Old Torrance Real Estate and Homes for Sale

Old Torrance CA Real Estate and Homes for Sale

New Home for Sale in North Torrance

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Welcome home! This home is as charming on the inside as it is on the outside. From the wonderful curb appeal and the great location, to theNorth Torrance homes for sale upgrades and enhancements, 4171 w 172nd Street in Torrance has it all. Drive up the tree lined street and pull up to a beautifully landscaped front yard and shaded front porch in a friendly neighborhood atmosphere. From the moment you enter you’ll notice the open and bright interior with a flexible floorplan to fit every lifestyle. This home boasts many impressive features, including a large open living and dining room with recessed lighting, hardwood floors, and sliders to the backyard and patio. The remodeled and spacious kitchen offers new granite counters, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet space, roomy pantry, in kitchen breakfast area and opens to the living/dining areas. Two bright and beauitiful bedrooms sit off the front side of the home and share a beautifully remodeled full bathroom. The master bedroom addition is a spacious retreat with sliding doors to the backyard and private patio. The master suite offers walk-in closets, recessed lighting, a large master bath with tiled flooring, a beautiful shower and dual sinks. Enjoy the great year round weather in the landscaped grass back yard filled with flowers, fruit trees, and is ready for entertaining in the spacious patio area.

  • 4171 172nd Street, Torrance
  • Priced at $735,000
  • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
  • 1,375 square feet
  • remodeled throughout
  • Grassy front and rear yards

The property located in a great neighborhood of Torrance with easy access to shopping, dining, freeways, the beach and a short distance to the South Bay Galleria.

    

For more information call/text us at 310.251.2344 or email at keith@keithkylehomes.com. We would be happy to set up a tour of the home.

 

November Home Sales in Torrance

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November 2017 was a solid month for home sales in Torrance, CA.  There were 127 homes, townhomes, condos and multi unit properties sold  in the month at a median home price of $675,000 which was a 6.9% increase from the same month a year earlier.

11 of the sales in Torrance in November were homes in the neighborhood of Old Torrance with a median home price of $650,000.

The lowest price of the month was $265,000 for a one bedroom condo with the highest priced sale of the month being $1,550,000 for a 4 bedroom single family home in South Torrance.

To see the sold homes in Torrance CA visit our recent home sales page.

City Homes Sold November 2017 Median November 2016 Median Year over Year % Change%
Carson 58 $495,000 $455,000 8.8%
El Segundo 19 $875,000 $925,000 -5.4%
Gardena 43 $545,000 $490,000 11.2%
Harbor City 17 $510,000 $415,000 23%
Hawthorne 50 $578,000 $540,000 6.9%
Hermosa Beach 21 $1,414,000 $2,038,000 -30.6%
Lawndale 21 $404,000 $411,000 23%
Lomita 17 $575,000 $580,000 -.9%
Long Beach 322 $525,000 $475,000 10.5%
Manhattan Beach 28 $2,875,000 $2,250,000 27.8%
Marina Del Rey 35 $979,000 $1,150,000 -14.9%
Palos Verdes Estates 30 $1,600,000 $1,825,000 -12.3%
Playa Del Rey 16 $665,000 $635,000 4.8%
Rancho Palos Verdes 47 $1,265,000 $1,250,000 1.2%
Redondo Beach 72 $1,105,000 $878,000 25.8%
San Pedro 69 $530000 $588,000 -9.8%
Torrance 127 $675,000 $632,000 6.9%
Westchester 38 $1,089,000 $1,050,000 3.7%

Torrance CA Home Sales for October 2017

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October 2017 was a big month for home sales in Torrance with 127 closed sales.  Median home prices through all of Torrance CA was $675,000 which was slightly under 7% gain over October 2016.  The Torrance market has been extremely busy with prices continuing to rise.

