$870,000
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
884 Sq Ft
5,002 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 13, 2026

$984 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Arlington Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 1-minute walk to Guenser Park

About This Home

As of July 2026

Welcome to 2005 W. 178th St in Torrance — one of the best values currently available in the area. Situated on a quiet, highly desirable street, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers comfort, convenience, and excellent future potential. The home features a practical floor plan, great natural light, and a warm neighborhood feel. The property may also offer potential for an ADU, giving buyers added flexibility for extended family, rental income, a home office, or long-term investment value. Its prime location puts you right next to an elementary school, a nearby park, local shopping and dining, and easy freeway access, making daily life simple and convenient. Whether you are a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor looking for a smart opportunity in Torrance, this property offers strong value in a sought-after neighborhood. A rare chance to own a well-located home with future upside at one of the best price points in town.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

George Wang

Harvest Realtors, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 310-347-1300 License #01751924 Listed on: 06/11/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Mia Fukumoto

Keller Williams Realty License #02118721

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 5,002 Sq Ft Lot
  • Density is 6-10 Units/Acre

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 884 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Entryway
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Natural Gas Connected

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 71
  • Tax Tract Number 17197
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4096007035
  • $394 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Laundry Facilities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

5,002 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: Stove, Refrigerator, washer & dryer
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 4096007035
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 884.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 984.16
  • Room Type: Entry, All Bedrooms Down
  • Bathroom Features: Shower In Tub, Bathtub, Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
  • Electric: Electricity - On Property
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Street Lights, Storm Drains, Sidewalks, Park

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 6-10 Units/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5002.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1148

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 5002.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 71
  • Tax Tract Number: 17197
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 394.00

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 2023
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 22, 2017
Closed on
Mar 15, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Peggy Higuchi
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Buyer's Agent
George Wang
Harvest Realtors, Inc.
List Price
$535,000
Sold Price
$563,000
Premium/Discount to List
$28,000
5.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.01%
Original Mortgage
$290,000
Interest Rate
4.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$359,200
Interest Rate
3.22%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $563,000 Ticor Title Co
Grant Deed $449,000 Fatcola
Corporate Deed $154,000 First American Title Co
Trustee Deed $145,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $274,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $290,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $466,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $460,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $15,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $359,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/13/2026 07/13/26 Sold $870,000 +2.4% $984 / Sq Ft
06/19/2026 06/19/26 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2026 06/11/26 For Sale $850,000 +51.0% $962 / Sq Ft
03/31/2017 03/31/17 Sold $563,000 +5.2% $637 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/01/2017 03/01/17 Pending -- -- --
02/22/2017 02/22/17 For Sale $535,000 -- $605 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History

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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 $7,603 $653,402 $522,724 $130,678
2024 $7,461 $640,591 $512,475 $128,116
2023 $7,324 $628,031 $502,427 $125,604
2022 $7,227 $615,718 $492,576 $123,142
2021 $7,099 $603,646 $482,918 $120,728
2019 $6,893 $585,745 $468,596 $117,149
2018 $6,689 $574,260 $459,408 $114,852
2017 $6,046 $525,000 $420,200 $104,800
2016 $6,021 $525,000 $420,200 $104,800
2015 $5,214 $456,000 $365,000 $91,000
2014 $4,696 $412,000 $330,000 $82,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SB26125381

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 4096-007-035

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