938 Rayland Drive, Torrance, CA 90502

$895,000

After more than half a century of care and family tradition, this treasured Torrance P.O. 3bd/2ba home at 938 Rayland Drive welcomes its next chapter. Cared for by the same family for over fifty years, generations gathered here to celebrate holidays, raise children, and create a legacy. From the moment of… Read More arrival, the 1524sf home's inviting curb appeal and fresh exterior paint set the tone for what awaits inside. Rich vaulted wood-beam ceilings, an original feature, create an immediate sense of warmth and architectural character that is increasingly hard to find. Sunlight pours into the spacious living room, where the beautifully refreshed fireplace with a timeless German schmear finish, new mantel, and updated insert creates an inviting centerpiece for quiet evenings or lively gatherings alike. Original hardwood floors flow throughout much of the home, while fresh interior paint, updated lighting, new blinds, and thoughtful finishes create a bright, move-in-ready environment that still honors the home's original charm. An intentional floor plan offers comfortable daily living with a spacious family room that seamlessly extends the living space, perfect for holiday celebrations, weekend entertaining, or simply enjoying time together. The centrally located kitchen remains the heart of the home, where countless family meals have been shared and new memories are waiting to be made. Recent improvements totaling more than $40,000 include a brand-new solar-ready electrical system featuring a 100-amp meter and 225-amp panel, fresh interior and exterior paint, updated lighting, new window trim and blinds throughout, a new range hood and kitchen faucet, an updated front entry, and a beautifully reimagined fireplace. Outside, the generous backyard offers endless possibilities—whether you envision summer barbecues, gardening, outdoor dining, or simply relaxing beneath the California sky. Just moments from historic Old Torrance, you'll enjoy boutique shopping, local cafés, neighborhood parks, award-winning schools, freeways, and everything that makes South Bay living so sought after. Homes like this don't come along often. Rich in character, thoughtfully updated, and filled with over five decades of treasured memories, this is an opportunity to continue a story that has been lovingly written for generations. Read Less

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jul 26, 2026

Property Type

SingleFamilyResidence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

1,528

Lot Size

0.13 Acres

Year Built

1960

MLS Number

RS26149190

Additional Details

Property Access

Frontage Type: CityStreet, Road Surface: Paved

Appliances & Equipment

DoubleOven, Dishwasher, GasCooktop, Disposal, GasOven, Dryer, Washer

Building

Built in 1960, Living area: 1528.0, Living area units: SquareFeet, 1 storey, Levels: One, Entry level: 1, Entry location: Front, Construction Materials: Stucco

Community

Curbs, StormDrains, StreetLights, Suburban, Sidewalks

Cooling

CentralAir

Doors

MirroredClosetDoors, SlidingDoors

Accessibility Features

SafeEmergencyEgressFromHome

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Concrete, FrontPorch, Open, Patio

Fence

Block, WroughtIron

Fireplaces

LivingRoom

Floors

Laminate, Tile, Wood

Foundation

Raised, Slab

Garage

2 spaces

Heating

Central

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee: $0

Interior Features

BlockWalls, CeilingFans, EatInKitchen, GraniteCounters, AllBedroomsDown, BedroomOnMainLevel, MainLevelPrimary, PrimarySuite

Laundry

WasherHookup, Inside

Lot

0.125 acres, ZeroToOneUnitAcre, FrontYard, SprinklersInRear, SprinklerSystem

Parking

2 open parking spaces, 4 total parking spaces, DoorSingle, Driveway, GarageFacesFront, Garage

Pool

None

Property

UpdatedRemodeled, Neighborhood

Roof

Composition

Security Features

CarbonMonoxideDetectors, SmokeDetectors

Sewer

PublicSewer

Taxes

Additional parcels description:, Parcel Number: 7407027007, Lot: 26

Utilities

ElectricityAvailable, ElectricityConnected, NaturalGasAvailable, NaturalGasConnected, SewerAvailable, SewerConnected, WaterAvailable, WaterConnected, Water Source: Public, ElectricityOnProperty, Standard

Windows

Blinds, DoublePaneWindows

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