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Renters’ Guide to Torrance

Located on the northernmost tip of the South Bay region, Torrance, California combines a beautiful beach and wetlands preserve with the economic stability of city life. Here is where you’ll find an environmentally-conscious population that enjoys sustainable work opportunities while preserving the stunning scenery for years to come. Although this subtropical city has been steadily growing for quite some time, it still maintains a family feel, which is why Torrance was recently ranked among the “10 Safest Mid-Sized Cities in America” in a 2014 national crime study.

Torrance, CA’s proximity to the 110 and 405 San Diego Freeways gives you easy access to many must-see locations. Torrance, California is 27 miles south of Hollywood, and 11 miles south of the Los Angeles International Airport (Torrance, CA is also 20 miles south of Downtown Los Angeles). As for size, Torrance is the eighth largest city in Los Angeles County, about 3 times as large as neighboring Redondo Beach. Torrance is 25 times smaller than Los Angeles, but four times larger than Beverly Hills.

The weather in Torrance, CA has a warm Mediterranean feel all year long, and nearly every day is bright and sunny. Spring weather averages 60°F and tends to be somewhat rainy throughout March. Summers are very hot and typically have little-to-no precipitation for months on end. Falls average 66°F and remain dry and beautiful until November, when the rain season starts anew. Winters, like in the rest of California, are pleasantly warm and dry in comparison to the rest of the country, averaging 56°F.

Torrance, CA Demographics

  • Total Population147,589
  • Female 72,118
    Male 75,471
  • Median Age41.8

Cost of Living in Torrance, CA

The cost of living in Torrance, CA is comparable to the rest of Los Angeles, except Torrance is significantly cheaper when it comes to housing. A three-course meal costs $60, which is $10 more than the national norm. A soft drink costs about $0.10 more than national average at $1.81, and rice goes for about $0.20 more in Torrance than elsewhere at $1.71 per pound.

People in Torrance primarily drive or use public transportation. The average cost for a bus ticket in Torrance, California is $1, with a $0.75 discount to seniors and free admission for kids. The Torrance Transit Line 1 will take you from Torrance Boulevard all the way to the I-110 Freeway. In total, the average commute time in Torrance, CA is 24 minutes, approximately one minute faster than the rest of the country.

Average Rent in Torrance, CA

  • Torrance, CA Average Rental Price, May 2018$1,899/mo
  • Studio$1,399
  • 1 Bedroom$1,712
  • 2 Bedrooms$2,171

Torrance, CA Apartment Rent Ranges

  • $701-$1,0001%
  • $1,001-$1,50017%
  • $1,501-$2,00049%
  • > $2,00033%

Torrance, CA Rent Trends

Average Rent All rentals Studio 1 Bed 2 Beds 3 Beds
May / 2018 $1,899 $1,399 $1,712 $2,171
Sept / 2017 $1,883 $1,410 $1,746 $2,101
May / 2017 $1,856 $1,366 $1,699 $2,096
Jan / 2017 $1,798 $1,316 $1,661 $2,011
Sept / 2016 $1,775 $1,269 $1,634 $2,001
May / 2016 $1,738 $1,221 $1,618 $1,940
Jan / 2016 $1,684 $1,205 $1,575 $1,868
Sept / 2015 $1,648 $1,181 $1,523 $1,850
May / 2015 $1,622 $1,147 $1,522 $1,799
Jan / 2015 $1,589 $1,107 $1,485 $1,771
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Average rent is projected to grow by 5% in 2018 compared to 2017.

Please note that projected rent growth is calculated at city level.

Average rent values on this page are aggregated from data from the following zip codes: 90277905019050290503905049050590506

Check out the average rent prices in Torrance by neighborhood.

Living in Torrance, CA

What’s it like living in Torrance, CA? Well, the fact that you are close enough to take a day trip to the beach, the mountains, or that you can browse some of the hottest shopping locales in California are just some of the pros of living in Torrance. There’s also lots of delicious ethnic foods to indulge in. However, for some, there is not as much to do here as there is in other areas of the Los Angeles Metro Area, which could be one of the reasons not to move to Torrance, CA.

Things to do in Torrance

Choosing what to do in Torrance depends on your immediate company—but don’t worry, there’s something for everyone. If you are looking for things to do in Torrance with kids, the Sky Zone Trampoline Park offers tons of indoor bouncing fun. For other family-friendly things to do in Torrance, check out Wilson Park’s sports parks and recreational areas to find fun athletic facilities and jogging trails. Similarly, if free things to do in Torrance are what you and your family are after, then the Torrance library is a great place to check out, as is the local YMCA, or the sandy splendor of Torrance Beach—also known by locals as “RAT” Beach (“Right At Torrance”).

Shoppers will want to check out the 200 stores at the Torrance Mall, but of course, the numerous supermarkets will probably have more basic supplies for cheaper. Couples’ attractions include slurping suds at any local Torrance brewery (try The Dudes’, Monkish, or Absolution), or a movie at AMC Del Amo 18. If you’re here in the Spring, the colorful Annual Cherry Blossom Festival cannot be missed.

For a casual meal, the Islands Restaurant offers delicious gourmet burgers, and the Vegas Buffet offers fine Asian seafood cuisines, but the Torrance Farmers Market has perhaps the best variety of all (they have items from over 60 California farms). Wherever you go, be sure to check out the famous Torrance Bakery for dessert. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can burn it all off and even take some self-defense lessons at the UFC gym!

Employment and Economy

Torrance, CA has a diverse economic portfolio that’s supported by a multitude of local and international businesses. Honda Motor Co. also has its newly revamped headquarters in Torrance, CA. Additionally, the manufacturing, finance, and retail services are all flourishing as well, and the micro-craft brewing industry further attracts tourists and steadily pumps money into the local economy.

Torrance, CA Households

  • Total Number of Households55,377
  • Family 38,505
    Non-family 16,872
  • Children 17,419
    No Children 37,958
  • Average People Per Household2.64
  • Median Household Income$79,549
  • Median Housing Costs Per Month$1,604

Education in Torrance

You might recognize the Torrance West High School as the setting for Blaine Ray’s Pobre Ana. North High School, on the other hand, is the second oldest of four public high schools within the Torrance School District, and South High School is best known for raising money for cancer research. For adults, El Camino College offers two-year degrees on a campus that has 37 buildings and spans across 26 acres.

Torrance, CA Education Statistics

  • No High School3%
  • Some High School22%
  • Some College24%
  • Associate Degree9%
  • Bachelor Degree29%
  • Graduate Degree14%

Tips for Renting in Torrance

If you are renting in Torrance, we are sure you are going to pay your rent on time. However, should a mistake happen, you should know that landlords in Torrance, CA are allowed to charge an additional 5-10 percent of the rent as penalty for late payment. This amount should be specified in the lease, but this penalty is not always required to be in writing.

If you are moving to Torrance, CA from Los Angeles, then you are probably already used to road repairs and travel delays. With that said, Torrance has a similar amount of road construction, so although the commuting is generally faster here, you should still expect some delays.

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