Open Houses in Gardena, CA
If I were searching through open houses in Gardena, I’d remember that the city covers only about 5.9 square miles, so I could line up several stops in one afternoon. The list below refreshes every morning with Gardena homes that have an open house coming up.
This Week’s Open Houses in Gardena
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Saturday, October 3 2 open houses
– 2 pm
$865,000
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,859 sq ft
1021 Topaz Ln, 90247
Listed by Madison Cho, Dream Realty & Investments Inc
– 4 pm
$375,000
2 bd · 2 ba · 905 sq ft
2501 W Redondo Beach Blvd, 90249
Listed by Century 21 Coastal Properties
Sunday, October 4 2 open houses
– 2 pm
$865,000
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,859 sq ft
1021 Topaz Ln, 90247
Listed by Madison Cho, Dream Realty & Investments Inc
– 4 pm
$450,000
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,049 sq ft
15000 Halldale Ave Apt 212, 90247
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty
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What I’d Look For If I Were Buying in Gardena
If I were buying in Gardena, I’d expect the housing stock to be mostly postwar. Census counts put the population at 5,909 in 1940 and 35,943 by 1960, and the median home was built in 1964. I’d look closely at roofs, sewer laterals, electrical panels and any additions that may have been built without permits.
The median home value is $700,600, lower than the metro’s $871,300, and about 49% of homes are owner-occupied. With owners and renters nearly even, I’d expect condos, townhomes and detached houses on the list, and I’d check the property type before planning a route.
From My Notes: Gardena in September 2026
When I pulled the list on September 29, 2026, Gardena had only 3 homes with an open house scheduled, which is a thin week:
- The 3 homes had 4 showings between them.
- They were asking between about $375K and $865K, with a median of $450K.
- Two of the three had 2 bedrooms, and the median size was about 1,049 square feet.
Two of the three sit at or under $450K, so I’d check the condition and property type of each.
Gardena Areas I’d Put on My List
The Original Gardena Valley
The city’s history page traces the first settlement in Gardena Valley to Spencer R. Thorpe in the 1880s, centered near 161st Street and Figueroa Street. City Hall is at 1700 West 162nd Street. I’d start here to get a feel for the older lots before comparing them with streets built later.
Moneta, Strawberry Park and Hermosillo
Gardena was incorporated on September 11, 1930, merging the rural communities of Gardena and Moneta with Strawberry Park. Wikipedia also lists Hermosillo among Gardena’s neighborhoods. Names like these rarely show up on a listing, so I’d rely on cross streets and the map, and I’d ask the listing agent which area a home is in.
Gardena’s Japanese American History
The County of Los Angeles Public Library says Gardena was known as “Berryland” for its strawberries, and that Japanese immigrants leased much of the land where they were grown. The Japanese Association founded the Moneta Japanese Institute at New York and Market streets in 1911. In the spring and summer of 1942, the library says, Gardena’s Japanese American residents were removed from the area and sent to wartime camps. The Gardena Valley Japanese Cultural Institute, founded in 1967 as the successor to Moneta Gakuen, holds an annual Day of Remembrance for the incarceration and runs a heritage center with a library. If I were touring nearby, I’d add the institute’s heritage center to my day.
Gardena Willows Wetland Preserve
In the southeast corner of the city, this 13.6-acre preserve is a remnant of the Dominguez Slough, a marsh where water seeps up all year. I’d use it as a landmark for a southeast route, and I’d ask about drainage and any flood-zone requirements for a nearby home.
Gardena Housing at a Glance
These figures cover the whole city, so they blend the older central streets with newer development.
| Measure | Gardena | Los Angeles metro |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 59,422 | 12,974,487 |
| Median value of owner-occupied homes | $700,600 | $871,300 |
| Median year homes were built | 1964 | 1969 |
| Homes that are owner-occupied | 49% | 48% |
| Average commute to work | 29.3 min | 29.5 min |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates for 2020 to 2024. Metro is the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area.
Getting Around Gardena
Gardena is close to several freeways but has none running through it, so I’d note these facts:
- The city says it has access to the 405, 105, 710, 110 and Artesia (91) freeways. State Route 91 touches the city boundary, and the 110 and 405 pass within about half a mile of it.
- There is no Metro Rail station in Gardena. The nearest rail is the C Line’s Harbor Freeway station, at the 105 and 110 interchange.
- The J Line busway stops at Rosecrans Avenue, but that station is in Los Angeles, not Gardena.
- The city says LAX and downtown Los Angeles are each about 15 minutes away, and Long Beach airport and the ports about 20 minutes.
Gardena’s own bus system, GTrans, links to regional bus service and to Metrolink and Amtrak, according to the city. The average commute for workers is 29.3 minutes against the metro’s 29.5, and about 10% work from home. I’d still time the drive from any address I liked.
How I’d Plan an Open House Day in Gardena
There were too few showings on September 29, 2026 to see a day or start-time pattern yet.
Since the city is small, the main delay would be traffic on the streets between stops, not distance. I’d check each end time and leave a short buffer.
I’d also expect warm afternoons in summer, since Gardena sits inland from the beach, so I’d start with homes with large yards and bring water.
Gardena Open House FAQ
Is Gardena a city or an unincorporated area?
Gardena is an incorporated city. It was incorporated in 1930 and has its own city government. Athens, Alondra Park and Harbor Gateway border it but aren’t part of it.
How close is Gardena to the freeways?
The city says it has access to the 405, 105, 710, 110 and 91. Only the 91 touches the city boundary, so I’d check the drive from each address to the on-ramp.
How much is a typical home in Gardena?
The Census Bureau’s 2020 to 2024 estimate for owner-occupied homes is $700,600, which is below the metro median of $871,300.
Can I get to Gardena open houses by Metro Rail?
Not directly. No Metro Rail station sits inside the city, and the closest is the C Line’s Harbor Freeway station. I’d plan on driving or a bus connection.
How often is the Gardena list updated?
Every morning. As Gardena open houses are scheduled they appear on the list, and past ones are removed.
Do I need an agent to go to an open house in Gardena?
No. Showing up on your own is normal at an open house. Some hosts ask for a name and phone number at the door.
