Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Torrance, CA

Some of the cheapest neighborhoods in Torrance are Southwood, Del Amo Fashion Center, and Torrance Heights Civic. These neighborhoods offer some of the lowest rent prices in Torrance, making them ideal for renters on a budget. As of April 25, 2025, the average rent in Torrance is $1,998, which is 0.9% higher than last year. However, it's important to remember that rental prices can vary significantly based on factors such as location, amenities, and floor plans.

Southwood

Average Rent

$1,675/Month

TransitScore® Rating

43/100

Units Available

2 Rentals

Southwood is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Southwood is $1,675 while the city average is $1,998. Residents enjoy convenient access to Los Angeles Southwest College, Cal State Dominguez Hills, and Los Angeles International. The neighborhood is considered walkable with a WalkScore® of 80.

Del Amo Fashion Center

Average Rent

$1,848/Month

TransitScore® Rating

44/100

Units Available

2 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Torrance neighborhood on a budget, check out Del Amo Fashion Center. The average rent is $1,848, compared to the city average of $1,998. Del Amo Fashion Center is convenient to Harbor College, Los Angeles Southwest College, and Del Amo Fashion Center. The community is walkable with a WalkScore® of 85.

Torrance Heights Civic

Average Rent

$1,874/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.1%

TransitScore® Rating

38/100

Units Available

2 Rentals

Torrance Heights Civic is an affordable neighborhood in Torrance with an average rent price of $1,874. Compare this to the city average of $1,998. In the past year, rent prices have decreased by 0.1%. Torrance Heights Civic provides easy access to Mariposa/Nash Station, Madrona Marsh Preserve & Nature Center, and Skypark. It’s a walkable neighborhood with a WalkScore® of 79.

Harbor

Average Rent

$1,979/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

1%

TransitScore® Rating

34/100

Units Available

11 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Torrance, Harbor might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,979, while the city’s average stands at $1,998. In the last year, prices have increased by 1%. Harbor is near El Camino College, Torrance, El Camino College, Compton, and Long Beach (Daugherty Field).

Delthome

Average Rent

$2,182/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

1.4%

TransitScore® Rating

36/100

Units Available

24 Rentals

Delthome is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Delthome is $2,182 while the city average is $1,998. This is a 1.4% difference from last year. Residents enjoy convenient access to Banning Residence Museum, Marine/Redondo Station, and Harbor College. The neighborhood is considered somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 64.

South Bay

Average Rent

$2,346/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.6%

TransitScore® Rating

33/100

Units Available

375 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Torrance neighborhood on a budget, check out South Bay. The average rent is $2,346, compared to the city average of $1,998. Rent prices have increased by 0.6%. South Bay is convenient to Harbor Gateway Center, George F. Canyon Preserve & Nature Center, and El Camino College, Torrance. The community is somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 69.

Southwood Riviera

Average Rent

$2,366/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.6%

TransitScore® Rating

39/100

Units Available

12 Rentals

Southwood Riviera is an affordable neighborhood in Torrance with an average rent price of $2,366. Compare this to the city average of $1,998. In the past year, rent prices have increased by 0.6%. Southwood Riviera provides easy access to Forrestal Nature Reserve, Plaza Mayor, and Douglas/Rosecrans Station. It’s a walkable neighborhood with a WalkScore® of 84.

New Horizons South Bay

Average Rent

$2,447/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

2.4%

TransitScore® Rating

36/100

Units Available

1 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Torrance, New Horizons South Bay might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $2,447, while the city’s average stands at $1,998. In the last year, prices have decreased by 2.4%. New Horizons South Bay is near Ralphs & Target Del Amo Fashion Mall, Harbor College, and Los Angeles International.

Olde Torrance Neighborhood

Average Rent

$2,597/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

2.7%

TransitScore® Rating

39/100

Units Available

34 Rentals

Olde Torrance Neighborhood is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Olde Torrance Neighborhood is $2,597 while the city average is $1,998. This is a -2.7% difference from last year. Residents enjoy convenient access to Los Angeles Southwest College, Artesia Station, and Marine/Redondo Station. The neighborhood is considered walkable with a WalkScore® of 78.

Hillside

Average Rent

$2,911/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.6%

TransitScore® Rating

35/100

Units Available

9 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Torrance neighborhood on a budget, check out Hillside. The average rent is $2,911, compared to the city average of $1,998. Rent prices have increased by 0.6%. Hillside is convenient to George F. Canyon Preserve & Nature Center, Long Beach (Daugherty Field), and Harbor College. The community is somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 64.

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Methodology

Transit Score measures access to public transit. Scores range from 0 (minimal transit) to 100 (rider’s paradise). Learn more about the Transit Score methodology. Rental data is sourced from CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As a leading authority in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar performs in-depth research to build and sustain an extensive database of commercial real estate insights.

We've combined this data with public records to provide the most current rental information available.