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  • the kitchen and living room of a renovated house with white cabinets and a white shelf
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    3351 Marine Ave., Gardena, CA 90249
    STUDIO $1,550+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and granite counter tops and a stove top oven
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    15205 Raymond Ave., Gardena, CA 90247
    1 BED $1,895
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a stove top oven.
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    1261 Rosecrans Ave., Gardena, CA 90247
    2 BEDS $2,250
  • a white kitchen with a stove and a sink
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    15904 S. Vermont Ave., Gardena, CA 90247
    2 BEDS $2,000
  • a kitchen with granite counter tops and white cabinets
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    2800 W. 141St Pl., Gardena, CA 90249
    1 BED $1,850
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  • a kitchen with a white refrigerator and wooden cabinets
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    13921 Normandie Ave., Gardena, CA 90249
    1 BED $1,745
  • a white apartment building with stairs and a car parked in a parking lot
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    15903 S. Denker Avenue, Gardena, CA 90247
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  • the living room and kitchen of an apartment with white cabinets and a wood floor
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    14427 South Berendo Ave, Gardena, CA 90247
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  • a kitchen with granite counter tops and a sink
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    750 Redondo Beach Blvd, Gardena, CA 90247
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    2 BEDS $2,195
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator
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    13605 S. Vermont Avenue, Gardena, CA 90247
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    2935 W. 141St Place, Gardena, CA 90249
    STUDIO $2,395
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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a stove and a sink
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    2907 W. 141St Place, Gardena, CA 90249
    1 BED $1,850
  • A kitchen with a black countertop and white cabinets.
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    14715 Chadron Avenue, Gardena, CA 90249
    1 BED $1,850
    2 BEDS $2,495
  • A white building with a tree in front and a staircase leading to the entrance.
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    821 W 167Th St, Gardena, CA 90247
    STUDIO $2,041
    1 BED $2,289
    3 BEDS $3,668
  • A white two-story building with a black metal staircase.
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    825 W 167Th St, Gardena, CA 90247
    STUDIO $2,041
    1 BED $2,289
    3 BEDS $3,668
  • A red and beige building with a white sign in front of it.
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    2100 W. El Segundo Blvd, Gardena, CA 90249
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  • A white building with a red roof and a green lawn in front.
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    17037 S Vermont Ave 108, Gardena, CA 90247
    3 BEDS $4,200
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    1310 W 177Th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90248
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $636+
    2 BEDS $1,316+
    3 BEDS $1,506
  • A kitchen with brown cabinets and a white sink.
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    15109 Budlong Ave, Gardena, CA 90247
    4 BEDS $3,935
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black stove top.
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    3209 West 153Rd Street, Gardena, CA 90249
    3 BEDS $4,200
  • A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator and white cabinets.
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    15600 South Budlong Place, Gardena, CA 90247
    1 BED $2,000
  • A kitchen with dark blue cabinets and wooden flooring.
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    16126 S Ainsworth Street, Los Angeles, CA 90247
    3 BEDS $3,500

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  • A parking lot with cars and a building with a red awning in the background.
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    16020 Van Ness Ave, Torrance, CA 90504
    1 BED $1,960
  • A white kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator.
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    14610 Lemoli Avenue, Hawthorne, CA 90250
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    2 BEDS $2,295
  • A spacious kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden floor.
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    3320 Redondo Beach Blvd., Torrance, CA 90504
    STUDIO $1,675
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Gardena, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Gardena, CA have increased by 0.11% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,788 to $1,790.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,743, the average rent in Gardena, CA is $1,790.

Average rent in Gardena, CA

$1,790/mo Gardena, CA average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Gardena, CA is $1,790.

    What's the typical rent budget in Gardena, CA?

    About 48% of apartment rents in Gardena, CA range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 28% of apartments. Around 22% of Gardena’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 2% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000.

    The largest share of rentals in Gardena, CA (48%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Gardena, CA

    87 /100
    Very Walkable
    37 /100
    Some Transit
    56 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 87, Transit Score®: 37, Bike Score®: 56

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Gardena, CA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Gardena, CA were last updated on 19 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Gardena, CA?

    The best apartments in Gardena, CA are: Marine Bay Apartments, Raymond Court, 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave., 15904 S. Vermont Ave. and 2800 W. 141st Pl..

    What is the average rent in Gardena, CA?

    The average rent in Gardena, CA is $1,788.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Gardena, CA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Gardena, CA is between $1,550 and $2,395.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Gardena, CA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Gardena, CA is between $636 and $2,289.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Gardena, CA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Gardena, CA is between $1,316 and $2,495.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Gardena, CA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Gardena, CA is between $1,506 and $4,200.

    What type of rental buildings are in Gardena, CA?

    In Gardena, 51% of the residents are renting compared to 49% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 6% of Gardena’s rentals, 71% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 17% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Gardena, CA?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Gardena are about 49 years old, on average. Of these, 13% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 2 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, none are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Gardena, CA?

    Rental apartments in Gardena come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 26% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 48% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 25% of all rentals in Gardena. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

    Living in Gardena, CA

    Finding a (relatively) affordable place to live in Los Angeles County is no easy feat, but renters who are looking for a location affording a good quality of life without breaking the bank should start their hunt for an apartment for rent in the quaint suburb of Gardena. With easy access to all amenities — including shopping and dining, as well as a short drive from some of Los Angeles’ most celebrated beaches, including Redondo Beach Pier, Manhattan Beach Pier, Hermosa Beach and Dockweiler State Beach — Gardena is a wonderful place to call home. And, with a cost of living on par with the state average, it’s also one of the most affordable options for Los Angeles County. Moreover, renting an apartment in Gardena is also your ticket to an above-average public school district and a friendly, ethnically diverse community. However, renters should stay aware of their surroundings at night and lock the doors to their vehicles.

    Renting in Gardena, CA

    Renters will find an urban-suburban mixed environment in Gardena. The city features both residential neighborhoods comprised primarily of detached, single-family homes and low-rise communities of condominiums and rental apartments, as well as more industrial areas with shopping malls and higher-density apartments for rent. Renters constitute a slight majority over property owners in Gardena. Plus, renting an apartment here is a more affordable alternative than most of the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metropolitan area. Note that, according to rental laws in California, landlords typically require a security deposit with a maximum amount equivalent to up to two times the rent in an unfurnished rental apartment and up to three times the amount of the rent in a furnished apartment (unless otherwise specified in the rental agreement).

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    Shopping in Gardena, CA

    Gardena is an important retail center for the area. As such, renters will have no difficulty finding some of their favorite supermarket chains within easy distance of their rental apartment. For instance, many national and regional retailers have at least one location within the city’s borders, including Ralphs, Whole Food Markets, Albertsons, Vons, Aldi and Sam’s Club. In addition, thanks to the great cultural diversity among Gardena’s residents, renters will also find numerous ethnic grocery stores offering Asian, Latino, African and Caribbean products. Meanwhile, the Gardena Valley Shopping Center and the Gateway Center are the main shopping malls in the area.

    Transportation in Gardena, CA

    Renters may need a car to run some errands while renting an apartment in Gardena. That said, there may also be dining and shopping options within walking distance of your rental apartment if you don’t feel like getting behind the wheel at the end of a long day. In addition, Gardena offers several fixed bus routes throughout the town. Specifically, renters commuting to other communities for work can take advantage of the freeways in nearly every direction (Interstate 110, Route 91 and Interstate 405).

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