to the editor: I share the sadness and indignation of editor Hailey Branson-Potts (“This Burned Out 3-Bedroom Apartment in Torrance Sold for Over $1 Million. Welcome to the California Real Estate Market.” May 19). When my parents came to West Los Angeles in 1967, they were able to buy a three-bedroom house for $35,000. Ten years later, they sold it for $350,000. Today, without a doubt, it would sell for around 2 or 3 million dollars.
I want my son to settle in Los Angeles and realistically he won't be able to afford Torrance. But there are plenty of great neighborhoods in outlying areas that are still relatively affordable. I call it the Manhattanization of Los Angeles. A neighborhood 50 years ago that no one would have dreamed of living in in New York City is now a lot of fun. The same goes for Los Angeles County. Consider joining me here in South Los Angeles!
Randy Farhi, Leimert Park
