
The Palms
3929 W 242nd St, Torrance, CA 90505
| Monthly Rent | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2,045 | 1 Bed | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1 Bath | 700 sq. ft. |
| View Fees and Policies |
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Palms Garden Apartments the Gem of the South Ba...
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Property Information
- Built in 1961
- 48 units / 2 stories
Fees and 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
- Amenity Fee$0
- Other$0
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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Property Highlights
- 2 laundry rooms with 3 washers and 3 dryers - pay range internet payment method.
- assigned resident parking
- Beautiful pool and barbeque area
- Club House
- club house bathroom while at the pool
- club house table for eating
- club huse microwave for preparing your food while at the pool.
- dog grass for pet owners
- exercise equipment
- outdoor lounges
- outdoor tables for eating
- sewage and trash
- storage for each resident
- Stove and Oven
- water
Apartment Features
- Microwave
- Range
Community Features
- Clubhouse
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Lounge
- Pool
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable70 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable40 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active68 / 100
Transit


Moving to Walteria, Torrance, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate The Palms proximity to Kafco Plaza, Village Center, and Pacific Ocean Center. Kafco Plaza is 0.2 miles away, and Village Center is within a 4 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, The Palms has limited public transit, including 10 transit stops within 25.4 miles. Transit options include Marine/Redondo Station and Douglas/Rosecrans Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near The Palms are plentiful. Discover 3 parks within 3.9 miles, including South Coast Botanic Garden, Madrona Marsh Preserve & Nature Center, and George F. Canyon Preserve & Nature Center.
Airports
Living in Walteria provides easy access to Los Angeles International, located just 22 minutes from The Palms. Another nearby airport is Long Beach (Daugherty Field), located 14.1 miles away.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Bread of Life Church School
Grades K-5
Private
Washington Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Riviera Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Aspire Junior Collegiate Academy
Grades PK-5
Public
Edward J. Richardson Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Ralph Bunche Elementary
Grades K-8
Public
St. Lawrence Martyr Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
Ernest P. Willenberg Special Education Center
Grades 9-12
Public
Los Angeles International School
Grades 9-12
Private
South High School
Grades 9-12
Public
South Bay High School
Grades 6-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Harbor College
Drive: 12 min (5.7 mi)
El Camino College, Torrance
Drive: 12 min (6.6 mi)
Cal State Dominguez Hills
Drive: 20 min (10.5 mi)
Los Angeles Southwest College
Drive: 20 min (10.9 mi)
About The Palms
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.
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.
The Palms is an apartment community in Torrance, CA
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