| Primary address | 5117 Merrill Street, Torrance |
| Zip code | 90503 |
| County | Los Angeles |
| Municipality | Torrance |
| Neighborhood | West Torrance - Southwood |
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| Sale date | 03/02/1992 |
| Sale price | $289,090 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Current property tax | $6,484 |
| Building sqft | 1,532 |
| Building class | Single Family Residence (0100) |
| Acreage | 0.122
|
| Units | 1 |
| Year built | 1955 |
| Year last altered | Register |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Heating/AC | Floor/wall heating |
| Zoning district | Single Family Residential (R1) |
| Weed hazard | No |
| School district | Torrance Unified School District |
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5117 Merrill Street, Torrance, CA 90503 was built in 1955 and has a total of 1,532 square feet.
What is the assessed value of 5117 Merrill Street, Torrance, CA 90503 and the property tax paid?Assessed at $544,098, the tax amount paid for 5117 Merrill Street, Torrance, CA 90503 is $6,003.
When was 5117 Merrill Street, Torrance, CA 90503 last sold and what was the last sale price?5117 Merrill Street, Torrance, CA 90503 was last sold in 03/02/1992 for $289,090.
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| Purchase date | Purchase price | Buyer name | Seller name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/1992 | $289,090 | Register | Register |
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Access detailed property tax data for 5117 Merrill Street, Torrance, CA 90503. Tax information included: property tax, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements, and assessment history.
| Tax year: | 2025-2026 |
| Base tax | $6,003 |
| Current property tax | $6,484 |
| Market value | $544,098 |
| Tax per sqft | $4 |
Abatements, financial assistance programs and non-ad valorem taxes levied as special taxes or direct assessments are applicable for this property.
| Code | Description | Tax levied |
|---|---|---|
| 06205 | County Sanitation District #5 | Register |
| 03694 | La County Regional Park And Open Space District | Register |
| 03071 | Los Angeles County Flood Control | Register |
| 00170 | Los Angeles County Trauma/Emerg Srvs | Register |
| 31051 | Mwd Water Standby Charge #11 | Register |
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 5117 Merrill Street, Torrance, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.
| Year | Assessment value | Total tax rate | Property tax | Year over year change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | $544,098 | 1.1033 | $6,003 | +1.41% |
| 2024-2025 | $533,430 | 1.1097 | $5,919 | +1.96% |
| 2023-2024 | $522,972 | 1.1101 | $5,806 | +1.36% |
| 2022-2023 | $512,719 | 1.1171 | $5,728 | +1.70% |
| 2021-2022 | $502,667 | 1.1205 | $5,632 | +1.55% |
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| FEMA flood zone(s) | X (See more on map) |
| Fire hazard zone | See more on map |
| Faults and tsunami inundation zone map | Register |
| Landslides and liquefaction map | Register |
Access the detailed traffic volume map for 5117 Merrill Street, Torrance to see estimated average daily traffic on streets surrounding the property as well as the types of properties in its vicinity.
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| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anza Elementary School | 8 | Public | K-5 | 591 | 0.28 |
| The Knowing Garden | NR | Private | 1-3 | 28 | 0.38 |
| Alta Vista Elementary School | 8 | Public | K-5 | 569 | 0.65 |
| Seaside Elementary School | 8 | Public | K-5 | 530 | 0.70 |
| Joseph Arnold Elementary School | 7 | Public | K-5 | 587 | 0.83 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Middle School | 7 | Public | 6-8 | 638 | 0.58 |
| South Bay High School | NR | Private | 6-12 | 49 | 0.78 |
| Launch Preschool | NR | Public | 0 | 0.89 | |
| St. James Elementary School | NR | Private | K-8 | 276 | 0.99 |
| Calle Mayor Middle School | 8 | Public | 6-8 | 614 | 1.03 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Montgomery High | NR | Private | 9-12 | 845 | 0.56 |
| Bishop Montgomery High School | NR | Private | 9-12 | 936 | 0.56 |
| South Bay High School | NR | Private | 6-12 | 49 | 0.78 |
| Launch Preschool | NR | Public | 0 | 0.89 | |
| West High School | 9 | Public | 9-12 | 1,840 | 1.08 |
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Here are the neighbors for 5117 Merrill Street, Torrance.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5109 Merrill St, Torrance | 1,120 | 09/21/2022 | |
| 5102 Jacques St, Torrance | 1,878 | 10/05/2004 | $817,508 |
| 5106 Jacques St, Torrance | 1,162 | 03/22/2023 | |
| 5123 Merrill St, Torrance | 3,162 | 02/22/2011 | |
| 21728 Paul Ave, Torrance | 1,910 | 10/11/2019 | |
| 21805 Dewey Ave, Torrance | 1,737 | 09/25/2025 | $1,895,000 |
| 5131 Merrill St, Torrance | 1,520 | 03/13/2024 | |
| 5129 Merrill St, Torrance | 1,162 | 08/25/2005 | |
| 21736 Paul Ave, Torrance | 1,162 | 11/21/2024 | |
| 5112 Jacques St, Torrance | 1,120 | 08/13/2015 | $760,000 |
| 5118 Jacques St, Torrance | 1,616 | 08/29/2018 | |
| 21737 Dewey Ave, Torrance | 2,130 | 12/16/2016 | $800,000 |
| 21810 Paul Ave, Torrance | 1,175 | 07/23/2021 | |
| 21806 Paul Ave, Torrance | 1,613 | 08/19/2022 | |
| 21732 Paul Ave, Torrance | 1,140 | 04/03/2002 | $425,004 |
| 5101 Merrill St, Torrance | 1,216 | 05/14/2024 | |
| 5105 Merrill St, Torrance | 1,686 | ||
| 21801 Dewey Ave, Torrance | 1,140 | 10/28/2025 | |
| 21802 Paul Ave, Torrance | 1,162 | 11/16/2012 | |
| 5112 W Carson St, Torrance | 1,211 | 10/09/2025 | $1,320,000 |