
Torrance, California 90505
Analysis of 3918 W 242nd Street, Torrance, California 90505 is currently available with a list price of $1,349,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Torrance Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Built in 2019, this newer-construction home is less than 10 years old and in mint condition. It features a chef's kitchen with marble countertops, designer bathrooms with rain showers, and modern systems including a tankless water heater, central A/C, and smart home technology.
Elementary School: Walteria Elementary School (9/10). High School: South High School (9/10).
Built in 2019 and meticulously maintained, this home features high-end designer finishes, smart home technology, and energy-efficient systems including a tankless water heater and central A/C.
Ideally situated directly across from a park and library, the property is zoned for top-tier schools including South High and Walteria Elementary, offering exceptional lifestyle convenience.
With 1,560 square feet of living space, the home may feel slightly restrictive for buyers prioritizing large communal areas or expansive secondary bedrooms.
Despite its independent feel, the property is a condominium with a shared wall and a $250 monthly association fee, which may not appeal to those seeking a fully detached, fee-simple lot.
Welcome to this beautifully maintained, barely lived-in newer-construction front-unit townhome in the highly desirable Walteria neighborhood, offering the space, privacy, and comfort of a single-family residence. Ideally located directly across from a neighborhood park and the Walteria Library, this light-filled home is truly move-in ready and showcases thoughtful designer finishes throughout. Set behind a lush privacy hedge, the front-facing residence enjoys exceptional separation with only one shared wall, while the remainder of the structure is free-standing. The open and airy floor plan is filled with natural light and designed for both comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The chef's kitchen features distinctive scalloped-edge Violeta marble countertops, a center island with a built-in dining bench, smart motorized pop-up outlets, and a breakfast bar. Upstairs, all bedrooms are thoughtfully situated on the same level, including a spacious primary suite with soaring ceilings, a generous walk-in closet, and a private balcony. A versatile loft provides additional space ideal for a home office, study area, or playroom. Modern amenities include a tankless water heater, whole-house water filtration system, smart thermostat, forced-air heating, and central A/C. The bathrooms are enhanced by designer plumbing fixtures and rain showers, while a hardwired ADT security system with sensors on every window and door provides added peace of mind. The private yard offers ample space for outdoor dining, lounging, gardening, and grilling, with ambient string lighting creating an inviting setting for relaxing or entertaining. Additional highlights include an attached two-car garage with extensive built-in storage, a desirable Walteria location near shopping, dining, schools, and convenient freeway access. Offering the privacy and feel of a single-family home with the benefits of newer construction and modern townhome living, this exceptional residence is truly move-in ready.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.5 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.1 mi
Grades 6-8 • 0.8 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,560 | 1,094.366 |
| Lot Size | 4,669 | 178,924.561 |
| Price | $1.35M | $606.4K |
| Price per sq ft | $865 | $576 |
| Built year | 2019 | 1982 |
| HOA | $250.0 | $542 |
| Days on market | 8 | 66 |
Sep 1, 2026
$1,349,000
Initial Listing
Mar 27, 2025
$1,350,000
Public Record
May 6, 2020
$935,000
Public Record