Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Torrance, CA

Some of the cheapest neighborhoods in Torrance are Harbor, Delthome, and Olde Torrance. These neighborhoods offer some of the lowest rent prices in Torrance, making them ideal for renters on a budget. As of November 21, 2025, the average rent in Torrance is $2,007, which is 0.6% 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.

Harbor

Average Rent

$1,952/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

2.1%

TransitScore® Rating

34/100

Units Available

14 Rentals

Harbor is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Harbor is $1,952 while the city average is $2,007. This is a 2.1% difference from last year. Residents enjoy convenient access to Wardlow Station, Los Angeles International, and Artesia Station. The neighborhood is considered somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 59.

Delthome

Average Rent

$2,148/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

1.9%

TransitScore® Rating

36/100

Units Available

26 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Torrance neighborhood on a budget, check out Delthome. The average rent is $2,148, compared to the city average of $2,007. Rent prices have increased by 1.9%. Delthome is convenient to Village Del Amo, El Camino College, Torrance, and George F. Canyon Preserve & Nature Center. The community is somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 64.

Olde Torrance

Average Rent

$2,276/Month

TransitScore® Rating

40/100

Units Available

36 Rentals

Olde Torrance is an affordable neighborhood in Torrance with an average rent price of $2,276. Compare this to the city average of $2,007. Olde Torrance provides easy access to Plaza Del Prado, Torrance Plaza, and Carson Plaza. It’s a walkable neighborhood with a WalkScore® of 88.

Southwood Riviera

Average Rent

$2,297/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.1%

TransitScore® Rating

39/100

Units Available

13 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Torrance, Southwood Riviera might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $2,297, while the city’s average stands at $2,007. In the last year, prices have increased by 0.1%. Southwood Riviera is near Douglas/Rosecrans Station, El Segundo/Nash Station, and Forrestal Nature Reserve.

Olde Torrance Neighborhood

Average Rent

$2,331/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

1%

TransitScore® Rating

39/100

Units Available

33 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 $2,331 while the city average is $2,007. This is a -1% difference from last year. Residents enjoy convenient access to Marine/Redondo Station, Madrona Marsh Preserve & Nature Center, and Cal State Dominguez Hills. The neighborhood is considered walkable with a WalkScore® of 78.

South Bay

Average Rent

$2,333/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.8%

TransitScore® Rating

33/100

Units Available

555 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Torrance neighborhood on a budget, check out South Bay. The average rent is $2,333, compared to the city average of $2,007. Rent prices have increased by 0.8%. South Bay is convenient to Compton Creek Natural Park at George Washington Elementary, Del Amo Station, and George F. Canyon Preserve & Nature Center. The community is somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 68.

Harbor Ridge Townhomes

Average Rent

$2,889/Month

TransitScore® Rating

0/100

Units Available

14 Rentals

Harbor Ridge Townhomes is an affordable neighborhood in Torrance with an average rent price of $2,889. Compare this to the city average of $2,007. Harbor Ridge Townhomes provides easy access to Compton Creek Natural Park at George Washington Elementary, Artesia Station, and El Camino College, Compton. It’s a somewhat walkable neighborhood with a WalkScore® of 68.

Southeast Torrance

Average Rent

$3,038/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.7%

TransitScore® Rating

33/100

Units Available

29 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Torrance, Southeast Torrance might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $3,038, while the city’s average stands at $2,007. In the last year, prices have increased by 0.7%. Southeast Torrance is near Del Amo Station, Los Angeles International, and Long Beach (Daugherty Field).

Walteria

Average Rent

$3,383/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.8%

TransitScore® Rating

37/100

Units Available

23 Rentals

Walteria is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Walteria is $3,383 while the city average is $2,007. This is a 0.8% difference from last year. Residents enjoy convenient access to Los Angeles Southwest College, Harbor College, and George F. Canyon Preserve & Nature Center. The neighborhood is considered walkable with a WalkScore® of 73.

Marble Estates

Average Rent

$3,966/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

2.5%

TransitScore® Rating

30/100

Units Available

16 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Torrance neighborhood on a budget, check out Marble Estates. The average rent is $3,966, compared to the city average of $2,007. Rent prices have increased by 2.5%. Marble Estates is convenient to El Segundo/Nash Station, Douglas/Rosecrans Station, and Torrance Crossroads. 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.