#SB25110568, Ron Vallery, Listing office: Estate Properties

1862 261st St Lomita, CA 90717
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About 1862 261st St
Located in the sought-after Lomita Pines neighborhood, this charming Spanish-style light fixer is brimming with character and potential. From the moment you arrive, the inviting front porch welcomes you home—ideal for relaxing mornings or evening chats with neighbors. Step inside to discover a quiet and comfortable living room with a cozy fireplace, a dedicated dining area, and a classic galley kitchen with vintage appeal. The main home offers two spacious bedrooms, one full bathroom, and convenient indoor laundry. A standout bonus is the detached studio space with its own private bathroom (buyer to verify permits)—offering flexibility for a guest suite, creative office, or rental opportunity. The expansive backyard is perfect for outdoor enjoyment or future expansion, while the long driveway and detached one-car garage provide plenty of parking and storage options. Whether you're an first time home buyer or step up buyer looking for a property with great potential, this is a rare opportunity in a peaceful and well-connected location—just minutes to the 110 freeway and close to dining, shopping, and all that Lomita and Torrance have to offer. Bring your vision and let this Spanish gem shine again!
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Type: Laminate, Vinyl
- Interior: Open Floorplan, Tile Counters, All Bedrooms Down, Galley Kitchen
- Fireplace: Gas, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Paved
- View: City Lights
- Architectural Style: Spanish, Patio Home
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $721,000
- Price/SqFt: $755
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,109
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Sprinklers
- Directions: Cross Streets are Western Ave and Regent Ave
- Year Built: 1928
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 954 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1223 Acres
- MLS Number: SB25135324
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (310) 362-0596
- Listing Agent: Leonard LaRocca
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $561,402 | $7,109 |
2023 | $550,395 | $6,985 |
2022 | $539,603 | $6,645 |
2021 | $87,657 | $1,452 |
2020 | $86,759 | $1,410 |
2019 | $85,058 | $1,342 |
2018 | $83,391 | $1,316 |
2017 | $81,757 | $1,316 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Eshelman Avenue Elementary School
Public District 1-5
0.2 mi
•25902 Eshelman Ave
6
Harbor City Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•1508 254th St
8
Lomita STEAM Magnet
Public Magnet KG-KG
1.2 mi
•2211 247th St
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 $109,691. The most common annual income of people living in Lomita, CA is between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 1862 261st St
The listing price of 1862 261st St property is $721,000.
The property 1862 261st St is a house located in Lomita, California, 90717.
Active Listing: 1862 261st St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1862 261st St are: Eshelman Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Harbor City Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lomita STEAM Magnet (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Fleming Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Dodson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), J. H. Hull Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), George S. Patton Continuation (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Humanities & Arts (HArts) Academy of Los Angeles (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Narbonne High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,109 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1862 261st St has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1862 261st St is 954 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1862 261st St is 1928.
This home is located at 1862 261st St in Lomita, CA and zip code 90717 in the South Bay neighborhood. This 954 square foot home, which was built in 1928, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $721,000.
In May 2025 more than 3 listings in Lomita, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 4 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Lomita, CA between April and May 2025 decreased by 35.3%. Listings spent 13 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $827,500 during the same period.