Average Rent in Torrance, CA

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Current Versus Historical Torrance, CA Rents

Torrance rentals average $1,750 for a studio rental to $6,638 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,795, or roughly $37 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $379 (-17.80%) year-over-year from $2,129 to $1,750. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $351 (-13.61%) year-over-year from $2,576 to $2,225. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $84 (-2.45%) year-over-year from $3,432 to $3,348. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $83 (1.81%) year-over-year from $4,617 to $4,700. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,463 (25.11%) year-over-year from $5,825 to $7,288. 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 4.79% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.60% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.48% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.08% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 17.30% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$55.35	$1,750	$2,129 (-17.80%)	$2,099 (-16.63%)
1 BR	$40.96	$2,225	$2,576 (-13.61%)	$2,063 (7.84%)
2 BR	$36.52	$3,348	$3,432 (-2.45%)	$2,958 (13.15%)
3 BR	$35.11	$4,700	$4,617 (1.81%)	$4,399 (6.84%)
4+ BR	$35.78	$7,288	$5,825 (25.11%)	$5,858 (24.41%)

Historical Rents in Torrance, CA

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Top Cities Near Torrance

There are a total of 9 cities nearby Torrance. The average rent in Torrance is currently $4,495 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Hawthorne, CA, with an average rent of $2,125, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Torrance, CA is Hermosa Beach, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $11,248 per month.

Let's compare Torrance, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Torrance, CA is 2.86% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 12.50% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Torrance, CA are about 12.14% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 12.63% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 9 cities near Torrance, CA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Hawthorne, CA	$1,695	$1,775	$2,450	$2,125
Inglewood, CA	$1,700	$2,000	$2,500	$2,450
Torrance, CA	$1,750	$2,200	$3,295	$3,795
Culver City, CA	$2,638	$2,325	$3,500	$4,148
Santa Monica, CA	$2,299	$3,000	$4,975	$4,495
Redondo Beach, CA	$2,200	$2,754	$3,695	$4,800
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA	N/A	$2,475	$3,950	$5,500
Manhattan Beach, CA	N/A	$6,200	$8,100	$11,000
Hermosa Beach, CA	N/A	$3,600	$4,563	$11,248

Top Neighborhoods Near Torrance

There are a total of 14 neighborhoods in or near Torrance. Some of these neighborhoods include Park Mesa Heights, Congress Southeast, and Congress North. We've included all of these top 14 neighborhoods in or near Torrance, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 14 neighborhoods in or near Torrance, CA is currently around $3,834 per month. A total of 7 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only seven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,834. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Torrance's average rent, which is only $3,795. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Torrance, Park Mesa Heights has the most affordable average rent at $2,088 per month. Whereas, at $6,498 average rent per month, Venice is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Torrance. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Park Mesa Heights, Los Angeles, CA	$2,500	$1,725	$2,250	$2,088
Congress Southeast, Los Angeles, CA	$1,500	$1,800	$2,350	$2,450
Congress North, Los Angeles, CA	$1,700	$1,699	$2,390	$2,450
Voices of 90037, Los Angeles, CA	$1,385	$1,550	$2,400	$2,500
Congress West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,696	$1,650	$2,985	$2,750
Palms, Los Angeles, CA	$2,285	$3,395	$3,495	$3,225
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA	$2,695	$2,950	$3,198	$3,495
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$3,000	$4,300	$4,173
South Redondo Beach, Redondo Beach, CA	$2,200	$2,850	$4,125	$4,223
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$2,003	$3,150	$4,787	$4,417
Northwest San Pedro, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$2,443	$3,895	$4,840
North Redondo Beach, Redondo Beach, CA	N/A	$2,300	$3,598	$4,895
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA	$3,025	$3,000	$6,850	$4,995
Venice, Los Angeles, CA	$2,400	$3,498	$5,948	$6,498

Top Counties Near Torrance

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Torrance

There are a total of 21 zipcodes in or near Torrance, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $3,600. A total of 12 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 $1,845 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $6,000 per month is 90292, Marina del Rey, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,723. That's at least $50 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Torrance, CA is $2,300 per month. Or in other words, $41 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,395 per month. Which comes out to $39 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Torrance, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
90503, Torrance, CA	$1,750	$2,200	$3,600	$3,600
90277, Redondo Beach, CA	$2,200	$2,850	$4,060	$4,800
90278, Redondo Beach, CA	N/A	$2,300	$3,545	$4,895
90275, Rolling Hills, CA	N/A	$2,475	$3,950	$5,500
90250, Hawthorne, CA	$1,573	$1,760	$2,650	$2,223
90731, Los Angeles, CA	$2,132	$1,995	$2,850	$2,775
90732, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$2,443	$3,970	$4,895
90044, Westmont, CA	$1,500	$1,800	$2,299	$2,200
90045, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$2,830	$3,500	$3,199
90293, Los Angeles, CA	$2,500	$2,595	$4,195	$4,200

Frequently Asked Questions - Torrance Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Torrance, CA?

The average monthly rental price for Torrance, CA apartments for rent is approximately $3,795. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 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 Torrance, CA.

How much is a studio apartment in Torrance, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,750 and an average price per square feet of $55.35. There are a total of 8 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Torrance.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,200 and an average price per square feet of $40.96. There are a total of 18 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Torrance.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,295 and an average price per square feet of $36.52. There are a total of 40 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Torrance.

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

Rent prices for rentals in Torrance, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.18%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.14%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.02%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Torrance, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Torrance, CA is around $3,036/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.