
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merit Carson Neighborhood of Torrance, CA from $800 (16 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merit Carson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merit Carson Studio Apartments | $2,261 | $862 | $4,006 |
Merit Carson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,566 | $1,699 | $5,030 |
Merit Carson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,077 | $2,275 | $7,709 |
Merit Carson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,662 | $3,200 | $4,300 |
Merit Carson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,358 | $4,325 | $4,425 |
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Cheapest Available Merit Carson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merit Carson area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at The Dorms of Torrance priced from $862. Kensington Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Merit Carson apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Dorms of Torrance | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $862 |
Kensington Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Kona Kai Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Emerald Villas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Arlington Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merit Carson, CA
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merit Carson area is the $2.07 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at 1652 W. 204th Street in the in the South Gardena neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Merit Carson apartment is the 2849 W 235th St Model at 2849 W 235th St, Unit 8 starting at $3,200 with a $2.56 price per square foot in the South Torrance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merit Carson apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1652 W. 204th Street | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.07 |
2849 W 235th St, Unit 8 | 2849 W 235th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
2960 W 235th St, Unit 9 | 2960 W 235th St | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
Vida Elegante | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Anza Victoria Apartments | Two Bedrom x Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
Casa Del Amo | Plan C 2 bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
La Linda Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
23330 Arlington Ave. | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
Woodcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
The Dorms of Torrance | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.30 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMerit Carson, Torrance, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Merit Carson Neighborhood in Torrance, CA
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merit Carson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Merit Carson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Merit Carson is at The Dorms of Torrance listed at $862.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merit Carson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merit Carson Apartment is $1,699 at Kensington Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merit Carson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merit Carson is starting from $2,300 at Harbor Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Merit Carson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Merit Carson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1652 W. 204th Street and starts from $2,900.
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