CATO

1520 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90501

Last Updated: 2 Wks Ago

Details

Property Information

  • Built in 1966
  • 70 units2 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $50

Due at Move-In

  • Administrative Fee
    N/A

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Drive Time
Walk Time
Bike Ride Time
Public Transit

Apartment Features

  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Patio
  • Range

Community Features

  • Courtyard
  • Gated
  • Pool
  • Utilities Included
  • Walk-Up

Map of CATO

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Some public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Fairly bikeable

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Soundscore

Active

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Transit

Airport

Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

15 min Drive

LGB

Airport

Los Angeles International

20 min Drive

LAX

Airport

Bob Hope

44 min Drive

Hollywood Burbank

Moving to Harbor, Torrance, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate CATO proximity to The Plaza, Carson Western Center, and C I Plaza. The Plaza is 0.3 miles away, and Carson Western Center is within a 6 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 50, CATO has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 20.6 miles. Transit options include Del Amo Station and Wardlow Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near CATO are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 5 miles, including Madrona Marsh Preserve & Nature Center and George F. Canyon Preserve & Nature Center.

Airports

Living in Harbor provides easy access to Long Beach (Daugherty Field), located just 16 minutes from CATO. Another nearby airport is Los Angeles International, located 13 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

Washington Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Halldale Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Aspire Junior Collegiate Academy

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

Alexander Fleming Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Ralph Bunche Elementary

Grades K-8

Public

Not rated

Zion Lutheran School

Grades K-8

Private

Not rated

Nativity School

Grades PK-8

Private

Not rated

Ernest P. Willenberg Special Education Center

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Humanities And Arts (HARTS) Academy Of Los Angeles

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Branch Of Hope School

Grades K-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Harbor College Drive: 9 min (5.3 mi)
El Camino College, Torrance Drive: 10 min (5.3 mi)
Cal State Dominguez Hills Drive: 12 min (5.7 mi)
El Camino College, Compton Drive: 16 min (9.1 mi)

About CATO

ATO Apartments is a modern apartment community in the Torrance area of Greater Los Angeles!

Imagine coming home to a retreat that combines comfort with the convenience of city living. Take in the immaculate landscaping as you stroll through the… spacious courtyard and enjoy the light reflecting off the sparkling pool. Secured gated carport parking is one of the benefits you will enjoy while living at CATO Apartments. Our renovated studio, one and two bedroom apartment homes are beautifully sleek and sophisticated. Each is equipped with new appliances, granite countertops, recessed light fixtures, contemporary cabinetry, and designer tile or wood laminate floors. You will enjoy the abundance of natural light that many of these charming apartment homes generously offer. Select units include dishwashers, private patios, and eat-in counter bars.

Centrally located near I-405 and I-110 and within walking distance of bus lines #3 and #6 on Carson Street, CATO Apartments is close to several major employers including Nissan, Honda, Torrance Memorial Hospital, Harbor UCLA Medical Center within walking distance, Allied Signal and Honeywell. CATO is also within a close radius to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as well as to the Port of Los Angeles. Nearby amenities include the Del Amo Fashion Center and Wilson Park, home of the Torrance Farmers Market, as well as an abundance of restaurants within walking distance.

Dive in and embrace California culture to the fullest here at CATO Apartments. Your new home awaits! Learn more about the amenities available.

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