Walteria
An eclectic mix of homes in Torrance
Sidewalks, mature trees and manicured green yards give Walteria a characteristic suburban look. A drive down the quiet streets reveals an eclectic mix of homes, which gives Walteria an older and more established look. No two houses are the same. "It's definitely not cookie-cutter," says Baillie. "There are still a lot of the smaller Craftsman and bungalow homes. I guess the biggest change is that some of those homes are being torn down and replaced with bigger homes or two properties on a lot that owners can rent out." In addition to the early 20th-century styles, a strong Spanish influence can be seen in the ubiquitous red tile roofs and stucco siding found throughout the neighborhood. Prices start at just under $1 million but can exceed $2 million.
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Kids attend highly rated community school
Walteria Elementary and Edward J. Richardson Middle are both graded A by Niche. Another A school, South High School, was previously distinguished as a California Blue Ribbon School.
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Walteria Park and beach access
The weather makes spending time outside a dream. “Walteria has the most temperate climate,” says Lucy Garber, Walteria resident and real estate associate with Re/Max Execs. “We get a nice breeze from the ocean, so it’s consistently very comfortable.” When residents want to get outside, Walteria has its own park. Walteria Park occupies four and a half grassy acres. Residents appreciate the park's playground and game courts, including a baseball diamond and horseshoe pit. The Walteria Senior Citizen’s program operates out of the park and promotes socialization and physical fitness among the older population.Walteria is an ideal spot to explore the peninsula's natural landscape. "You're a few miles from the beach," says Baillie. "A lot of people don't know there's Torrance Beach, and that's where the locals like to go. There's also a bike path you can get on there and ride all the way to Santa Monica." Torrance Beach is 3 miles west and accessible by car, foot or bike. The 20-mile bike path south to Santa Monica runs along the coast.
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Shopping and dining at Vista Plaza and Rolling Hills Plaza
“It’s close to everything,” says Garber. “You are surrounded by shopping and good restaurants.” Vista Plaza sits at Walteria's northern end, providing extensive shopping and dining options. Residents can shop for groceries at the H Mart or Sprouts Farmers Market. Diverse dining options, from Fusion Sushi to McDonald’s, cluster near the shopping center. There is a Whole Foods and Trader Joe's at Rolling Hills Plaza at the neighborhood's southern edge. For eating out, there are upscale choices like Yamaya Japanese Wagyu and Grill to popular chains like Lunasia Dim Sum. Small businesses and local restaurants also dot the residential center of Walteria, including Tucker’s Market & Deli, a popular hole-in-the-wall store. "That's been there since before I was born," says Baillie. "I remember walking there to pick up supplies for my grandmother."
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Pacific Coast Highway access and walkability in Walteria
“It’s very walkable,” says Garber. “Most people just walk around if they’re going out to eat or to grab something from the store. You can’t walk to the beach but can walk everywhere else.” Walk Score gives the Walteria a 79 out of 100 due largely to its sidewalks and residential and commercial space blend. The Pacific Coast Highway runs along the eastern edge of the neighborhood, providing access to one of Torrance’s major roadways. The Torrance Municipal Airport sits opposite Walteria, across the highway. Though it does not offer commercial flights, it can contribute to excess noise. The nearest commercial airport is Los Angeles International, 13 miles north.Walteria experiences a low rate of violent and property crime. The CAP Index Crime Score is only two out of 10, two points lower than the American average of four out of 10.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Susan Jones
Susan Jones
Compass
(562) 667-5456
59 Total Sales
1 in Walteria
$1,375,000 Price
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Nicholas Jones
Nicholas Jones
Compass
(562) 526-6891
58 Total Sales
1 in Walteria
$1,375,000 Price
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Marivel Kuenstler
Marivel Kuenstler
Compass
(562) 246-9516
98 Total Sales
1 in Walteria
$835,000 Price
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Boyd E. Jeffery
Boyd E. Jeffery
Boyd The Broker Real Estate
(424) 552-3986
15 Total Sales
1 in Walteria
$949,000 Price
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Janet Chen
Janet Chen
Keller Williams Palos Verdes
(562) 471-6341
23 Total Sales
1 in Walteria
$1,212,000 Price
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Ryan McKee
Ryan McKee
Responds QuicklyELEVATE REAL ESTATE AGENCY
(951) 476-3967
403 Total Sales
1 in Walteria
$1,730,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lago Seco Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Walteria Park
Seaside Heroes Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
De Portola Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Trails
Ernie Howlett Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Alta Loma Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Walteria | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Walteria Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Walteria, Torrance sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Walteria, Torrance over the last 12 months is $320,000, up 73% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$329,000
Median Sale Price
$320,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$320,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$380,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$193,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
73%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$182
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,532
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1966
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,804
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,385
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,128
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
683
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,223 - $2,822 per month
- Ocean Villas Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 650+ Sq Ft
- 24065 Ocean Ave
- Torrance, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,426
Median Age
45
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$105,688
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$124,201
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.7%
College Graduates
62%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
13''
Average Winter Low Temperature
47°F
Average Summer High Temperature
78°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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