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Del Amo

Del Amo

$953,728 Average Value
$289 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Convenient community in the heart of Torrance

Del Amo is a small neighborhood in the heart of Torrance, which features some of the best shopping in the area and is just a 10-minute drive from the beach. Its location in central Torrance makes it an ideal landing spot for those looking to get around the city easily; the neighborhood is just north of Torrance Memorial Medical Center, one of the largest employers in the city, and within a short drive of most of the city’s major parks and venues, along with its shopping centers.

Take a stroll at Charles H. Wilson Park in Torrance Heights California.
Take a stroll at Charles H. Wilson Park in Torrance Heights California.
Your kids can enjoy the playground or basketball court at Lago Seco Park in Torrance, CA.
Your kids can enjoy the playground or basketball court at Lago Seco Park in Torrance, CA.
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Condos and midcentury single-family homes

The majority of homes were built in the 1950s and 1960s, during a period of rapid suburban expansion in the South Bay area. There are two types of residential communities within Del Amo. Part of the neighborhood is made up of traditional SoCal residential blocks lined with mid-century homes fronted by small yards and native gardens. The other part is composed of large, gated complexes, which feature modern condos and townhouses in a variety of styles and at a variety of price points. "The communities in the Del Amo area are all well taken care of, the grounds are really nice and attached garages are common," says local Realtor Garrison Comstock of Garrison Team Real Estate, who has worked in the South Bay area for over 12 years. “They can hit all those checklist items families look for." Whether residents are in a single-family home or a condo, if they're in the Del Amo neighborhood, they're within walking distance of a park, and at most a 5-minute drive from excellent shopping and dining. 2-bedroom, 2-bath condos in the neighborhood go for between $500,000 and $750,000, while the neighborhood's single-family homes typically sell for between $800,000 and $1.3 million.

Buy a condo in Torrance Heights California.
Buy a condo in Torrance Heights California.
Rancher style home in Torrance Heights California.
Rancher style home in Torrance Heights California.
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Torrance public schools rated among top of LA County

Most school-age children in Del Amo attend Torrance's public schools, which are generally ranked among the strongest in LA County. Joseph Arnold Elementary School has a 9 out of 10 rating on GreatSchools, while Calle Mayor Middle has an 8 out of 10 rating. South High School has a 9 out of 10 rating and served as the backdrop for the Oscar-winning film American Beauty.

Torrance High School has an overall A rating from niche.
Torrance High School has an overall A rating from niche.
Torrance's public schools are generally ranked among the strongest in LA County.
Torrance's public schools are generally ranked among the strongest in LA County.
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Del Amo Fashion Center is largest in the city

While there are shopping centers scattered throughout central Torrance, the largest retail center in the city, by far, is the Del Amo Fashion Center. The sprawling, three-story mall is the third-biggest in the US, with over 2.5 million square feet of retail space. Locals looking to pick up groceries can stop by Ralph's or pick up specialty ingredients at Mitsuwa Marketplace, which also has its own popular food court. The mall features everything from multiple bookstores and quirky locally owned shops to an impressive roster of cosmetic stores and boutiques. Del Amo Fashion Center is also a great place for a bite, with a variety of well-reviewed restaurants like Taiwanese soup-dumpling specialty shop Din Tai Fung. However, there are also a number of eateries scattered throughout the rest of the neighborhood, including local landmark King's Hawaiian Bakery & Restaurant, which has been rolling out its signature Portuguese sweet rolls for over seventy years.

Madrona Marsh Preserve for outdoor recreation

When it comes to entertainment options in Del Amo, there's obviously a lot to do at the Fashion Center, which offers everything from movies to live performances to Dave & Buster's. But there are also less crowd-intensive options around the neighborhood, like Madrona Marsh Preserve, which features an array of trails and over 150 species of birds, or picturesque Charles H. Wilson Park, home to an impressive playground basketball and tennis courts, batting cages and even a hockey rink.

Getting around South Bay

Transportation in and around Del Amo is primarily car oriented. The neighborhood is well-connected to the regional road network, with easy access to major arterials such as Hawthorne Boulevard and Sepulveda Boulevard. These roads provide direct routes to nearby freeways, including Interstates 405 and 110. Public transportation options in Del Amo are provided by Torrance Transit, which operates several bus routes through the neighborhood. Los Angeles International Airport is 10 miles north of the neighborhood, making it relatively easy for residents to escape LA when necessary.

Torrance Certified Farmers' Market

On Tuesday and Saturday mornings, the Charles H. Wilson Park hosts the Torrance Certified Farmers' Market, one of the most popular markets in the South Bay. "Everyone in the neighborhood goes to the market," says Comstock. "It's really central to the community."

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

21 min drive

Bus

Lomita Bl & Garnier St

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Lomita Bl & Madison St

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Hawthorne Bl & 226th St

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Sepulveda Bl & Madrona Av

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Hawthorne Bl & 230th St

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Lomita Bl & Early Av Medical Center Dr

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Hawthorne Bl & Lomita Bl

Del Amo Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$650,000
Median Sale Price
$291,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$650,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$291,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-33%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$289

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,150
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1963
Months of Supply
2.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,630
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
4,675
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,083
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
982
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Aug 2
    1 - 4pm

    3518 W 228th St, Torrance, CA 90505

    $1,799,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,800 Sq Ft
    • 3518 W 228th St
    • New 1 day ago

    Discover this beautifully remodeled Single-Story home almost 1800 SF on 5300 Sf Lot located in the highly desirable of Torrance. Boasting 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 fully New bathrooms, this home offers both comfort and style. The thoughtfully designed layout includes stunning new kitchen with plenty of cabinets and high ends LG appliances, Large Island, a cozy family room with view of Palos

    Mansour Bigdeli Century 21 Union Realty

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  • Sunday, Aug 3
    1 - 3pm

    22317 Madison St, Torrance, CA 90505

    $1,699,999

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,618 Sq Ft
    • 22317 Madison St

    Welcome to 22317 Madison St, a stunningly renovated single-family home situated in the vibrant community of Torrance, CA. This charming residence covers 1,618 square feet and has been completely transformed with a brand new kitchen, complete with all new appliances, new flooring throughout, updated bathrooms, and a beautifully redone fireplace. The interior is thoughtfully designed with two

    Blair Golden Compass

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  • Sunday, Aug 3
    1 - 4pm

    22817 Nadine Cir Unit A, Torrance, CA 90505

    $685,500

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,117 Sq Ft
    • 22817 Nadine Cir
    • Unit A
    • New 28 days ago

    Welcome home to this completely remodeled condo in the wonderful New Horizons community. The large living space offers two full bedrooms and a den.Relax on one of your two private patios. Walk the grounds and enjoy all the lush green space and beautiful flowers. Play golf, tennis, pickle ball, work out in the modern gym, create in the woodshop and ceramics studio, swim in the two pools,

    Deborah 'Debbie' Lang West Shores Realty, Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,434
Median Age
47
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$85,659
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,066

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
47.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.4%
% Population in Labor Force
55.3%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
13''
Average Winter Low Temperature
47°F
Average Summer High Temperature
78°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

34 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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