Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwood Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $2,300 (12 Rentals)

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4 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for Rent

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532 N Francisca Ave, Unit B, Unit B

532 N Francisca Ave
Redondo BeachCA90277

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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. Kona Kai Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,692. Here are the most affordable Southwood apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kona Kai WestStudioStudio,1BA$1,682
Kona Kai ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,692
ANZA 2 (Auldin Arms)Deluxe StudioStudio,1BA$1,725
Emerald VillasStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
The Palms1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,892

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwood, CA

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwood area is the $2.57 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Commodore Apartments in the in the South Torrance neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Southwood apartment is the 639 4th St Model at 639 4th St, Unit 2 starting at $2,950 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Pacific South Bay 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$2.57
639 4th St, Unit 2639 4th St2BR,1BA$2.46
La Linda Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.67
Tuscany Villas2x22BR,2BA$2.40
Emerald Victoria Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.49
Sea Breeze Townhome ApartmentsTownhome2BR,2BA$2.63
Copa LadeeneTwo bedrooms2BR,2BA$2.72
Casa Del AmoPlan C 2 bedrooms2BR,2BA$2.75
Via Del Amo Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.35
Vida Elegante1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwood

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwood?

There are currently 610 Apartments for Rent in Southwood, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,682 to $5,000. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwood ranging from $2,350 to $12,650.

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 $2,350 to $12,650 with an average monthly rent of $5,504.

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