808 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA 90501 | Makeba Stallings Realtor

$1,199,000

Set within Torrance and framed by a gated front yard and thoughtfully designed landscaping, this coastal cottage-style home offers a warm introduction from the moment you arrive. A covered front porch overlooks raised garden beds where tomatoes, basil, parsley, and jalapeo peppers thrive alongside flowering pollinator-friendly plantings, creating a connection… Read More to nature before you even step inside. Fresh exterior finishes, divided-light windows, and a paneled front door lend timeless curb appeal while hinting at the care found throughout the home. Inside, bright living spaces unfold beneath abundant natural light. New flooring throughout provides a cohesive foundation, while linen window treatments soften each room and enhance the home's relaxed character. The open-concept living and dining areas flow seamlessly into the kitchen, where crisp white cabinetry, subway tile, dark countertops, and a contrasting navy peninsula create a timeless yet contemporary aesthetic. A farmhouse sink, updated fixtures, open shelving, and generous storage contribute both style and functionality, while a bay window with built-in seating offers the perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. The home offers three bedrooms and two updated bathrooms, including a private primary suite. Just outside the primary suite, a versatile den provides valuable additional living space, ideal for a reading room, home office, or media lounge. Throughout the bedrooms, paneled accent walls and soft neutral finishes create a peaceful retreat.Outdoor living continues in the private backyard, where mature landscaping, multiple gathering areas, and a productive collection of fruit trees enhance everyday living. An expansive patio provides ample space for outdoor dining beneath the canopy of a Strawberry Tree, while the generous yard offers room to garden, play, or simply enjoy the Southern California climate. Fruit-bearing trees including navel orange, peach, passion fruit, pomegranate, pomelo, and lemon provide seasonal harvests throughout the year.Adding to the property's appeal, the detached garage has been reimagined as a bonus space. Featuring new flooring, added windows, a widened Dutch door, and linen window treatments, it offers flexibility for a gym, workshop, studio, hobby room, or future creative retreat.Ideally situated in the heart of Torrance, this home offers convenient access to many of the South Bay's most sought-after destinations. Just minutes from Historic Downtown Torrance, residents can enjoy a vibrant collection of locally owned restaurants, cafs, breweries, boutiques, community events, and the beloved monthly Antique Street Faire. Del Amo Fashion Center is nearby, offering an exceptional mix of shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday conveniences, while Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Costco, and local specialty markets are all within easy reach.Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the home's proximity to Torrance Beach, the South Bay's scenic coastline, and the many recreational opportunities found throughout nearby beach communities and the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Community amenities further enhance the lifestyle, including the renowned Torrance Certified Farmers' Market at Wilson Park. Combining convenience, recreation, and a strong sense of community, this location embodies the best of South Bay living. Read Less

Courtesy of Character Homes 323-612-2001

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jul 4, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

1,572

Lot Size

0.11 Acres

Year Built

1942

MLS Number

26849809

Source: Home Junction

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

"Range", "Range Hood", "Dishwasher", "Dryer", "Microwave", "Range/Oven", "Refrigerator", "Washer"

Building

1,572 sq ft, Built in 1942, Levels: "One Level", "Detached/No Common Walls", "Cottage"

Cooling

"Central"

Disclosures

"None"

Fireplaces

"None"

Floors

"Engineered Hardwood"

Garage

"Garage - 2 Car", "Garage Is Detached", "Side By Side"

Heating

"Central"

Interior Features

"Open Floor Plan", "Recessed Lighting", "Turnkey"

Laundry

"Inside"

Lot

LotAcreage: 0.1134, LotSizeArea: 4,941, LotSizeDimensions: 40x124, "Back Yard", "Fenced", "Front Yard", "Yard"

Parking

TotalParking: 2

Pool

"None"

Property

OtherStructures: "None", PropertySubType: Single Family Residence, ViewDescription: "None", Zoning: TORR-LM, "Updated/Remodeled"

Spa

"None"

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