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  • Listed by: Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty • Alice Schroeder • Contact: alice@theavantteam.com
    $1,249,990

    17534 Purche Ave, Torrance, CA 90504

    4beds
    2,747sqft
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    $8,531/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1979
    6,301 Square Feet Lot
    $1,278,000 Zestimate®
    $455/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Welcome to 17534 Purche Avenue, a spacious and well-loved residence ideally positioned on a quiet cul-de-sac across from Descanso Park in Torrance. Offering 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and approximately 2,747 square feet of living space, the home presents a generous and versatile floor plan with room to evolve alongside its next chapter. Double doors open to an inviting interior where vaulted ceilings span the living and dining rooms, creating an airy sense of volume and light. At the heart of the home, the kitchen connects naturally to both the dining and family rooms and features warm maple cabinetry, abundant counter space, and a large window above the sink overlooking the backyard. Just beyond, the spacious family room offers a comfortable gathering space anchored by a fireplace and wet bar, with a large vinyl slider opening seamlessly to the patio and backyard. A main-level bedroom and full bathroom add exceptional flexibility, providing a comfortable option for guests, a home office, extended household members, or multigenerational living. The bedroom also enjoys its own large slider and direct access to the outdoors. Upstairs, double doors open to a generously proportioned primary suite featuring two closets, including a spacious walk-in. The primary bath offers an expansive dual vanity, with the walk-in shower and toilet thoughtfully positioned behind closed doors for added privacy. Two additional well-sized bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the upper level. Outside, the generous backyard extends the living space with a broad concrete patio, lush lawn, and mature fruit trees. There is plenty of room to barbecue, dine al fresco, relax, garden, or gather with friends and loved ones, creating a private setting with possibilities to make it distinctly your own. Set in a desirable North Torrance location near award-winning schools, parks, shopping, dining, and convenient freeway access, 17534 Purche Avenue offers the rare combination of space, flexibility, and opportunity. Thoughtfully maintained and clearly loved over the years, the home provides a solid foundation for comfortable living today while offering its next owner the opportunity to bring a personal vision to the spaces and create something truly their own for years to come.
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    Listed by:

    Alice Schroeder DRE #01319910 alice@theavantteam.com,

    Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26191863MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Primary Suite
      Bedroom
      • Features: Bedroom on Main Level
      Bathroom
      • Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Full Bath on Main Level, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
      Family room
      • Features: Separate Family Room
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters
      Other
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Range Hood
      • Laundry: In Garage
      Features
      • Wet Bar, Breakfast Area, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Track Lighting, Bar, Bedroom on Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
      • Doors: Double Door Entry
      • Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Family Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,747 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 6
      • Parking features: Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      • Uncovered spaces: 3
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: Side
      • Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered, Patio
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Fencing: Block,Wrought Iron
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Neighborhood
      Lot
      • Size: 6,301 Square Feet
      • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Yard
      Details
      • Parcel number: 4095034026
      • Special conditions: Trust

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Roof: Tile
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1979

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      Location
      • Region: Torrance

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $455/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $307,333
      • Date on market: 9/12/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 24 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        $1,278,000

        $1.21M - $1.34M

        $5,481/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/18/2026Contingent$1,249,990$455/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC26191863 Report a problem
        9/18/2026Listing removed$1,249,990$455/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC26191863 Report a problem
        9/12/2026Listed for sale$1,249,990$455/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC26191863 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $307,333 +2%
        2025$3,812 +2.3%$301,308 +2%
        2024$3,726 +1.7%$295,401 +2%
        2023$3,663 +1.4%$289,610 +2%
        2022$3,613 +2.3%$283,932 +2%
        2021$3,532 +1.5%$278,365 +1%
        2020$3,481 $275,512 +2%
        2019$3,481 +6.4%$270,110 +2%
        2018$3,271 $264,815 +2%
        2017$3,271 +2.1%$259,623 +2%
        2016$3,203 +3.4%$254,533 +1.5%
        2015$3,098 +4.6%$250,711 +2%
        2014$2,962 $245,801 +2.5%
        2012-- $239,894 +2%
        2011-- $235,191 +0.8%
        2010-- $233,434 -0.2%
        2009-- $233,990 +2%
        2008-- $229,403 +2%
        2007-- $224,906 +2%
        2006-- $220,497
        2005-- $220,497 +4%
        2004-- $211,938 +1.9%
        2003-- $208,055 +2%
        2002-- $203,976 +4%
        2000-- $196,057
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Northeast Torrance

        Getting around

        82 / 100
        Very Walkable
        40 / 100
        Some Transit
        56 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Arlington
        • Middle: Casimir
        • High: North

        Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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