First time on the market in over 60 years! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,366 sq ft of living space on a 5,000 sq ft lot, presenting a rare opportunity in a desirable Torrance neighborhood with endless potential. The spacious living room allows for both living and dining, while a separate den/family room serves as a cozy retreat, which could easily be converted to a 4th bedroom, and features a charming vintage mid-century wood-burning stove.
The kitchen features tile flooring, tile countertops and backsplash, a breakfast bar with counter seating, ample cabinet storage, and abundant natural light, along with a convenient indoor laundry area adjacent to the kitchen. A long driveway—large enough to accommodate an RV—leads to a large detached 2-car garage with plenty of storage space and ADU potential, ideal for Investors or buyers seeking future expansion or additional income opportunties. The property also includes a small enclosed patio and an outdoor storage shed, adding versatility and functionality.
The drought-tolerant front yard showcases native landscaping for low-maintenance curb appeal. Located in a family-friendly neighborhood within an excellent school district, the home is just steps from Arlington Elementary School and close to parks, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. The home offers a solid foundation and endless possibilities for thoughtful updates or customization.
A rare chance to create value in a prime location — ideal for investors or owner-users looking to make it their own.
Sold for $865,000
Listing Provided by: Partners Real Estate
Bought with: Beach City Brokers
$865,000
2129 W 178th St, Torrance, CA 90504
3beds
1,366sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
5,004 Square Feet Lot
$907,400 Zestimate®
$633/sqft
$3,975 Estimated rent
Home value
$907,400
$862,000 - $953,000
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Abundant natural lightAmple cabinet storageTile countertops and backsplashKitchen features tile flooringSmall enclosed patio
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Listing Provided by:
Christopher Jordan DRE #01310649 949-510-3196,
Partners Real Estate
Bought with:
Holly Kauffman, DRE #01948745
Beach City Brokers
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26001973
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Kitchen, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Den, Insert, Wood Burning, Wood BurningStove
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,366 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Living room
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Block,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 5,004 sqft
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 4096006029
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: None
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Biking, Curbs, Gutter(s), Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Torrance
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,FHA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2026 | Sold | $865,000-4.9%$633/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC26001973 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2026 | Pending sale | $910,000$666/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC26001973 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,465 +3.7% | $98,498 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,413 +1.5% | $96,568 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,392 +1.4% | $94,675 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,373 +2.6% | $92,819 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,338 +1.3% | $91,000 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,321 | $90,068 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,321 +10.3% | $88,303 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,197 | $86,573 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,197 +2.1% | $84,877 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,173 +3.9% | $83,214 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,128 +3.8% | $81,965 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,087 | $80,361 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $78,431 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $76,894 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $76,320 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $76,502 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $75,002 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $73,532 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $72,091 |
| 2005 | -- | $72,091 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $69,293 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $68,024 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $66,691 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $64,103 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Northeast Torrance
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Arlington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Casimir Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Arlington
- 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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- California
- Los Angeles County
- Torrance
- 90504
- Northeast Torrance
- 2129 W 178th St
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