City Homes Sold October 2017 Median October 2016 Median Year over Year % Change%
Carson 58 $495,000 $455,000 8.8%
El Segundo 19 $875,000 $925,000 -5.4%
Gardena 43 $545,000 $490,000 11.2%
Harbor City 17 $510,000 $4145,000 23%
Hawthorne 50 $578,000 $540,000 6.9%
Hermosa Beach 21 $1,414,000 $2,038,000 -30.6%
Lawndale 21 $505,000 $411,000 23%
Lomita 17 $575,000 $580,000 -.9%
Long Beach 322 $525,000 $475,000 10.5%
Manhattan Beach 28 $2,875,000 $2,250,000 27.8%
Marina Del Rey 25 $979,000 $1,150,000 14.9%
Palos Verdes Estates 30 $1,600,000 $1,825,000 -12.3%
Play Del Rey 16 $665,000 $635,000 4.8%
Rancho Palos Verdes 47 $1,265,000 $1,250,000 1.2%
Redondo Beach 72 $1,105,000 $878,000 25.8%
San Pedro 69 $530,000 $588,000 -9.8%
Torrance 127 $675,000 $632,000 6.9%
Westchester 38 $1,089,000 $1,050,000 3.7%

Downtown Torrance Winter Wonderland Celebration

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On December 16th the Downtown Torrance Association will be having their winter wonderland celebration in the heart of downtown Torrance.  Shop, eat and play…fun for the whole family.

From their Facebook page:

The Fun begins at 3:00pm with…
Photos with Santa – bring your kids & pets
Santa Letters
Bounce house
Snow globe picture Opp. with Snow!
Music & strolling Victorian carolers
Great Entertainment!
Free crafting activities for kids
Holiday cookie decorating!
Vendors
Gift wrapping booth
Toy Drive – bring your unwrapped toy or gift cards for 1 Life 1 Child – making the holidays brighter for local foster children.(receive 3 Raffle tickets)
Bring an Ornament to help decorate our Community Tree (receive 2 Raffle tickets)
5:00 Tree Lighting Ceremony with Mayor Patrick Furey doing the honors.
Opportunity drawing – win prizes!
(For every $10 you spend as you Shop, Eat & Play in Downtown Torrance, you will receive a raffle ticket from participating Businesses) Opportunity drawing at 5:30 winner need not be present

 

 

Having a Home Inspection on the Purchase of and Old Torrance Home

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Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you will make in your lifetime, so you should be sure that the home you want to buy is in good condition. As many of the homes in Old Torrance are older, it’s especially important to have the home inspected by a reputable home inspector.  A home inspection is an evaluation of a home’s condition by a trained expert. During a home inspection, a qualified inspector takes an in-depth and impartial look at the property you plan to buy. The inspector will:

  • Evaluate the physical condition: the structure, construction and mechanical systems.
  • Identify items that should be repaired or replaced.
  • Estimate the remaining useful life of the major systems (such as electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning), equipment, structure and finishes.

After the inspection is complete, you will receive a written report of the findings from the home inspector, along with photos and details, usually within 1-2 days.

The Bottom Line: Spending Hundreds May Save Thousands  

When you make a written offer on a home, you should insist that the contract state that the offer is contingent on a home inspection conducted by a qualified inspector. You will have to pay for the inspection yourself, but it could keep you from buying a house that will cost you far more in repairs down the road. If you are satisfied with the results of the inspection, then your offer can proceed.

Finding a Qualified Home Inspector

It is the decision of the home buyer what home inspector to use, although your realtor should have some very helpful advice and guidance.

The following sources may help you find a qualified home inspector:

  • Your real estate agent. Most real estate professionals have a list of home inspectors they recommend.
  • State regulatory authorities. Some states require licensing of home inspectors.
  • Professional organizations. Professional organizations may require home inspectors to pass tests and meet minimum qualifications before becoming a member.
  • Phone book yellow pages. Look under “Building Inspection Service” or “Home Inspection Service.”
  • The Internet. Search for “Building Inspection Service” or “Home Inspection Service.”

Home Inspections Are Not Appraisals

A property appraisal is a document that provides an estimate of a property’s market value. Lenders require appraisals on properties prior to loan approval to ensure that the mortgage loan amount is not more than the value of the property. Appraisals are for lenders; home inspections are for buyers.