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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Controlled access
  • On-site laundry facility
  • On-site manager
  • Nearby shopping
  • Easy access

Location

21220 S Western Ave, Torrance, CA 90501, USA|Harbor Gateway South
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Property Overview

The South Bay Apartments receive a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5 out of 10, indicating it's a promising choice for renters. The property enjoys outstanding amenities, priced competitively, and features like controlled access and on-site laundry, all situated in a prime location. Its trustworthiness rating stands at 7 out of 10, reflecting its commitment to clear communication and transparency, while its value for money places it in the 76.92 percentile among local options.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The South Bay Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The South Bay Apartments 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

Floor plans

1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom1 bed1 bath551 sqftWelcome to your new home in Torrance, CA! This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers a comfortable and convenient living experience. The apartment is managed by an on-site manager, ensuring a smooth and efficient living environment. The location is a food lover's paradise, being in close proximity to a variety of fine dining options. For those who commute, the apartment's location offers easy access to major freeways, making your daily travels a breeze. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and lifestyle at our 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom apartment. Your new home awaits!

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Amenities for The South Bay Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Water Sewer and Trash

Appliances

Gas RangeRange

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Services

On-Site Management

Neighborhood

Close to Freeway

Other

Trash and Water
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

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

Units21
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About The South Bay Apartments

HomeApartments in Los AngelesHarbor Gateway South The South Bay Apartments

Welcome to 21220 S Western Ave in Torrance, CA! This apartment offers convenient living with included trash and water services, a laundry facility on-site, and controlled access for added security. Located in a prime location, residents can enjoy easy access to nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call this apartment home! Contact us today to schedule a tour.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The South Bay Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The South Bay Apartments 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 The South Bay Apartments
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.
The South Bay 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·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.
The South Bay Apartments 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, The South Bay Apartments 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.
The South Bay 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·6A 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 The South Bay Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
The South Bay Apartments 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 The South Bay Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Harbor Gateway South

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Harbor Gateway South
Los Angeles
A table of studio rental data trends in Los Angeles
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,750
June 2024$1,778
July 2024$1,816
August 2024$1,848
September 2024$1,848
October 2024$1,801
November 2024$1,814
December 2024$1,845
January 2025$1,848
February 2025$1,815
March 2025$1,810
April 2025$1,756
May 2025$1,745
June 2025$1,750
July 2025$1,750
August 2025$1,736
September 2025$1,702
October 2025$1,702
November 2025$1,709
December 2025$1,738
January 2026$1,739
February 2026$1,721
March 2026$1,697
April 2026$1,690
A table of studio rental data trends in Harbor Gateway South
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,495

Schools near The South Bay Apartments

Halldale Elementary School

21514 halldale ave

torrance, CA, 90501

K-5Public
B+

Alta Vista Child Development Center

815 knob hill ave

redondo beach, CA, 90277

PKPublic

Compton Step

417 w alondra blvd

compton, CA, 90220

K-12Public

Hermosa Vista School

417 25th st

hermosa beach, CA, 90254

2-4Public

Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy

38 crest rd w

rolling hills, CA, 90274

K-12Public
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Getting around Torrance near 21220 S Western Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 21220 S Western Ave, Torrance

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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