NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5002 Paseo de Las Tortugas Torrance, CA 90505

Riviera Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,676,000 - $1,973,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,978 Sq Ft
$922/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 18, 2019

Last sale price $1,177,500 $595 Per Sq Ft

Est. 55% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,804/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Park
  • Riviera Elementary School Rated A
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2-minute walk to Los Arboles Park

About This Home

As of October 2019

Situated on a premier lot in one of the Hollywood Riviera’s most desirable sections, this home has it all. Just down the street is Rocket Ship Park, this gorgeous single level home boasts 2 separate family rooms, 3 generously sized bedrooms and 2 updated bathrooms. Lots of natural light and both dining and breakfast nook for those delicious meals or dinner parties. Additionally, the main living room with Cherry floors and custom built-ins has a spectacular entertainers bar for those weekend gatherings or just an evening night cap. This beautiful home has not one, but two fireplaces. Top-rated schools nearby and convenient shopping just blocks away make this home a perfect choice. Freshly painted and air-conditioned, all you have to do is bring your toothbrush and settle in to this peaceful neighborhood. Priced to sell, this one won’t last.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Greg Geilman

DOMO Real Estate License #01788567 Listed on: 09/11/2019

Co-Listed By

Robert Freedman

DOMO Real Estate License #00711607

Last Buyer's Agent

Melissa Okabe

Alta Properties License #02036508

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,487

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 6,887 Sq Ft Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned TORR-LO

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,978 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Entryway
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Attic

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 201
  • Tax Tract Number 22024
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7532013015

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,487

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: No
  • Zoning: TORR-LO
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 7532013015
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1978.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 595.30
  • Room Type: Attic, Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Garden
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6887.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1581

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6887.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 6513.02
  • Tax Lot: 201
  • Tax Tract Number: 22024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 2025
Sold by
Tanaka Keith S and Tanaka Shirley Lee
Bought by
Tanaka Family Trust and Tanaka
Current Estimated Value
$1,824,360

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2019
Closed on
Oct 10, 2019
Sold by
Rutkoskie Toni and 2017 James
Bought by
Tanaka Keith and Tanaka Shirley L
Seller's Agent
Greg Geilman
DOMO Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Melissa Okabe
Alta Properties
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,177,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,500
-1.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.53%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2017
Sold by
Rutkoskte James
Bought by
Rutkoskie James V and Rutkoskie Toni

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 1999
Sold by
Rutkoskie James V and Rutkoskie Toni
Bought by
Rutkoskie James

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$362,000
Interest Rate
7.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 12, 1996
Sold by
Rutkoskie Patricia L and Rutkoskie James V
Bought by
Rutkoskie James

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$207,000
Interest Rate
7.01%
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
Tanaka Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Tanaka Keith $1,177,500 California Title Company
Rutkoskie James V -- None Available
Rutkoskie James -- Old Republic Title Company
Rutkoskie James -- Orange Coast Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Rutkoskie James $362,000
Previous Owner Rutkoskie James $207,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/18/2019 10/18/19 Sold $1,177,500 -1.9% $595 / Sq Ft
09/23/2019 09/23/19 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2019 09/11/19 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $607 / 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 $14,487 $1,287,764 $1,030,213 $257,551
2024 $14,487 $1,262,514 $1,010,013 $252,501
2023 $14,217 $1,237,759 $990,209 $247,550
2022 $14,027 $1,213,491 $970,794 $242,697
2021 $13,780 $1,189,698 $951,759 $237,939
2019 $1,906 $137,567 $68,321 $69,246
2018 $1,779 $134,871 $66,982 $67,889
2016 $1,678 $129,635 $64,382 $65,253
2015 $1,642 $127,688 $63,415 $64,273
2014 $1,612 $125,187 $62,173 $63,014
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SB19177109

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 7532-013-015