NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3630 1/2 Newton St Unit 21 Torrance, CA 90505

Walteria Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $826,000 - $922,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,413 Sq Ft
$617/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 22, 2017

Last sale price $580,000 $410 Per Sq Ft

Est. 50% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,766/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • 40,514 Sq Ft lot
  • Property is near a park
  • Walteria Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture

About This Home

As of February 2017

Beautiful 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath + OFFICE! Located in the highly desirable Walteria neighborhood of South Torrance, this 2 – level townhome has much to offer. The main level provides laminate wood floors for low maintenance, dual paned windows, recessed lighting and offers a wonderful open floor plan. The living room features a stunningly designed gas fireplace with court-yard view and opens to the separate dining area which looks out to a small private patio. An updated kitchen, which looks out through the office, offers Corian counters, S/S Appliances and laundry area, just to name a few. A separate Office/Den/Guest room provides direct access to the units outdoor patio and a view of the landscaped common area. A half-bath is conveniently located between the Office and the Living room. Upstairs, are 3 spacious bedrooms with 2 walk-in closets and 1 mirrored closet. The master suite features a large walk-in closet, outdoor balcony with a view of landscaping and hillside, and direct access to the master bath. This unit comes with 2 parking spaces and storage, and is conveniently located next to the parking access stairwell. North Hills is a gated and well-maintained complex of 25 units that offers serene landscaping, pool, spa and park-like area, in addition to its proximity of local schools, restaurants, shops and parks.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Lockwood

Estate Properties License #01269205 Listed on: 01/06/2017

Co-Listed By

Sarah Paris

Estate Properties License #01498894

Last Buyer's Agent

Catherine Kim

Team Spirit Realty Inc License #01919481

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,540

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 0.93 Acre Lot
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Wood Fence
  • Block Wall Fence

HOA Fees

  • $425 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Shared Driveway
  • Community Parking Structure

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shake Siding
  • Copper Plumbing

Interior Spaces

  • 1,413 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • L-Shaped Dining Room
  • Den
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Corian Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Home Security

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Concrete Porch or Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Suburban Location

Schools

  • Walteria Elementary School
  • Richardson Middle School
  • South High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Sewer Paid
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 25580
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7547003040

Community Details

Overview

  • Master Insurance
  • North Hills Association, Phone Number (310) 325-1110
  • Maintained Community

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Pet Restriction

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,540

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$425 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Other Phone Description: Assistant
  • Other Phone Number: 3104064198
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: TORR-MD
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 7547003040
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1413.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Copper Plumbing Full, Corian Counters, Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet, Vinyl
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Dining Ell
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 410.47
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Den, Galley Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Association, In Ground
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Deck, Patio
  • Pool Features: Association, Community, In Ground
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Shake Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Community Structure, Covered, Shared Driveway, Subterranean
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen, Inside
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Water, Dues Paid Monthly, Pet Rules, Controlled Access, Hot Water
  • Association Fee: 425.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: North Hills
  • Phone: (310) 325-1110
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Street Lights, Suburban

Schools

  • School District: Torrance Unified
  • Elementary School: Walteria
  • Middle School: Richardson
  • High School: South High
  • Elementary School: Walteria
  • High School: South High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Richardson
  • Elementary School #2: WALTER
  • High School2: SOUHIG

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Park Nearby
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 40514.00

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 6514.02
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 25580

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2017
Closed on
Jan 20, 2017
Sold by
Fukuhara Ted T
Bought by
Lyu Steven and Lyu Amy
Seller's Agent
Julie Lockwood
Estate Properties
Buyer's Agent
Catherine Kim
Team Spirit Realty Inc
List Price
$565,000
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
2.65%
Current Estimated Value
$871,733

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$291,733
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.70%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 2016
Sold by
Fukuhara Ted
Bought by
Fukuhara Ted T and Fukuhara Kimberly H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2011
Sold by
Lesiewicz Richard D
Bought by
Fukuhara Ted

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$304,800
Interest Rate
4.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 29, 1996
Sold by
Lesiewicz Helen Rozella
Bought by
Lesiewicz Helen Rozella
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
Lyu Steven $580,000 Fatcola
Fukuhara Ted T -- Lawyers Title Sd
Fukuhara Ted $381,000 Lawyers Title
Lesiewicz Helen Rozella -- --
Lesiewicz Richard D -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lyu Steven $368,000
Closed Lyu Steven $380,000
Closed Lyu Steven $400,000
Previous Owner Fukuhara Ted T $292,000
Previous Owner Fukuhara Ted $304,800
Previous Owner Lesiewicz Richard D $150,000
Previous Owner Lesiewicz Richard D $115,700
Previous Owner Lesiewicz Richard D $115,000
Previous Owner Lesiewicz Richard D $25,000
Previous Owner Lesiewicz Richard D $76,000
Previous Owner Lesiewicz Richard D $75,000
Previous Owner Lesiewicz Richard D $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/22/2017 02/22/17 Sold $580,000 +2.7% $410 / Sq Ft
01/16/2017 01/16/17 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2017 01/06/17 For Sale $565,000 -- $400 / 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 $7,540 $673,135 $368,135 $305,000
2024 $7,540 $659,937 $360,917 $299,020
2023 $7,400 $646,998 $353,841 $293,157
2022 $7,300 $634,312 $346,903 $287,409
2021 $7,165 $621,875 $340,101 $281,774
2019 $6,954 $603,431 $330,014 $273,417
2018 $6,769 $591,600 $323,544 $268,056
2016 $4,637 $404,254 $169,553 $234,701
2015 $4,536 $398,183 $167,007 $231,176
2014 $4,419 $390,384 $163,736 $226,648
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SB16766962

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 7547-003-040