Torrance, California
Torrance real estate with a local team
Torrance sits in southwest Los Angeles County along the Pacific Ocean — a full-service coastal city with neighborhoods, parks, and an easy drive to the rest of the South Bay. The Millman Team at Compass is based here and helps buyers and sellers make clear decisions about Torrance homes.
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Living in Torrance
According to the City of Torrance, the city covers about 21 square miles and includes roughly 1.5 miles of lifeguard-patrolled beach with public parking. The city lists 33 parks and one public beach, plus community facilities such as libraries and recreation programs. Torrance was incorporated in 1921.
Everyday amenities residents often weigh include Columbia Park and neighborhood parks, Madrona Marsh Preserve & Nature Center, the Torrance Certified Farmers Market, and local shopping corridors. Sea-Aire Golf Course offers a nine-hole, par-3 course in South Torrance. Housing stock ranges from mid-century homes and planned neighborhoods to townhomes and newer infill — exact inventory changes daily.
U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (population estimate July 1, 2025) lists about 138,391 residents. Owner-occupied housing was about 55% in the 2020–2024 ACS period, with a median owner-occupied home value of about $1,074,700 for that same ACS window. Treat those figures as background context, not a quote for your home.
Buying in Torrance
Buying here usually means balancing commute, outdoor space, and home type — single-family, condo, or townhome — against what is actually available this month. We help you set a realistic search, interpret disclosures and inspections, and move cleanly from offer to close.
Selling in Torrance
Pricing a Torrance home well depends on condition, location within the city, and recent comparable sales — not a single citywide number. We walk through a pricing conversation, prep recommendations, and a marketing plan before you decide to list.
Frequently asked questions
Is Torrance only beach living?
No. Beach access is part of the city, but many neighborhoods sit inland with parks, schools proximity, and commercial corridors. We can map options to your priorities.
How current are the home values on this page?
Census medians are multi-year survey estimates. Your home’s value depends on comps and condition — ask us for a consult.
Can you help with both buying and selling?
Yes. Many clients relocate within the South Bay; we coordinate timing when that helps.
Where is your office?
Millman Team Real Estate operates from Torrance (Compass). Use the contact form or call 310-375-1069.
Ready to look at Torrance more carefully?
Browse current listings or send a note — we will follow up with next steps, not a hard pitch.
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Sources: City of Torrance — About Torrance · City of Torrance — Parks · U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts — Torrance
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