Average Rent in 90501, Torrance, CA

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Current Versus Historical 90501, Torrance, CA Rents

90501 rentals average $1,795 for a studio rental to $5,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,225, or roughly $34 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $339 (20.45%) year-over-year from $1,658 to $1,998. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $103 (-4.87%) year-over-year from $2,115 to $2,012. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $193 (6.40%) year-over-year from $3,008 to $3,200. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $18 (0.45%) year-over-year from $3,933 to $3,950. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,346 (26.96%) year-over-year from $4,992 to $6,338. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 2.04% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.20% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.98% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.16% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 17.63% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$42.24	$1,998	$1,658 (20.45%)	$1,578 (26.56%)
1 BR	$33.90	$2,012	$2,115 (-4.87%)	$2,040 (-1.37%)
2 BR	$38.57	$3,200	$3,008 (6.40%)	$2,774 (15.35%)
3 BR	$28.68	$3,950	$3,933 (0.45%)	$3,967 (-0.42%)
4+ BR	$29.33	$6,338	$4,992 (26.96%)	$4,615 (37.32%)

Historical Rents in 90501, Torrance, CA

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Top Cities Near 90501

There are a total of 9 cities nearby 90501. The average rent in 90501 is currently $3,900 per month. A total of 4 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Hawthorne, CA, with an average rent of $2,178, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 90501, Torrance, CA is Hermosa Beach, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $9,995 per month.

Let's compare 90501, Torrance, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 90501, Torrance, CA is 3.90% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 4.37% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 90501, Torrance, CA are about 13.33% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 19.62% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 9 cities near 90501, Torrance, CA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Hawthorne, CA	$1,695	$1,800	$2,413	$2,178
Long Beach, CA	$1,498	$1,975	$2,600	$2,410
Inglewood, CA	$1,725	$2,100	$2,573	$2,450
Gardena, CA	$1,775	$1,900	$2,500	$2,700
Culver City, CA	$2,575	$2,600	$3,600	$3,900
Torrance, CA	$1,750	$2,200	$3,400	$3,973
Redondo Beach, CA	$2,595	$2,700	$3,848	$4,900
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA	N/A	$1,988	$3,850	$5,350
Hermosa Beach, CA	N/A	$4,000	$5,500	$9,995

Top Neighborhoods Near 90501

There are a total of 11 neighborhoods in or near 90501. Some of these neighborhoods include Central Long Beach, Congress West, and Downtown Long Beach. We've included all of these top 11 neighborhoods in or near 90501, Torrance, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 11 neighborhoods in or near 90501, Torrance, CA is currently around $3,950 per month. A total of 4 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only seven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,950. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 90501's average rent, which is only $3,225. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 90501, Central Long Beach has the most affordable average rent at $2,100 per month. Whereas, at $6,417 average rent per month, Venice is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 90501. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Central Long Beach, Long Beach, CA	$1,295	$1,695	$2,298	$2,100
Congress West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,510	$1,675	$2,473	$2,195
Downtown Long Beach, Long Beach, CA	$1,595	$2,507	$2,800	$2,495
Congress Southeast, Los Angeles, CA	$1,400	$1,800	$2,350	$2,500
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA	$1,900	$2,713	$3,109	$3,498
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$1,541	$2,883	$4,495	$3,950
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$2,543	$3,525	$4,699	$4,466
South Redondo Beach, Redondo Beach, CA	$2,595	$2,800	$4,195	$4,900
Northwest San Pedro, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$2,295	$3,945	$4,900
North Redondo Beach, Redondo Beach, CA	N/A	$2,598	$3,300	$5,175
Venice, Los Angeles, CA	$2,198	$3,095	$5,673	$6,417

Top Counties Near 90501

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near 90501

There are a total of 19 zipcodes in or near 90501, Torrance, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $3,500. A total of 9 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 90813, Long Beach, CA at $1,895 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $5,498 per month is 90291, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,595. That's at least $49 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 90501, Torrance, CA is $2,223 per month. Or in other words, $41 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,500 per month. Which comes out to $38 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 90501, Torrance, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
90291, Los Angeles, CA	$2,200	$2,797	$5,225	$5,498
90045, Los Angeles, CA	$1,576	$2,840	$3,550	$2,897
90731, Los Angeles, CA	$1,800	$1,925	$2,750	$2,850
90503, Torrance, CA	$1,750	$2,223	$3,500	$3,500
90277, Redondo Beach, CA	$2,595	$2,800	$4,223	$4,999
90802, Long Beach, CA	$1,595	$2,195	$2,625	$2,375
90292, Marina del Rey, CA	$2,179	$3,995	$6,022	$5,426
90044, Westmont, CA	$1,400	$1,695	$2,298	$1,998
90275, Rolling Hills, CA	N/A	$1,988	$3,850	$5,400
90250, Hawthorne, CA	$1,573	$1,800	$2,435	$2,220

Frequently Asked Questions - 90501 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 90501, Torrance, CA?

The average monthly rental price for 90501, Torrance, CA apartments for rent is approximately $3,225. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 90501, Torrance, CA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 90501, Torrance, CA.

How much is a studio apartment in 90501, Torrance, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,795 and an average price per square feet of $42.24. There are a total of 3 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 90501.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 90501, Torrance, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,012 and an average price per square feet of $33.90. There are a total of 8 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 90501.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 90501, Torrance, CA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,000 and an average price per square feet of $38.57. There are a total of 13 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 90501.

How have rent prices in 90501, Torrance, CA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 90501, Torrance, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.20%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.05%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 90501, Torrance, CA?

A reasonable rent price in 90501, Torrance, CA is around $2,580/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.