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Sold for $1,840,000
  • Listed by: Compass • Jesse Dougherty • Contact: 310-995-4475
    Bought with: Compass
    $1,840,000

    21421 Howard Ave, Torrance, CA 90503

    3beds
    1,848sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1955
    5,701 Square Feet Lot
    $1,840,900 Zestimate®
    $996/sqft
    $5,077 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,840,900

    $1.68M - $2.02M

    $5,077/mo

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    What's special

    Private water closetCozy breakfast nookLarge walk-in showerBuilt-in workstation desk
    From the moment you arrive, 21421 Howard Ave stands out with its quintessential Southern California curb appeal and thoughtfully executed remodel in the most western pocket of Southwood. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom property has been lovingly transformed with quality finishes and attention to detail throughout. Natural light fills the home, highlighted by a skylight in the front living area and large windows that create an open, airy feel. The flexible floor plan flows seamlessly between living spaces, including a comfortable family room with custom built-in cabinetry and featuring a built-in workstation desk. New wide-plank LVP flooring runs throughout, adding warmth and continuity. The kitchen is both high-end and highly functional and connects to a cozy breakfast nook on one end to a dining area on the other, which opens to a side patio for easy indoor-outdoor living. Both bathrooms and the laundry room have been remodeled with stylish finishes and generous space. Two guest bedrooms are well-sized, each with custom closets and thoughtful design accents, while the oversized primary suite is privately situated at the rear of the home. It features two walk-in closets and a beautifully appointed ensuite bathroom with dual vanities, a large walk-in shower, and a private water closet, along with direct access to the backyard. The outdoor space is a true extension of the home—a quiet, usable yard with fruit trees and a wraparound patio featuring built-in benches and a hard-lined gas fireplace, creating a natural setting for relaxing or entertaining. Additional upgrades include smart light switches, a Rachio wireless sprinkler system, Ring alarm and cameras, Sonos indoor and outdoor speaker systems, central A/C, a tankless water heater, and an upgraded 200-amp electrical panel. Set on a corner lot with one side ending in a cul-de-sac, this home offers both privacy and convenience just minutes from award-winning Torrance schools, local parks, shopping, dining, and approximately 1.5 miles to the beach—a home that balances thoughtful design, everyday functionality, and the best of South Bay living.

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    Listed by:

    Jesse Dougherty DRE #01949609 310-995-4475,

    Compass

    Bought with:

    Louis Palacios, DRE #02045509

    Compass

    Anna Hahn, DRE #02122300

    Compass

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SB26096961MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Rooms
    • Room types: Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
    Bathroom
    • Features: Dual Sinks, Remodeled, Walk-In Shower
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Wired for Sound
    • Flooring: Vinyl
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: None
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,848 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Side
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Entry location: Front
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Neighborhood
    Lot
    • Size: 5,701 Square Feet
    • Features: Cul-De-Sac, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
    Details
    • Parcel number: 7516004026
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Updated/Remodeled
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1955

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 220 Volts
    • Sewer: Private Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks
    Location
    • Region: Torrance

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $996/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,164,729
    • Annual tax amount: $13,262
    • Date on market: 5/6/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 9 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Cal Vet Loan,1031 Exchange,VA Loan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/5/2026Sold$1,840,000+2.3%$996/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SB26096961 Report a problem
    5/27/2026Pending sale$1,799,000$973/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SB26096961 Report a problem
    5/16/2026Contingent$1,799,000$973/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SB26096961 Report a problem
    5/6/2026Listed for sale$1,799,000+68.9%$973/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SB26096961 Report a problem
    6/9/2020Sold$1,065,000-3.2%$576/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SB20027093 Report a problem
    5/11/2020Pending sale$1,100,000$595/sqft
    Source: The Realestate Group #SB20027093 Report a problem
    4/1/2020Listed for sale$1,100,000$595/sqft
    Source: The Realestate Group #SB20027093 Report a problem
    3/4/2020Pending sale$1,100,000$595/sqft
    Source: The Realestate Group #SB20027093 Report a problem
    2/20/2020Listed for sale$1,100,000+205.6%$595/sqft
    Source: The Realestate Group #SB20027093 Report a problem
    6/30/1999Sold$360,000+25.4%$195/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/29/1995Sold$287,000$155/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$13,262 +1.7%$1,164,729 +2%
    2024$13,039 +1.9%$1,141,892 +2%
    2023$12,795 +1.4%$1,119,502 +2%
    2022$12,623 +1.8%$1,097,552 +2%
    2021$12,398 +1.3%$1,076,032 +94.1%
    2020$12,240 +87.8%$554,432 +2%
    2019$6,519 +5%$543,562 +2%
    2018$6,208 $532,904 +2%
    2017$6,208 +0.9%$522,456 +2%
    2016$6,154 +2.6%$512,213 +1.5%
    2015$6,001 +4.9%$504,521 +2%
    2014$5,722 $494,639 +2.5%
    2012-- $482,751 +2%
    2011-- $473,286 +0.8%
    2010-- $469,750 -0.2%
    2009-- $470,867 +2%
    2008-- $461,635 +2%
    2007-- $452,585 +5.3%
    2006-- $429,883 +4.1%
    2005-- $412,983 +4%
    2004-- $396,948 +1.9%
    2003-- $389,673 +2%
    2002-- $382,033 +4%
    2000-- $367,200
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Southwood

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Anza
    • Middle: Jefferson
    • High: West

    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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