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3929 W 242nd St, Torrance, CA 90505, USA|Walteria
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Property Overview
Palms Garden Apartments is rated highly overall, with standout marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, while also offering a solid quality score. It stands out for social life and pet friendliness, with nearby venues, walkable surroundings, on-site gathering spaces, outdoor areas, and convenient access to pet services.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Laundry available on site
- Pet friendly
Great for
Social life
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Palms Garden Apartments the Gem of the South Bay - 1 Bedroom | 1 bed | 1 bath | 700 sqft | $2,045 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Palms Garden Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Ceiling Fan | Water |
Appliances
| Stove and Oven |
Building
| Cats OK | Clubhouse |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
| Residents Lounge |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Swimming Pool |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 48 |
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About Palms Garden Apartments
Dear Prospects for Palms Garden Apartments; You are entering a beautiful garden apartment building with 48 units that range from one bedroom apartments to two bedroom / one bathroom and two bedroom / two bathroom. This building has an azure blue pool in the first courtyard with a club house for your use. The chaise lounges and the umbrella tables allow you to lunch and give you shade during the summer months. Our two laundry rooms have three washers and three dryers which can be accessed with or without coins for operation. There is always availability. Your access for these items are 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and you will always find availability. You will have one parking spot assigned to you with ample storage above your parking spot. We have the best location imaginable for South Bay entertainment and shopping. We are a half a block from a park, a half block from drug stores, shopping and restaurants and one block from large grocery store chains. Everything that you may need is within walking distance. If you want to shop you are several miles, from Del Amo Mall, Rolling Hills Mall and Palos Verdes Mall. Not to mention you are 10 minutes from the beach so pick up some food and enjoy the beach while you are snacking on your lunch. We invite you to come take a look at Palms Garden Apartments and see for yourself this gem of a building. Email: **** for more information The images displayed are for reference only and may not represent the specific unit that is currently available for rent.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.0
/10
ExcellentPalms Garden Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Palms Garden Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Palms Garden Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Palms Garden Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Palms Garden Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Palms Garden Apartments is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Palms Garden Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Walteria
1-bedroom apartments at Palms Garden Apartments cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Walteria.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Walteria
Torrance
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,150 |
| July 2024 | $2,120 |
| August 2024 | $2,161 |
| September 2024 | $2,164 |
| October 2024 | $2,149 |
| November 2024 | $2,184 |
| December 2024 | $2,145 |
| January 2025 | $2,110 |
| February 2025 | $2,122 |
| March 2025 | $2,177 |
| April 2025 | $2,164 |
| May 2025 | $2,181 |
| June 2025 | $2,177 |
| July 2025 | $2,174 |
| August 2025 | $2,146 |
| September 2025 | $2,150 |
| October 2025 | $2,127 |
| November 2025 | $2,179 |
| December 2025 | $2,181 |
| January 2026 | $2,195 |
| February 2026 | $2,195 |
| March 2026 | $2,187 |
| April 2026 | $2,225 |
| May 2026 | $2,291 |
| June 2026 | $2,195 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,195 |
| October 2025 | $2,100 |
| March 2026 | $2,095 |
| April 2026 | $2,095 |
| May 2026 | $2,177 |
| June 2026 | $2,191 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 3929 W 242nd St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $81,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,045.
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Schools near Palms Garden Apartments
Riviera Elementary School
365 paseo de arena
torrance, CA, 90505
K-5Public
A
Alta Vista Child Development Center
815 knob hill ave
redondo beach, CA, 90277
PKPublic
Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy
38 crest rd w
rolling hills, CA, 90274
K-12Public
Hermosa Vista School
417 25th st
hermosa beach, CA, 90254
2-4Public
Suy:u Elementary School
5403 w 138th st
hawthorne, CA, 90250
3-5Public
A
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Getting around Torrance near 3929 W 242nd St
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 3929 W 242nd St, Torrance
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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