$1,466,271Average Value$794Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Neighborhood offers shopping, schools and a nearby beach
Walteria is an idyllic SoCal suburb. "It's a sunny, family-oriented community close to the beach with good schools," says Karen Baillie, a Realtor with 3 Leaf Realty Inc. who grew up in the neighborhood. "And it's not crazy busy, so you can walk to restaurants and the park." Walteria is a peaceful enclave with a public park, community school and retail centers. Residents don’t have to go far for anything, including the beach, but are close to everything thanks to highway access. Buyers are attracted to the lifestyle the neighborhood affords its residents — most needs can be met within a walk or short drive.
An eclectic mix of homes in Torrance
Sidewalks, mature trees and manicured green yards give Walteria a characteristic suburban look. A drive down the quiet streets reveals an eclectic mix of homes, which gives Walteria an older and more established look. No two houses are the same. "It's definitely not cookie-cutter," says Baillie. "There are still a lot of the smaller Craftsman and bungalow homes. I guess the biggest change is that some of those homes are being torn down and replaced with bigger homes or two properties on a lot that owners can rent out." In addition to the early 20th-century styles, a strong Spanish influence can be seen in the ubiquitous red tile roofs and stucco siding found throughout the neighborhood. Prices start at just under $1 million but can exceed $2 million.
Craftsman cottage with wide front yard in Walteria.
Spanish style homes in Walteria.
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Kids attend highly rated community school
Walteria Elementary and Edward J. Richardson Middle are both graded A by Niche. Another A school, South High School, was previously distinguished as a California Blue Ribbon School.
Richardson Middle School, home of the Rattlesnakes.
South High School in Torrance, home of the Spartans.
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Walteria Park and beach access
The weather makes spending time outside a dream. “Walteria has the most temperate climate,” says Lucy Garber, Walteria resident and real estate associate with Re/Max Execs. “We get a nice breeze from the ocean, so it’s consistently very comfortable.” When residents want to get outside, Walteria has its own park. Walteria Park occupies four and a half grassy acres. Residents appreciate the park's playground and game courts, including a baseball diamond and horseshoe pit. The Walteria Senior Citizen’s program operates out of the park and promotes socialization and physical fitness among the older population.
Walteria is an ideal spot to explore the peninsula's natural landscape. "You're a few miles from the beach," says Baillie. "A lot of people don't know there's Torrance Beach, and that's where the locals like to go. There's also a bike path you can get on there and ride all the way to Santa Monica." Torrance Beach is 3 miles west and accessible by car, foot or bike. The 20-mile bike path south to Santa Monica runs along the coast.
Walteria, CA residents enjoy Torrance Beach, just minutes down the street.
Nearby Lago Seco Park is a great spot for a walk for Walteria, CA residents.
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Shopping and dining at Vista Plaza and Rolling Hills Plaza
“It’s close to everything,” says Garber. “You are surrounded by shopping and good restaurants.” Vista Plaza sits at Walteria's northern end, providing extensive shopping and dining options. Residents can shop for groceries at the H Mart or Sprouts Farmers Market. Diverse dining options, from Fusion Sushi to McDonald’s, cluster near the shopping center. There is a Whole Foods and Trader Joe's at Rolling Hills Plaza at the neighborhood's southern edge. For eating out, there are upscale choices like Yamaya Japanese Wagyu and Grill to popular chains like Lunasia Dim Sum. Small businesses and local restaurants also dot the residential center of Walteria, including Tucker’s Market & Deli, a popular hole-in-the-wall store. "That's been there since before I was born," says Baillie. "I remember walking there to pick up supplies for my grandmother."
Head to H Mart in Walteria, CA for your weekly grocery needs.
Fountain and palms frame the AMC 20 Rolling Hills.
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Pacific Coast Highway access and walkability in Walteria
“It’s very walkable,” says Garber. “Most people just walk around if they’re going out to eat or to grab something from the store. You can’t walk to the beach but can walk everywhere else.” Walk Score gives the Walteria a 79 out of 100 due largely to its sidewalks and residential and commercial space blend. The Pacific Coast Highway runs along the eastern edge of the neighborhood, providing access to one of Torrance’s major roadways. The Torrance Municipal Airport sits opposite Walteria, across the highway. Though it does not offer commercial flights, it can contribute to excess noise. The nearest commercial airport is Los Angeles International, 13 miles north.
Walteria experiences a low rate of violent and property crime. The CAP Index Crime Score is only two out of 10, two points lower than the American average of four out of 10.
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Parks in this Area
Lago Seco Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Walteria Park
Seaside Heroes Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
De Portola Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Trails
Ernie Howlett Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Alta Loma Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
23 min drive
Bus
Hawthorne & 244th
Bus
Hawthorne Blvd & Rolling Hills Rd (Northbound)
Bus
Hawthorne Blvd & Newton St (Northbound)
Bus
Pacific Coast HWY & Hawthorne Bl
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Walteria
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Walteria, Torrance sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Walteria, Torrance over the last 12 months is $1,416,242, down 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,426
Median Age
45
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$105,688
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$124,201
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.7%
College Graduates
62%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
13''
Average Winter Low Temperature
47°F
Average Summer High Temperature
78°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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