NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,700,000 - $1,780,000

8 Beds
4 Baths
3,260 Sq Ft
$534/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 31, 2024

Last sale price $1,700,000 $521 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,693/month

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Airplane Hangar
  • Open Floorplan
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Fern Elementary School Rated A
  • Dual Staircase
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of August 2024

Huge price reduction! This is 1737 and 1739 Fern Ave. Welcome to the Prime Torrance Gardens Duplex, a rare gem in the heart of Torrance offering two standalone units on a lot – the epitome of what every homeowner and investor dreams of. This property boasts two detached units, each with its private yard, providing the perfect blend of comfort and privacy.
The front unit is a spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom dwelling featuring a private laundry room and an oversized detached 2-car garage. Recently renovated with new windows, floors, baths, and a modern kitchen, this unit is a true sanctuary. This unit offers a lucrative investment opportunity.
The second unit offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a private yard, complete with a 2-car garage and private laundry area. This home sits over the 2 garages. This unit is currently rented at $2,970 per month ($35,640 per year), adding to the property's overall rental income.
Rear unit is currently Rented. The long-term stability of this investment is evident through the tenure of the current tenant, the 3-bedroom unit tenants for over an impressive 22 years.
This Torrance Gardens Duplex presents a unique opportunity for investors, homeowners, and those seeking a multi-generational living arrangement. Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional property in a highly desirable location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bruce Ellison

Estate Properties Brokerage Phone: 310-710-1444 License #00594480 Listed on: 06/15/2024

Estate Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Vidya Naik

Estate Properties License #00899743

Estate Properties

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,334

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 7,501 Sq Ft Lot
  • No Common Walls
  • East Facing Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway Level

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Slab Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Interior Block Wall
  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,260 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Dual Staircase
  • Built-In Features
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Blinds
  • Living Room
  • Center Hall
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 8 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 4 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Wall Furnace
  • Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Airplane Hangar
  • Suburban Location

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tenant pays for cable TV, electricity, gas, telephone
  • Legal Lot and Block 3 / 14
  • Tax Tract Number 2761
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7359020054

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2 Buildings
  • 2 Units

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Building Details

  • 2 Separate Electric Meters
  • 2 Separate Gas Meters
  • 1 Separate Water Meter
  • Gardener Expense $1,080
  • Insurance Expense $2,048
  • Trash Expense $1,955
  • Water Sewer Expense $1,632
  • Operating Expense $6,715
  • Gross Income $85,925
  • Net Operating Income $85,925

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,334

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Inclusions: Appliances for all units
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • View: No
  • Water Sewer Expenses: 1632.00
  • Zoning: R2
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Gardener Expense: 1080.00
  • Parcel Number: 7359020054
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: 2 Staircases, Block Walls, Built-in Features, Granite Counters, In-Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 521.47
  • Room Type: Attic, Center Hall, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bedroom
  • Window Features: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: East
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Other Structures: Airplane Hangar
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block, Wood
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Materials: Drywall Walls, Frame, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Concrete, Driveway Level, Garage Faces Side, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Range, Water Heater
  • Electric: Electricity - On Property
  • Heating Type: Central, Wall Furnace
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Closet, Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Trash Expense: 1955.00
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Sidewalks, Suburban

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Level with Street, Lot 6500-9999, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7501.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1722

Rental Info

  • Tenant Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas, Telephone

Multi Family

  • Gross Income: 85925.00
  • Gross Scheduled Income: 92640.00
  • Gross Spendable Income: 85925.00
  • Insurance Expense: 2048.00
  • Lot Size Area: 7501.0000 Square Feet
  • Net Operating Income: 85925.00
  • Number Of Separate Electric Meters: 2
  • Number Of Separate Gas Meters: 2
  • Number Of Separate Water Meters: 1
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Number With Dishwasher: 1
  • Number With Disposal: 2
  • Number With Range: 2
  • Number With Refrigerator: 2
  • Operating Expense: 6715.00
  • Rent Control: No
  • Total Expenses: 6715.00

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 14
  • Tax Census Tract: 6508.01
  • Tax Lot: 3
  • Tax Tract Number: 2761

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 15, 2024
Closed on
Aug 23, 2024
Sold by
Ellison Living Trust and Ellison Bruce
Bought by
Unified Investments V Llc
Seller's Agent
Bruce Ellison
Estate Properties
Buyer's Agent
Vidya Naik
Estate Properties
List Price
$1,760,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,000
-3.41%
Views
21
Current Estimated Value
$1,742,384

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$42,384
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.15%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Unified Investments V Llc $1,700,000 Fidelity National Title
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/31/2024 08/31/24 Sold $1,700,000 +0.3% $521 / Sq Ft
08/10/2024 08/10/24 Pending -- -- --
07/31/2024 07/31/24 Price Changed $1,695,000 -3.7% $520 / Sq Ft
06/15/2024 06/15/24 For Sale $1,760,000 -- $540 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,334 $1,700,000 $1,000,000 $700,000
2024 $6,334 $515,328 $195,611 $319,717
2023 $6,223 $505,225 $191,776 $313,449
2022 $6,140 $495,319 $188,016 $307,303
2021 $6,016 $485,608 $184,330 $301,278
2019 $5,846 $471,206 $178,863 $292,343
2018 $5,607 $461,967 $175,356 $286,611
2016 $5,332 $444,031 $168,548 $275,483
2015 $5,218 $437,362 $166,017 $271,345
2014 $5,094 $428,795 $162,765 $266,030
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PV24120938

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 7359-020-054