Every weekend with new inventory is like a fresh Spring day.
We particularly enjoy the weeks when our own new listings help lead the way. And that's the case with our listing (first below) at 533 13th, a little slice of Manhattan Beach history with a great location and pretty presentation.
Open house times for new listings are listed below, but you can also click "Open Houses" at the top of our site, which displays all the Manhattan Beach open houses. There are also links right at the top to Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach opens.
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PLEASE NOTE: Below, we present listings new to the Manhattan Beach market this week, via the MLS. They are listed and brokered by a variety of agents and firms. The name of the listing broker and agent for each property, along with any contact information supplied through the MLS, is displayed with each property, next to the price. Blog author Dave Fratello of Edge Real Estate Agency is not the listing agent unless so stated with the listing. (For instance, Dave is listing the first property, 533 13th.) Excerpts of the listing agent's description of each property are provided in quotes.
Click on any property address or photo to open a new page with full listing details, all photos, listing broker and agent information, and other MLS information. Any observations and comments about listings represent the professional judgments and opinions of the author, Dave Fratello, not the listing brokers or agents. Please see our blog disclaimer.
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Tree Section
533 13th Street (2br/2ba, 1194 sqft.) is the latest listing from Dave Fratello and Edge.
We hope you'll visit to catch a little bit of Manhattan Beach history, and to see how nicely we can present almost any home for market.
You might even enjoy the music!
From the official description:
"A jewel box by the sea! This bright, vintage Manhattan Beach cottage welcomes you with open arms. Just one look will get your mind racing with the possibilities. This dreamy property has already celebrated its 100th birthday."
"You’ll love the spacious front family room with its stately fireplace, classic paned windows and open feel. The dining room and kitchen are efficient, with built-in storage and a separate laundry room off the kitchen. Walk back to find two bedrooms, each with an attached bath. The primary suite features grasscloth wallpaper, adding to a beachy vibe."
"A serene front yard surrounded by a white picket fence is your place to kick it with family and friends, enjoying the sun and ocean breezes."
"Now, let’s talk potential. This darling would love a facelift and an update, and you’ll be a local hero if you do that work. But the lot can also host a 3-story, 3381-square-foot home (per city, buyer to verify). You’ll have real ocean and Catalina views to the south and west, as well as Malibu views to the north and west."
"This unique neighborhood is super close to downtown and the beach, but it’s such a quiet pocket, many locals don’t even know it’s here."
533 13th Street begins at $2.350M and is open Sat. & Sun. 1-4pm.
533 13th Street is Listed by Dave Fratello, Edge.
3528 Walnut Avenue (5br/4ba, 2790 sqft.) is a freshly, and imaginatively, remodeled home from the 1960s updated with a warm/modern mid-century vibe.
Most daringly perhaps, in the remodel, they have converted the garage to living space.
Under fairly new state laws, covered parking cannot be required if the new space is set up as a separate unit, known as an ADU (alternative dwelling unit). You're not required to rent it out separately, but it's there with two bedrooms, a kitchen and living room, and private entry, just in case you do want to run it that way.
From the official description:
"Located mere moments from the shore in Manhattan Beach's Tree Section - a stone's throw from great shops and restaurants! This west-facing 2790 sq ft. 5 bedroom/3.5 bath (including 700+ sq ft ADU) has just completed top-to-bottom renovations. Everything from floors to finishes is brand new and particular attention has been paid to a meticulous design aesthetic that is as classic mid-century as it is fresh for today's most stylish occupants."
