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1520 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 928-9719
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CATO

1520 W Carson St
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 928-9719
CATO in Torrance, CA - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,325-$1,975Pricing
  • 595–695Square Feet

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.

CATO is located in the Harbor Neighborhood and 90501 Zip code of Torrance, CA. This community is professionally managed by The Real Estate Connection

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

CATO offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,995 and having 595–695 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Studio, 1 bath

    Studio, 1 Bath
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnit
    From $1,325Call for AvailabilityStudio, 1 bath

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Heating
    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Granite Countertops
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,325 - $1,425
  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 bath

    1 Bed, 1 Bath
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnit
    From $1,575Call for Availability1 Bed, 1 bath

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Heating
    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Granite Countertops
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,575 - $1,775

    Deluxe 1 Bedroom R ***$500 MOVE IN SPECIAL***

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 595 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $1,995Available Now1 Bed, 1 bath595$995

    Unit Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Range

    Unit Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,995

    Deposit

    • $995 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,995
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Beds, 1 bath

    2 Beds, 1 Bath
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnit
    From $1,800Call for Availability2 Beds, 1 bath

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Heating
    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Granite Countertops
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,800 - $1,975

    2X1 R

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 695 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $2,545Available Now202695$1,495

    Unit 202 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Range

    Unique Features

    • water sewer

    Unit 202 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,545

    Deposit

    • $1,495 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,545
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 70 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 1966

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Administrative Fee$0
Application Fee Per Applicant$39

Other Fees

Parking Fees

Covered

Parking Fee$0/mo
Parking Fee$0/mo

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • Fees Not Specified
Restrictions:

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.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Recycling
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Walk Up

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard
  • Gated

Recreation and Fitness

  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Windows
  • Heating

Kitchen Amenities

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Granite Countertops
Google Map

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1520 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90501

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday8:00 am–6:00 pm
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayBy Appointment

Getting Around

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about CATO

Where is CATO located?

CATO is located at 1520 W Carson St near the Harbor area of Torrance, CA

What is the current rent range at CATO?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at CATO currently range from $1,995 to $2,545

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for CATO are
  • Monday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday By Appointment
  • Sunday By Appointment

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Great Value3.8

    The CATO Apartments are 31.37% cheaper than the average apartment in the Harbor area, and 40.73% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Harbor Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,325$1,720-$395-23.0%
    1 Bedroom$1,575$2,350-$775-33.0%
    2 Bedroom$1,800$2,909-$1,109-38.1%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Torrance

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,325$2,004-$679-33.9%
    1 Bedroom$1,575$2,604-$1,029-39.5%
    2 Bedroom$1,800$3,518-$1,718-48.8%

    Methodology: On 12/02/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 589 other apartment communities in the immediate area around CATO (Harbor), and 4061 other apartment communities in Torrance using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 12/02/2025

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Nearby Schools

Halldale Elementary

Los Angeles Unified
21514 Halldale Avenue
Public School - Grades K-5 (447 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
5/10

Alexander Fleming Middle

Los Angeles Unified
25425 Walnut Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1085 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.8 miles away
7/10

Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High

Los Angeles Unified
24300 W.ern Ave.
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1731 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away
6/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from CATO.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Randy's Donuts

805 West Manchester Boulevard
21 minute drive / 9.95 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Autozone

1433 W Carson St
1 minute drive / 0.21 miles away

Lowe's

22255 S Western Ave
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

Walgreens

22930 S Western Ave
2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Harbor College

1111 Figueroa Place
7 minute drive / 3.35 miles away

California State University, Dominguez Hills

1000 E Victoria St
7 minute drive / 3.48 miles away

El Camino College - Torrance Campus

16007 Crenshaw Boulevard
8 minute drive / 4.11 miles away

Groceries

Ralphs

1770 W Carson St
1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

Whole Foods

2645-2667 Pacific Coast Hwy
6 minute drive / 3.15 miles away

Trader Joe's

19720 Hawthorne Blvd
7 minute drive / 3.42 miles away

Hospitals

Harbor - Ucla Medical Center

1000 W Carson St
1 minute drive / 0.33 miles away

Torrance Memorial Medical Center

3330 Lomita Blvd
5 minute drive / 2.78 miles away

Del Amo Behavioral Health System

23700 Camino Del Sol
6 minute drive / 2.87 miles away

Military Bases

Naval Reservation

8 minute drive / 3.91 miles away

Los Angeles Air Force Base

15 minute drive / 7.34 miles away

Fort MacArthur

16 minute drive / 7.83 miles away

Restaurants and Dining

555 East American Steakhouse

555 East Ocean Blvd.
16 minute drive / 7.89 miles away

Shopping Centers

Carson Normandie Plaza

1141-1247 W Carson St
1 minute drive / 0.23 miles away

The Plaza

1528 W Carson St
1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away

Royal Plaza

1001 W Carson St
1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

CATO has 5 shopping centers within 0.5 miles.

Transit Stations

Del Amo Station-Blue Line

20281 S Santa Fe Ave
11 minute drive / 5.26 miles away

Artesia Station-Blue Line

262 S Auto Dr
11 minute drive / 5.47 miles away

Wardlow Station-Blue Line

W Wardlow Rd
12 minute drive / 6.0 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Torrance Studio Apartments $2,004$958$3,800
Torrance 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,604$1,288$6,300
Torrance 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,518$1,621$8,200
Torrance 3 Bedroom Apartments $5,438$2,799$10,000+
Torrance 4 Bedroom Apartments $6,790$4,500$10,000+

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