A rare South Bay offering, this mid century modern jewel was designed by iconic architect Joseph Eichler, showcasing the pure lines, post and beam construction, and seamless indoor outdoor living his homes are famed for.Walls of floor to ceiling glass flood the interiors with natural light, highlighting the soaring wood ceilings and open, airy layout. Spanning just over 2,000 sq ft, the residence features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a spacious den, all oriented toward the outdoors. Set on a generous 7,103 sq ft corner lot, the property includes a sparkling swimming pool, two fireplaces, new flooring, and a turnkey designer kitchen. The oversized detached two car garage includes two bonus storage rooms and offers flexible use or future expansion opportunity. Tucked in a desirable Torrance neighborhood near shopping, dining, top rated schools, and the beach this is a true architectural treasure rarely seen on the market. Seller is completing a 1031 exchange buyer to cooperate in offer.
Sold for $1,540,000
$1,540,000
16803 Faysmith Ave, Torrance, CA 90504
3beds
2,063sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
7,104 Square Feet Lot
$1,537,900 Zestimate®
$746/sqft
$5,444 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,537,900
$1.40M - $1.69M
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Sparkling swimming poolFloor to ceiling glassTurnkey designer kitchenPost and beam constructionNew flooringSeamless indoor outdoor livingOpen airy layout
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Listed by:
Marc De Longeville DRE # 01987515 213-675-0197,
Sotheby's International Realty 310-481-6262
Bought with:
Stephanie Denton, DRE # 01956051
Bayside
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25580295
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Patio Covered
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Washer, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range/Oven
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Wood Laminate
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,063
- Total interior livable area: 2,063 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - 2 Car, Concrete, Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: In Ground
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 7,104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 61 x 124
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 4092018020
- Zoning: TORR-LO
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Torrance
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $746/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $962,404
- Annual tax amount: $11,184
- Date on market: 8/20/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2025 | Sold | $1,540,000+6.3%$746/sqft |
Source:  CLAW #25580295 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2025 | Pending sale | $1,449,000$702/sqft |
Source: CLAW #25580295 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,449,000+64.7%$702/sqft |
Source: CLAW #25580295 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2020 | Sold | $880,000-2.1%$427/sqft |
Source:  CLAW #20571556 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2020 | Pending sale | $899,000$436/sqft |
Source: Silvertree Realty #20571556 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $899,000+55.3%$436/sqft |
Source: Silvertree Realty #20571556 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2013 | Listing removed | $579,000+4.8%$281/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2012 | Sold | $552,500-4.6%$268/sqft |
Source: CLAW #12619669 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2012 | Price change | $579,000-2.7%$281/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2012 | Listed for sale | $595,000+98.3%$288/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2002 | Sold | $300,000$145/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,184 +1.7% | $962,404 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,997 +1.9% | $943,534 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,796 +1.3% | $925,034 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,653 +1.8% | $906,897 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,461 +1.4% | $889,116 +42.9% |
| 2020 | $10,321 +38.9% | $622,100 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,430 +5.7% | $609,903 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,031 | $597,945 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,031 +2.1% | $586,222 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,883 +2.5% | $574,728 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,712 +4.9% | $566,096 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,399 | $555,008 +57.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $352,835 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $345,918 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $343,334 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $344,150 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $337,403 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $330,788 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $324,303 |
| 2005 | -- | $324,303 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $311,712 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $306,000 +189.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $105,597 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $101,498 |
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Neighborhood: Northwest Torrance
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- 8/10Evelyn Carr Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Philip Magruder Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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