"No detail was spared in refurbishing this sophisticated home. Immaculate hardwood floors, beautiful far-reaching views, large living spaces with two fireplaces. There are new stainless appliances, designer pendants, quartzite countertops and oversized entertaining island in the kitchen that overlooks the Great Room. Sliding glass doors open to the patio deck and backyard. Surrounded by mature trees, the drought resistant yard is extremely spacious and private. Each of the bedrooms is large with generous closets and the bathrooms are all new, the primary boasting dual sinks in the vanity, extra-large shower and freestanding soaking tub. The 2 bedroom/1 bath ADU offers a kitchenette, den, separate entrance and absolute privacy. Showcasing a collection of art by local surf photographer @BrandonKirk. Located in the award winning Manhattan Beach School District and nestled in a beautiful, family-friendly neighborhood, this is an opportunity not to be missed."
Click here for the Virtual Tour (Slideshow).
3528 Walnut Avenue begins at $3.195M and is open Sun. 1-4pm.
3528 Walnut Avenue is Listed by Benjamin S. Lee, Coldwell Banker Realty.
Sand Section
209 15th St. (3br/2ba, 1278 sqft.) is a fully remodeled 1960s SFR downtown.
If it looks familiar, it should. The same property was marketed last Spring and Summer, coming down from $3.299M to a closing in Aug. 2022 at $2.885M.
It's back now closer to last year's start price. But with some notable differences.
Last year's version had a downstairs primary suite with a smallish bath and a small set of wall closets, despite overall huge space. Now these (short term) owners have added a wall of closets and expanded and updated the primary suite's bath to be big enough for 2 sinks and a new shower. Upstairs, the bath was also updated.
From the official description:
"Light streams into this incredible Sand Section Ocean View single family residence with panoramic, unblockable ocean views. A few short blocks from the fabulous local restaurants and shops of downtown Manhattan Beach, is the 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home has been completely remodeled and is in move in condition. Current owners updated the property by creating a true primary suite on the first floor with large bedroom the opens to the back patio and a new bath including designer tile and fixtures. Upstairs is a new designer hanging light fixture, refaced fireplace with reclaimed wood mantle and shiplap siding. The beautiful kitchen includes Carrera [sic] marble counters, and stainless appliances and is open to the living and dining areas all of which look directly out to the pier, ocean and Palos Verdes peninsula to the south. Also on this level are two good sized secondary bedrooms and another bathroom. There are wide plank oak floors, a spacious two car garage with direct access, a gated dog run, and air conditioning. The exterior and interior have also been freshly painted."
209 15th begins at $3.249M and is open Sun. 2-4pm.
209 15th is Listed by Lauren Forbes, Compass.
2617 Vista Drive (4br/4ba, 2810 sqft.) is also back after some marketing efforts last year.
The newer (2018) townhome was initially sold off-market in Oct. 2021 for $5.000M.
Subsequently, two half-lot properties on the south side (2612 Alma and 2613 Vista) were sold, possibly posing a threat to the views currently enjoyed from the deck at this property. (Buyers should research this, as we have no information beyond the fact of those sales.)
The lowest asking price last year for this one was $4.699M, but it's lower now.
From the official description:
"California Dreamin' in a Coastal Brownstone... This ocean view stunner features tongue and groove lined walls, marble fireplace, living room with wall of doors that fold open to the large ocean view deck and the spectacular kitchen equipped with a La Cornufe range, double dishwashers, walk-in pantry with a brass ship port window, floating reclaimed wood shelving. The home is equipped with Control 4 Audio/Video system, door bird entry lockset, high-end finishes, designer wallpapers and custom window installations, designer lighting fixtures and hardware, 3 stop Elevator, Central AC, turf yard with surf rack, surf shower, newly installed wine refrigeration wall, extra parking and more! It's fully bricked exterior is just the beginning of the attention to detail that encompasses this home. Enjoy beautiful ocean views from the top floor with a large deck featuring an automated retractable awning and heaters. The Primary bedroom as well as 2 additional bedrooms are located on the same floor. The 4th bedroom with en-suite bathroom, is located on the first level and opens to a grassy outdoor area."
2617 Vista Drive begins at $4.499M.
2617 Vista Drive is Listed by June Emerson, Vista Sotheby’s International Realty.
