South Torrance
Modern suburbia
The local housing inventory is typical for the South Bay. There are a few pleasantly updated condos and townhouses to the north, but most of the neighborhood's residential blocks are lined with mid-century ranch-style homes and new traditional two-story homes. Driving along its quiet streets, you'll see restful shade trees and stately palms, well-maintained yards, and a variety of both native plant and flower gardens. This suburban dreamscape comes at a cost, of course. While home prices in the neighborhood don't hit the highs seen closer to the coast, it's still rare for single-family homes to sell for less than a million. If you're looking for something with more than 2,000 square feet of floor space, expect to pay somewhere between $1.5 and $2 million.Great educational options
Despite the beautiful nearby parks and beaches and convenient shopping, if you ask a South Torrance resident what the neighborhood's biggest draw is, there's a good chance they'll point to the highly-rated local public schools. Seaside Elementary and Calle Mayor Middle School both have an 8-out-of-10 rating on GreatSchools, while South Torrance's own South High School has a rare 10-out-of-10 rating on the site.Lago Seco Park
Locals looking to get outside typically head westward to Torrance County Beach or south to the expansive green spaces of the Palo Verde Peninsula. But when they feel like sticking closer to home, they have the spacious and well-manicured Lago Seco Park, home to a playground, athletic courts and fields, and the Torrance Community Garden.Bowling and recreation
Those looking for a bit of indoor fun can check out the lanes or the laser tag at popular old-school bowling alley Gable House Bowl — or they can head a couple of blocks up the road to Del Amo Fashion Center, the 6th largest mall in the US, and spend an afternoon window shopping.Nearby shops and restaurants
While South Torrance's interior is almost exclusively residential, the roads that border it are home to a wealth of retail and dining options. When it's time to get groceries, locals have their pick of supermarkets: for everyday ingredients, there's a Ralph's; for organic fare, there's a Sprouts, and if you're in search of specialty items, there's even an outpost of beloved Korean grocer H Mart. Restaurant options run the gamut from the authentic yakitori hut Koshiji to well-loved Korean eatery Cho Dang Tofu, to the classic Cali-Mex at El Torito. After dinner, it's not uncommon for locals to swing by Torrance Tavern for a drink and maybe some trivia or karaoke.
Getting around South Bay
South Torrance is served by several major roadways, including Hawthorne Boulevard, which is one of the main arterial roads providing residents with direct access to shopping centers, schools, and medical facilities. Public transportation is readily available through Torrance Transit, which offers reliable bus services connecting the neighborhood to key destinations across Torrance and neighboring cities. For those commuting to employment hubs in Los Angeles or Long Beach, the proximity to the I-405 freeway is a significant advantage, reducing travel time and connecting residents to a broader transportation network.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Boyd E. Jeffery
Boyd The Broker Real Estate
(424) 552-3986
15 Total Sales
1 in South Torrance
$1,525,000 Price
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Noelle Hofmann
Fathom Realty Group Inc.
(562) 418-5159
32 Total Sales
1 in South Torrance
$1,200,000 Price
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Janet Chen
Keller Williams Palos Verdes
(562) 471-6341
23 Total Sales
1 in South Torrance
$1,185,000 Price
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Barbara Ratcliffe
BRG Realty
(669) 202-4186
7 Total Sales
1 in South Torrance
$1,100,000 Price
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Lynn Lord
Estate Properties
(562) 582-8571
51 Total Sales
2 in South Torrance
$1.2M - $1.7M Price Range
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Melinda Brock
Responds QuicklyEstate Properties
(424) 488-1665
53 Total Sales
1 in South Torrance
$660,000 Price
Schools
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Torrance | US |
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Homicide | 1 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
Robbery | 2 | 4 |
Burglary | 3 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
Larceny | 4 | 4 |
Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Torrance Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Torrance, Torrance sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South Torrance, Torrance over the last 12 months is $600,000, up 45% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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