NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3538 Emerald St Torrance, CA 90503

West Torrance Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $569,551 - $689,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
792 Sq Ft
$799/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 22, 2018

Last sale price $420,000 $530 Per Sq Ft

Est. 49% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,957/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Loft
  • Balcony
  • Victor Elementary School Rated A
  • Lawn
  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage

About This Home

As of March 2018

Seize this opportunity to buy a complete fixer with all the potential to make it your own! Featuring 2 bedrooms, a loft with a private balcony, and one bathroom, this townhome is located in a well maintained 5 unit complex. This unit has vaulted ceilings, an attached two car garage with laundry hookups, and an additional patio on the first floor. Part of the award-winning Torrance School District, it feeds into Victor Elementary, Jefferson Middle School, and West High School and is conveniently located close to shopping and restaurants. Looking for a fixer? Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to make it your own!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kai Ito

Compass License #01408887 Listed on: 03/01/2018

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Hu

The Realestate Group License #00947965

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,329

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 8,701 Sq Ft Lot
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Lawn

HOA Fees

  • $260 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Fixer Upper

Interior Spaces

  • 792 Sq Ft Home
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Loft
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Victor Elementary School
  • Jefferson Middle School
  • West High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating

Community Details

  • 5 Units
  • Emerald Terrace Homeowner's Association, Phone Number (702) 458-3054
  • Maintained Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 9340
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7524013054

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,329

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$260 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • View: No
  • Zoning: TORR-MH
  • Property Condition: Fixer
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 7524013054
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 792.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: In Living Room
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 530.30
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Loft
  • Bathroom Features: Shower In Tub

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Water, Dues Paid Monthly
  • Association Fee: 260.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Emerald Terrace Homeowner's Association
  • Phone: 702-458-3054
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Torrance Unified
  • Elementary School: Victor
  • Middle School: Jefferson
  • High School: West
  • Elementary School: Victor
  • High School: West
  • Middle Or Junior School: Jefferson
  • Elementary School #2: VICTOR3
  • High School2: WEST

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Lawn
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8701.00

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 5
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 6506.04
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 9340

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 1, 2018
Closed on
Mar 11, 2018
Sold by
Kikuchi Junie
Bought by
Chang Edward K and Chang Su Ying K
Seller's Agent
Kai Ito
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Hu
The Realestate Group
List Price
$395,000
Sold Price
$420,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
6.33%
Current Estimated Value
$624,552

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$204,552

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2009
Sold by
Watanabe Paul Kenzo
Bought by
Watanabe Paul and The Paul Watanabe 2009 Trust
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Chang Edward K $420,000 Ticor Title Company
Watanabe Paul -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/22/2018 03/22/18 Sold $420,000 +6.3% $530 / Sq Ft
03/08/2018 03/08/18 Pending -- -- --
03/01/2018 03/01/18 For Sale $395,000 -- $499 / 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 $3,329 $288,937 $97,602 $191,335
2024 $3,329 $283,273 $95,689 $187,584
2023 $3,269 $277,719 $93,813 $183,906
2022 $3,224 $272,274 $91,974 $180,300
2021 $3,161 $266,936 $90,171 $176,765
2019 $3,069 $259,021 $87,498 $171,523
2018 $2,432 $201,069 $80,319 $120,750
2016 $2,322 $193,263 $77,201 $116,062
2015 $2,272 $190,361 $76,042 $114,319
2014 $2,220 $186,633 $74,553 $112,080
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kai Ito

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Kai Ito

    Compass

    (310) 894-6787

    2 in this area

    83 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Jennifer Hu

    The Realestate Group

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SB18046395

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 7524-013-054

California Los Angeles County Torrance 90503 West Torrance

3538 Emerald St, Torrance, CA

This home is located at 3538 Emerald St, Torrance, CA 90503 since 01 March 2018 and is currently estimated at $632,888, approximately $799 per square foot. This property was built in 1987. 3538 Emerald St is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Victor Elementary School, Jefferson Middle School, and West High School.

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