Lynwood is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States of America. As of 2007, the city had a total population of 72,984. Lynwood is located near South Gate and Compton in the southern portion of the Los Angeles Basin. Incorporated in 1921, the city's name was first applied to the local dairy for Miss Lynn Wood Sessions, wife of the owner. The local railroad station and subdivision were later named after the dairy. Lynwood apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Lynwood apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.