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Torrance Apartments
Last updated March 29 2024 at 9:55 AM

Torrance, CA
114 Apartments for Rent

Torrance Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 143,592
Population Density: 6,997.2 people/sq mile
Median Age: 44
Percentage of Family Households: 66%
Median Annual Income: $100,392 / year
Median Rent: $1,918 / month

What locals are saying

Torrance, California, is truly a special place. Located in Los Angeles County on the desirable Santa Monica Bay, Torrance is sandwiched squarely between the pricier neighborhoods of Redondo Beach and Hermosa Beach and the vibrant Long Beach. The proximity to all sorts of varying neighborhood types and the comparatively lower rents makes Torrance a great place for practically everybody. Even you, because we know you’re special, too. There's an apartment in Torrance that's right for you.

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Torrance Demographics


How diverse is Torrance?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Torrance is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Torrance are Asian (35.2%), White (33.6%), Hispanic Or Latino (19.5%), Two Or More (6.9%), Black Or African American (3.6%), Other (0.8%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.1%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Torrance residents?

The median age in Torrance is 44 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is Torrance?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Torrance is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Torrance are Asian (35.2%), White (33.6%), Hispanic Or Latino (19.5%), Two Or More (6.9%), Black Or African American (3.6%), Other (0.8%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.1%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Torrance residents?

The median age in Torrance is 44 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

Torrance Crime


Overall Crime

Below Average
Overall crime in Torrance is below average in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

Below Average
The level of violent crime in Torrance is below average compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Below Average
The level of property crime in Torrance is below average compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in Torrance


Elementary Schools

9 /10
Anza Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
646 Students
19 Reviews
646
Students
19 Reviews
9 /10
Seaside Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
507 Students
9 Reviews
507
Students
9 Reviews
9 /10
Walteria Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
679 Students
9 Reviews
679
Students
9 Reviews

Middle Schools

8 /10
Bert M. Lynn Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
651 Students
9 Reviews
651
Students
9 Reviews
8 /10
Jefferson Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
636 Students
6 Reviews
636
Students
6 Reviews
8 /10
Edward J. Richardson Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
729 Students
6 Reviews
729
Students
6 Reviews

High Schools

9 /10
South High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,074 Students
13 Reviews
2,074
Students
13 Reviews
9 /10
West High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,047 Students
9 Reviews
2,047
Students
9 Reviews
8 /10
North High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
1,813 Students
8 Reviews
1,813
Students
8 Reviews

What Renters Say about Torrance


Apartment List has released the results for Torrance from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
"Renters gave Torrance extremely high marks for overall satisfaction driven by high satisfaction with safety and access to recreation," says Andrew Tam, Vice President of Data Science at Apartment List. "The US renter population is at its highest level in 20 years, and while Torrance grades quite well across most major categories, renters had slightly lower than average plans for homeownership, which indicates that they may look elsewhere in the longer term."
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Commute Time
72%
Weather
71%
Parks and Outdoor Activities
65%
Pet Friendliness
61%
Jobs and Career Opportunities
60%
Social Life
54%
Quality of Schools
45%
Safety and Crime Rate
37%
Public Transit
30%
Dating
29%
State and Local Taxes
22%
Affordability
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Average rent in Torrance, California

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Torrance is $2,537, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $3,278. Rent rates updated 8 days ago
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Find an apartment for rent in Torrance, CA


Searching for an apartment for rent in Torrance, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 114 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Torrance. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in Torrance is $1,935 for a studio, $2,537 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $3,278 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

Tired of browsing? Take our personalized quiz. You’ll answer a couple of simple questions and we’ll put together a list of Torrance apartments that are best for you. We’ll also factor in your commute, budget, and preferred amenities. Looking for a pet-friendly rental, or an apartment with in-unit washer and dryer? No problem, we’ll provide you with apartments that match that criteria.

You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next Torrance, CA apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in Torrance?

In Torrance, the average rent is $1,935 for a studio, $2,537 for a 1-bedroom, $3,278 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,600 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Torrance, check out our monthly Torrance Rent Report.

How can I find a cheap apartment in Torrance?

You can find the lowest-priced apartments in Torrance by using the cheap apartments filter.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Torrance?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Torrance apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in Torrance?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Torrance.

How can I find off-campus housing in Torrance?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Torrance. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Santa Monica College, Fuller Theological Seminary, Pacific Oaks College, California Institute of Technology, and Pasadena City College.