#SB25147494, Carolyn Ro, Listing office: Estate Properties
#SB25153433·
Listing office: Real Brokerage Technologies·
Listing agent: John (Jack) Mangin·
Listing office phone: 310-866-8871
$998,000 List price
1742 Martina Ave Torrance, CA 90501
2 beds
1 full
988 sqft
0.1 acres
$1,010 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1742 Martina Ave
Welcome to 1742 Martina Avenue, a sun-drenched Spanish charmer nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Torrance. This beautifully updated home offers a perfect blend of warmth, character, and modern upgrades. Inside, you'll find an open floorplan that creates a seamless connection between the living, dining, and kitchen areas - perfect for both daily living and entertaining. The kitchen and bathroom have been tastefully updated, while the home is flooded with bright natural light and enjoys a refreshing daily breeze that flows through every room. Comfort is key with central air conditioning for those warmer summer days. Outside, the large, flat backyard is both usable and inviting - ideal for gatherings, gardening, or simply relaxing under the sun. The property also comes with approved ADU plans, offering incredible potential for a future guest house, home office, or rental unit. A detached garage sits at the rear of the property, adding even more flexibility. Located just minutes from parks, shops, and award-winning Torrance schools, this is a real opportunity to own a move-in ready home with charm, space, and future potential. It is my pleasure to bring this one to market!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size988 sqft
Lot size0.1157 Acres
Year built1924
ParkingDriveway, Garage
MLS #SB25153433
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Stove, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan, All Bedrooms Down
- Fireplace: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Driveway, Garage
- Architectural Style: Spanish
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $998,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,010
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,423
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinklers
- Directions: Carson and Martina
- Year Built: 1924
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 988 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1157 Acres
- MLS Number: SB25153433
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Real Brokerage Technologies
- Office Phone: (310) 866-8871
- Listing Agent: John (Jack) Mangin
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 26, 2016 | Home Sold | $549,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $637,153 | $7,423 |
| 2023 | $624,661 | $7,286 |
| 2022 | $612,414 | $7,189 |
| 2021 | $600,407 | $7,061 |
| 2020 | $594,251 | $6,857 |
| 2019 | $582,600 | $6,660 |
| 2018 | $571,178 | $6,519 |
| 2017 | $559,980 | $6,519 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Torrance Elementary
Public District PK-5
0.4 mi
•2125 Lincoln Ave
8
Fern Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•1314 Fern Ave
5
Halldale Avenue School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•21514 Halldale Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $69,361. Residents of Torrance, CA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
27%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Live Theatre
Men's Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom Rack
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
The Cheesecake Factory
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mercedes
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
News
Jazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1742 Martina Ave
The listing price of 1742 Martina Ave property is $998,000.
The property 1742 Martina Ave is a house located in Torrance, California, 90501.
Active Listing: 1742 Martina Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1742 Martina Ave are: Torrance Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Fern Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Halldale Avenue School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), J. H. Hull Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Madrona Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), White Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Torrance High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Humanities & Arts (HArts) Academy of Los Angeles (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,423 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 26, 2016 for $549,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1742 Martina Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1742 Martina Ave is 988 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1742 Martina Ave is 1924.
This home is located at 1742 Martina Ave in Torrance, CA and zip code 90501 in the South Bay neighborhood. This 988 square foot home, which was built in 1924, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $998,000.
Over 43 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Torrance, CA. In the same period over 27 listings were sold below the listed price and 12 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in Torrance, CA there were 1.8% more homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $1,100,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 19 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.