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Gardena is a South Bay Los Angeles County city of roughly 58,000 people, historically home to one of the largest Japanese American populations of any U.S. city outside Honolulu and today one of the most ethnically diverse cities in California. Densely built at just under 6 square miles, it sits centrally in the South Bay near LAX and the 91/110 freeways.
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1315 Magnolia Avenue 00 01Gardena, CA
Diversity
One of California's most ethnically diverse cities, with roughly 26% Asian, 24% White, and 21% Black residents — reflected in the city's long-running Japanese American community and cultural institutions.
Schools
Gardena High School, established in 1907, is the city's longtime public high school.
Central location
Sits near the 91 and 110 freeways and close to LAX, making it a practical base for South Bay and Westside commutes alike.
Value
Median household income around $84,800 — generally more affordable than neighboring beach cities like Redondo Beach or Torrance.
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Renter Tips for Gardena
Gardena runs its own Rent Mediation and Hearing Procedures program (in place since 1987): landlords must give 30 days' notice for rent increases of 10% or less, or 90 days' notice above that, and tenants can request mediation through the City Manager's office if they believe an increase is unreasonable.
Rental Market in Gardena, CA
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Does Gardena have rent control?
Gardena does not have traditional rent control, but it does run a Rent Mediation and Hearing Procedures program: landlords must give 30 days' notice for increases of 10% or less, or 90 days' notice for larger increases, and tenants can request mediation through the City Manager's office.
Is Gardena close to LAX?
Yes — Gardena sits just a few miles southeast of LAX, making it a practical, generally more affordable base for anyone who needs regular airport access.
What is Gardena known for?
Gardena has one of the largest Japanese American communities of any city outside Honolulu and is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in California, reflected in its restaurants, temples, and cultural institutions.
How many rentals are available in Gardena, CA, and what's the average rent?
There is currently 1 rental home listed in Gardena, CA on EMLAKIE. Check back soon — a reliable market average needs a few more listings here.
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