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1261 W Rosecrans Ave, Gardena, CA 90247, USA|Gardena
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Management

Beach Front Property Management

Leasing office

(310) 483-4234

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. offers modern interiors and spacious two-bedroom apartments, with strong ratings for price, amenities, and location that suggest solid value and everyday convenience. It also stands out with plenty of photos, a favorable value-for-money position, and a verified listing that gives renters a clearer sense of what to expect.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Floor plans

2 Bed 1 Bath2 bed1 bath718 sqft$2,250 /mo5 units available

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Amenities for 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave.

Building

CarportControlled Access
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingGarage Parking
Gate

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Spanish Speaking Staff
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units84
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About 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave.

HomeApartments in GardenaGardena 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave.

Manager Special - 1 Month Free on a 12 month lease. Welcome to Royal Palms Apartments, located at 1261 Rosecrans Ave, Gardena, CA 90247. This well-maintained community offers comfortable two-bedroom units designed to meet your living needs. Property Features: Unit Layout: Spacious two-bedroom apartments with 1.5 bathrooms. Modern Interiors: Units feature fresh paint, new flooring, and updated fixtures, providing a contemporary and inviting living space. Pet-Friendly Policy: The community welcomes pets, allowing one cat or dog per unit with a maximum weight of 20 pounds. A $500 deposit and a monthly fee of $50 are required. Community Amenities: Convenient Location: Situated near the Bicycle Casino, shopping centers, restaurants, gas stations, and with easy access to the 110 freeway, offering residents a variety of nearby conveniences. Beautiful Grounds: The property boasts well-maintained landscaping, creating a pleasant and welcoming environment for residents. Rental Detail


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave.
Price·9A 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.
1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. 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 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking 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 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Gardena

2-bedroom apartments at 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave. cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Gardena.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Gardena
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,900
September 2024$1,844
October 2024$1,825
November 2024$1,825
December 2024$1,885
January 2025$1,972
February 2025$1,990
March 2025$1,990
April 2025$1,922
May 2025$1,793
June 2025$1,780
July 2025$1,644
August 2025$1,514
September 2025$1,711
October 2025$1,830
November 2025$1,815
December 2025$1,868
January 2026$1,877
February 2026$1,881
March 2026$1,928
April 2026$1,958
May 2026$1,790
June 2026$1,699
July 2026$1,894
A table of studio rental data trends in Gardena
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,900
September 2024$1,844
October 2024$1,825
November 2024$1,825
December 2024$1,885
January 2025$1,972
February 2025$1,990
March 2025$1,990
April 2025$1,922
May 2025$1,793
June 2025$1,758
July 2025$1,644
August 2025$1,514
September 2025$1,711
October 2025$1,830
November 2025$1,815
December 2025$1,868
January 2026$1,877
February 2026$1,881
March 2026$1,928
April 2026$1,958
May 2026$1,790
June 2026$1,699
July 2026$1,894

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$90,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $90,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,250.
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Schools near 1261-1281 Rosecrans Ave.

One Hundred Thirty-Fifth Street Elementary School

801 w 135th st

gardena, CA, 90247

K-5Public
C+

Purche Avenue Elementary School

13210 purche ave

gardena, CA, 90249

K-5Public
C+

Avalon Gardens Elementary School

13940 s san pedro st

los angeles, CA, 90061

K-6Public
C

Compton Step

417 w alondra blvd

compton, CA, 90220

K-12Public

Hollyglen Elementary School

5309 w 135th st

hawthorne, CA, 90250

K-2Public
A
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Neighborhood

Gardena | Gardena, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Gardena near 1261 W Rosecrans Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1261 W Rosecrans Ave, Gardena

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
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

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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