
About This Property
Housing Authority of the City of Torrance provides 700 units of public housing in Torrance, CA within Los Angeles County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property operates as a housing authority serving the local community.
Waitlist Information
The Housing Authority of the City of Torrance is not accepting applications for any waiting lists, and they are not scheduled to open anytime soon.
Preferences include families (more than one member), disabled, elderly (62+), those who live or work in Torrance (excluding Torrance PO area east of Western Avenue), involuntarily displaced by natural disaster or government action, current or veteran US Armed Forces members/spouses, victims of domestic violence/dating violence/sexual assault/stalking, and households in substandard housing. In November 2025, new HCV waiting list preferences were adopted to prioritize currently assisted Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) families whose assistance is at risk of termination and formerly assisted families whose assistance was terminated in the last 24 months due to lack of program funding.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 19, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Los Angeles County, CA
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,777 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,006 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,544 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,263 |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,600 |
Income Limits - Los Angeles County, CA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,400
- Low (80%)
- $66,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,300
- Low (80%)
- $75,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,200
- Low (80%)
- $85,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,100
- Low (80%)
- $94,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $38,300
- Very Low (50%)
- $63,850
- Low (80%)
- $102,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $41,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $68,600
- Low (80%)
- $109,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $73,300
- Low (80%)
- $117,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $46,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $78,050
- Low (80%)
- $124,900
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $24,850 | $41,400 | $66,250 |
| 2 Persons | $28,400 | $47,300 | $75,700 |
| 3 Persons | $31,950 | $53,200 | $85,150 |
| 4 Persons | $35,450 | $59,100 | $94,600 |
| 5 Persons | $38,300 | $63,850 | $102,200 |
| 6 Persons | $41,150 | $68,600 | $109,750 |
| 7 Persons | $44,000 | $73,300 | $117,350 |
| 8 Persons | $46,800 | $78,050 | $124,900 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Torrance, CA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Los Angeles County, CA is: $1777 (Studio), $2006 (1BR), $2544 (2BR), $3263 (3BR), $3600 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Torrance is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Torrance have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Torrance has a total of 700 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Torrance?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Torrance?+
Housing Authority of the City of Torrance is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3106185840, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Los Angeles County, CA?+
For a 4-person household in Los Angeles County, CA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $35,450, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $59,100, Low Income (80% AMI): $94,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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