What is the average apartment size in Torrance?

The average size for a Torrance, CA apartment is 845 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Torrance?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in Torrance is $2,490 per month, a 0.92% increase from last year’s average of $2,468.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Torrance?

In Torrance, studios rent for $1,673 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,171 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,868 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $3,508 per month

What is the average apartment size in Torrance?

The typical apartment in Torrance offers about 845 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Torrance?

Studio apartments in Torrance average 414 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 700 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,022 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,392 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Torrance?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Torrance are Walteria ($2,521/month), Hollywood Riviera ($2,560/month), and Harbor Gateway South ($2,892/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Torrance, CA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Torrance?

The typical rent budget in Torrance ranges from $2,001 to $2,500 per month, with 32% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Torrance?

In Torrance, 45% of households rent while 55% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Torrance?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Torrance include North Torrance ($2,211/month), Central Business District ($2,350/month), and Old Torrance ($2,393/month), all below the citywide average of $2,490.

Last updated: October 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Torrance is $2,490, a 0.92% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,468.

Studio Apartments at $1,673 offer the most budget-friendly option with 414 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 700 square feet for $2,171, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,868 offer 1,022 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,392 sq ft) for $3,508, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Torrance, CA

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,490	845 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,673	414 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,171	700 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,868	1,022 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$3,508	1,392 sq. ft.

Torrance, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Torrance, CA have increased by 0.92% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,468 to $2,490.

What's the typical rent budget in Torrance, CA?

The largest share of rentals in Torrance, CA (32%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Torrance, CA?

25,128 or 45% of the households in Torrance, CA are renter-occupied while 30,189 or 55% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Torrance?

North Torrance $2,211/month

Central Business District $2,350/month

Old Torrance $2,393/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,490/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Torrance?

Walteria $2,521/month

Hollywood Riviera $2,560/month

Harbor Gateway South $2,892/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Torrance, CA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Harbor Gateway South	$2,892
Hollywood Riviera	$2,560
Walteria	$2,521
West Torrance - Southwood	$2,455
Old Torrance	$2,393
Central Business District	$2,350
North Torrance	$2,211

Torrance | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Central Business District is 19% lower than in Harbor Gateway South

$2,350

Central Business District rent is 6% lower than Torrance average

Average Rent $2,350

$2,892

Harbor Gateway South rent is 16% higher than Torrance average

Average Rent $2,892

How Torrance Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Torrance	$2,490
Los Angeles	$2,762
East Bay	$2,685
San Francisco	$3,545
San Diego	$2,959
Oakland	$2,651
Sacramento	$1,921
Long Beach	$2,665
San Jose	$3,170
Tulare	$1,576
Vallejo	$2,121
Santa Monica	$3,914
Inglewood	$2,561
West Hollywood, CA	$3,138
Hawthorne, CA	$1,967
Downey, CA	$2,252
Buena Park, CA	$2,390
Redondo Beach, CA	$3,091
Gardena, CA	$1,767
Norwalk, CA	$2,323
Culver City, CA	$3,419

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Torrance apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.