1754 W 242nd Place
Torrance, CA, 90501
$1,250,000
MLS: SB26043677
Beds
4
Baths
3
Sq Ft
1,943
Lot
0.16 ac
Year Built
1954
MLS #
SB26043677
Days on Market
11
Listed
Mar 26, 2026
Description
TREMENDOUSLY TORRANCE! Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom mid-century home in Southeast Torrance, located in the award-winning Torrance Unified School District. This spacious single-level residence offers 1,943 sqft of living space on a 7,078 sqft lot and features stunning wooden beams on the ceiling, three cozy fireplaces, and a kitchen with granite countertops that flows into the family area. Recent upgrades, including a new HVAC duct, tankless water heater, new roof, piping insulation, and upgraded bathroom vanities, make this home truly turn-key. Enjoy outdoor living with a covered front porch, an expansive backyard ideal for relaxation and entertaining, and an electric gate for added security. Conveniently located just minutes from Torrance Beach, Redondo Beach Pier, Del Amo Fashion Center, and Wilson Park, this home provides easy access to LAX, SoFi Stadium, the Kia Forum, and major freeways. Experience the vibrant South Bay lifestyle with dining, shopping, and recreational options right at your doorstep!
Location
Torrance, Los Angeles County, CA 90501
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Kevin DaSilva · eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles, Inc.
Payment estimate
$9,196
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $125,000 · Loan: $1,125,000
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.52% as of Jun 11, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $7,126
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,302
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $469
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Today's Rates
As of Jun 11, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.52%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.84%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
About the area · Mike Watson
About the Antelope Valley
The Antelope Valley spans Lancaster, Palmdale, Quartz Hill, Rosamond, Lake Los Angeles, California City, Edwards AFB, and the Plant 42 aerospace corridor. Mike Watson is a lifelong AV resident and the #1 producing individual Realtor in the region by transaction count. Every active listing on this site is paired with a free market analysis tailored to the specific street, honest financing guidance (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable loans where the financing supports it), and side-by-side comparisons against the rest of the active inventory in your target ZIP.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Torrance home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $43,750 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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