Apartments for Rent in Gardena, CA

9 rental properties available

Gardena is a South Bay Los Angeles County city of roughly 58,000 people, historically home to one of the largest Japanese American populations of any U.S. city outside Honolulu and today one of the most ethnically diverse cities in California. Densely built at just under 6 square miles, it sits centrally in the South Bay near LAX and the 91/110 freeways.

Avg. Rent

$3,309/mo

Price Range

$1,895/mo–$6,900/mo

Listings

9

Avg. Bedrooms

2 bed

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View 3 bd, 1 ba House at 16421 Halldale Ave, Gardena — $6,900/mo in Gardena, CA

$6,900/mo

3 bd1 ba1,360 sqft
House

Why you'll like it

Welcome to 16421 Halldale Avenue a fully custom, turnkey residence where premium craftsmanship and thoughtful design meet modern convenience.

16421 Halldale Ave, Gardena, CA 90247

MLS ID #26847211, eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles, Lida Behnam DRE #02211562. Listing provided by CLAW

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Diversity

One of California's most ethnically diverse cities, with roughly 26% Asian, 24% White, and 21% Black residents — reflected in the city's long-running Japanese American community and cultural institutions.

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Schools

Gardena High School, established in 1907, is the city's longtime public high school.

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Central location

Sits near the 91 and 110 freeways and close to LAX, making it a practical base for South Bay and Westside commutes alike.

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Value

Median household income around $84,800 — generally more affordable than neighboring beach cities like Redondo Beach or Torrance.

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Renter Tips for Gardena

Gardena runs its own Rent Mediation and Hearing Procedures program (in place since 1987): landlords must give 30 days' notice for rent increases of 10% or less, or 90 days' notice above that, and tenants can request mediation through the City Manager's office if they believe an increase is unreasonable.

Rental Market in Gardena, CA

There are currently 9 rental properties listed in Gardena, CA. The average asking rent is $3,309/mo, with prices ranging from $1,895/mo to $6,900/mo. Apply directly to any listing through EMLAKIE — EMLAKIE adds no broker fee of its own.

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Why landlords list rentals in Gardena on Emlakie

Landlords in Gardena, CA post their vacancy free and keep 100% of the rent — no commission or listing fee from EMLAKIE, ever. Your listing joins the 9 other rental properties already live here, with AI-assisted descriptions and reaches renters searching Gardena directly. Applicants message you directly through EMLAKIE — no call center, no middleman fee added by EMLAKIE.

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How renters find rentals in Gardena

Renters browse 9 properties in Gardena, CA above, filtering by price, bedrooms, and property type. The typical listing here rents for around $3,309/mo. No broker markup, so you contact the landlord directly to ask questions, tour, or apply — usually the same day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gardena have rent control?

Gardena does not have traditional rent control, but it does run a Rent Mediation and Hearing Procedures program: landlords must give 30 days' notice for increases of 10% or less, or 90 days' notice for larger increases, and tenants can request mediation through the City Manager's office.

Is Gardena close to LAX?

Yes — Gardena sits just a few miles southeast of LAX, making it a practical, generally more affordable base for anyone who needs regular airport access.

What is Gardena known for?

Gardena has one of the largest Japanese American communities of any city outside Honolulu and is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in California, reflected in its restaurants, temples, and cultural institutions.

How many rentals are available in Gardena, CA, and what's the average rent?

There are currently 9 rental properties listed in Gardena, CA on EMLAKIE. The average asking rent is $3,309/mo, with prices ranging from $1,895/mo to $6,900/mo.

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