crest

20903-20907 Amie AveTorrance, CA 90503
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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 The Palms priced from $1,589. Kona Kai West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,693. Here are the most affordable Southwood apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$1,589
Kona Kai WestStudioStudio,1BA$1,693
ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms)Deluxe StudioStudio,1BA$1,725
Riviera ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,795
21009 Amie Ave, Torrance, CADownstairs 1 bd/1 ba1BR,1BA$2,050
Seville Townhouse1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,050
Olive Tree Apartments1 bedroom - Plan B1BR,1BA$2,091

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwood, CA

As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwood area is the $2.62 price per square foot 1313 Beryl St Model at 1313 Beryl St, Unit D in the in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Southwood apartment is the Two Bedroom + Two Bath Model at San Marcos Apartments starting at $3,200 with a $2.56 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.
1313 Beryl St, Unit D1313 Beryl St3BR,2BA$2.62
San Marcos ApartmentsTwo Bedroom + Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.56
Camino De Oro2 bedroom Plan C2BR,2BA$2.40
Vida Elegante2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.17
Summerwood Park Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs2BR,2BA$2.63
Anza Victoria ApartmentsTwo Bedrom x Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.48
ANZA 1 (Wellington Apts)2bd, 2ba2BR,2BA$2.42
Via Del Amo Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.35
305 Emerald St, Unit 305305 Emerald St1BR,1BA$2.05
Woodcrest Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.50

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Southwood, Torrance, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for South Los Angeles. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 The Palms listed at $1,589.

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 $2,495 at 2875 W. 235th St..

What is the most affordable Southwood Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Via Del Amo Apartments and starts from $2,395.

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