Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwood Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $600 (9 Rentals)

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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kona Kai WestStudioStudio,1BA$1,682
Emerald VillasStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Milano ApartmentsA2Studio,1BA$1,785

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwood, CA

As of May 25, 2025 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 2 bedroom Model at The Madrid starting at $3,095 with a $2.48 price per square foot in the Malaga Cove 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
The Madrid2 bedroom2BR,2BA$2.48
2849 W 235th St, Unit 82849 W 235th St3BR,2BA$2.56
3618 Del Amo Blvd, Unit #43618 Del Amo Blvd2BR,2BA$2.68
117 S Lucia Ave, Unit #3117 S Lucia Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.68
Vida Elegante1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.86
La Linda Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.53
Ocean Villas Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.69
Anza South Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,2BA$2.65
Woodcrest Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.53

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwood

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwood?

There are currently 630 Apartments for Rent in Southwood, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,135 to $9,500. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwood ranging from $600 to $13,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwood?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwood ranges from $600 to $13,900 with an average monthly rent of $6,764.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southwood?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwood range from $3,172 to $9,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $8,980. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,705.

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