Torrance Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Torrance, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 88
- Median Sale Price: $1,074,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,171,388
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $699
- Average Days on Market: 53
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 101.4%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Torrance moved 6.3% up (from $1,010,000 to $1,074,000). The number of homes sold was 5.4% down compared to the prior month (93 vs. 88). Average days on market shifted 22.1% down (68 days to 53 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 2.3% up (from $1,050,000 to $1,074,000). Sales volume is 6.0% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Torrance's spring market is showing some encouraging momentum despite a slight dip in sales volume. With 88 homes sold in April, we're seeing fewer transactions than last month, but those homes that are selling are commanding stronger prices—the median jumped 6.3% to $1.07 million. Even more telling, homes are selling for 101.4% of list price, which signals genuine buyer competition and suggests sellers have priced realistically. The faster absorption rate (53 days on market, down from 68) indicates that well-positioned properties are moving briskly, even as the overall market remains deliberate.
The year-over-year gains tell a more nuanced story. While median prices are up just 2.3% annually, sales volume improved 6.0%, suggesting the market is finding its footing after a tougher 2025. The gap between the median ($1.07M) and average ($1.17M) price reflects Torrance's diverse housing stock, with single-family homes dominating the mix at 64 properties sold.
The 270 active listings with a median ask of $881,000 reveal an interesting disconnect—there's inventory available, but it's priced lower than what's actually moving. For buyers, this suggests negotiating room exists on some properties. For sellers, the message is clear: properly priced homes in Torrance are still attractive to the market.
Torrance Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90503 | 21 | $1,370,000 | $755 | 46 |
| 90505 | 21 | $1,460,000 | $737 | 48 |
| 90501 | 20 | $1,030,000 | $618 | 75 |
| 90504 | 17 | $1,011,000 | $713 | 44 |
| 90502 | 9 | $750,000 | $637 | 49 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 64 | $1,155,000 | $756 |
| CONDOS | 11 | $519,500 | $585 |
| TOWNHOMES | 8 | $914,000 | $586 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 3 | $1,973,000 | $591 |
| MOBILE | 2 | $63,750 | $61 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 2 |
| $300K - $399K | 2 |
| $400K - $499K | 4 |
| $500K - $749K | 8 |
| $750K+ | 72 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 270 active listings in Torrance with a median asking price of $881,000 and an average of 75 days on market.
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