This week the southern part of the Hill Section gets another early-aughts Mediterranean, the Sand Section gets a bunch of lot sales and there's something new in the Trees and the Village.
Given the Easter holiday, plan your open house visits for Saturday – only 4 out of 15 listings holding opens this weekend will have a Sunday open.
Open house times for new listings are listed below, but you can also click SEARCHES then "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. Excerpts of the listing agent's description of each property are provided in quotes.
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Hill Section
109 S Poinsettia Avenue (4br/5ba, 5586 sqft.) is a classic of the genre: An early-aughts Hill Section Mediterranean, with a creative reverse floorplan ("upside down layout") that features some pretty darn nice ocean views from the top level.
All 4 bedrooms, plus a family room, are spread around downstairs on the circular periphery around a central staircase. The primary opens to the backyard, and its bath is appointed pretty much as you'd expect from a 2002 Hill Section Mediterranean.
Go downstairs to find a craft room, small home gym and some storage in a modest basement space.
Up on the top floor, the design is again one with rooms spread around the outer edges of a circle, with an open central space.
The great room toward the rear brings you to the views and balconies. In the Hill Section, no doubt, the best views are those oriented southwest, capturing Palos Verdes and (many days) Catalina. This home's vantage point is nearly perfectly southwest, with no obstructions, thanks to the hill dropping down.
One obvious reference point for this listing is last year's 212 John (6br/8ba, 6754 sqft.), built at around the same time in a similar style, with lesser views, which sold for $9.700M (after being floated for $13M). There, the home and lot were larger and there was a pool, but this one compares favorably on most counts and comes along at a brighter time for the Hill Section.
From the official description:
"Located in the prestigious Hill Section of Manhattan Beach, this stunning Mediterranean estate ... combines timeless architecture, exceptional space, and an ideal coastal indoor/outdoor lifestyle. A dramatic entry welcomes you with travertine floors and a sweeping curved staircase, setting the tone for the home’s elegant design. The ground level features four bedrooms and a spacious family room that opens to the west-facing backyard, creating seamless indoor/outdoor flow. The backyard includes a jacuzzi and offers plenty of room for a pool, making it ideal for outdoor living and entertaining. The primary suite opens directly to the backyard, creating a private retreat. Upstairs is the main living level designed to capture the panoramic views, featuring the kitchen, family room, formal dining room, ocean-view office with custom wood built-ins, theater room, and a flexible space that could serve as a fifth bedroom. The open floor plan flows to a large ocean-view terrace, perfect for entertaining, dining, and enjoying sunsets over the Pacific with views of Palos Verdes and Catalina. Hardwood and travertine floors run throughout the home, and a basement level provides additional space ideal for a gym, wine cellar, and extra storage."
Click here to view the virtual tour (3D)
109 S Poinsettia Avenue begins at $9.750M and is open Sat. 2-4pm.
109 S Poinsettia Avenue is listed by Jennifer Caskey, Compass.
Sand Section
3205 Bayview Drive (5br/6ba, 3766 sqft.) is effectively a $6.5M lot sale.
The deck jutting out from the current triplex allows you to sample the views that might be possible from a new build – presumably from an even higher vantage point. (Buyer to verify for themselves, thanks!)
Did we say triplex? Yes. The state's "no net loss" rule would appear to require any new build to contain 3 units, also. The listing carefully describes this scenario: "it is believed that one could build a single family home with an ADU, and JADU, with 3-4 car parking."
(A "JADU" is a "Jr. ADU." Parking is not always required for ADUs.)
From the official description:
"Offered for a very limited time. The owner is considering development options of their own. Properties this special often sell off market and you never get an opportunity. A dream lot in one of the most sought after areas of the Manhattan Beach sand section. 33 1/3' X 105' - nearly 3500 square feet of land with superlative Bayview view potential. It has very protected views not normally seen on interior lots. Buyer to verify development potential with the City, but it is believed that one could build a single family home with an ADU, and JADU, with 3-4 car parking. Truly amazing!! It comes with a totally usable remodeled triplex, or more like a Single Family home on Bayview with a detached duplex that sits atop a 3 car garage on Manhattan Ave. The super cool Contemporary Ocean-View home is a remodeled coastal gem, and boasts what is probably the single best ocean view deck in Manhattan Beach. Its surprisingly very private, with around 1000 Sq Ft, a fire pit, dining area, BBQ, and panoramic coastal vistas. It must be experienced to be fully appreciated, and it will make you dream of what a third story deck would offer!!! The 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home spans 2,350 sq. ft. and offers the perfect blend of luxury and beachside living, just steps from the Pacific Ocean and The Strand."
Click here to view the virtual tour (3D)
3205 Bayview Drive begins at $6.499M and is open Sat. 1-4pm.
3205 Bayview Drive is listed by Robert Freedman, DOMO Real Estate.
921 Highland Avenue (5br/4ba, 3107 sqft.) is a double lot downtown adjacent to a walkstreet.
It's unfortunate that the current building is deemed "functionally obsolete" in the listing, because you always love to see the older homes preserved when possible. What can someone do anew here in this spot just steps from town?
From the official description:
"921 Highland Ave presents a rare opportunity to acquire a double lot walk street property west of Highland in South Manhattan Beach—one of the most sought-after and tightly held locations in the coastal market. Opportunities in this sub-market are extremely limited, with walk street properties west of Highland rarely coming available and double lot offerings almost never seen. Ideally located on the southwest corner of 10th Street and Highland, the property is just a few hundred feet from Manhattan Beach Boulevard and downtown, offering exceptional walkability to the beach, shops, and restaurants while still maintaining a quiet walk street setting. The property includes a 1932 Spanish-style home that is functionally obsolete due to environmental conditions and will be sold as land value, presenting a clear opportunity for new construction in a premier location. Offered as either a full double lot or as a single interior walk street lot, providing flexibility for a range of build options. Parking lots to the west off Bayview Drive create unique view corridors and a more open feel than typically found on walk street properties, allowing for enhanced light and orientation that is uncommon in this sub-market."
921 Highland Avenue begins at $10.500M.
921 Highland Avenue is listed by Bryn Stroyke, Bayside.
3204 Crest Drive (3br/4ba, 2260 sqft.) is the third Sand Section listing in a row here that is touting its own teardown potential.
Anyone got a nice, livable house in the Sand Section? There's buyers for that, too!
From the official description:
"Unlock the potential of this rare 3 + Den/Office + 3.5-bathroom fixer or teardown opportunity, perfectly positioned just a few streets from the beach. Enjoy panoramic ocean views from the large top floor deck, which includes a hot tub, and spacious primary bedroom with its soaring ceilings. There is a bedroom on each floor, each with its own bathroom, offering privacy across all floors. Additional features include outdoor spaces on every level, 2-car garage parking, and a fireplace. Conveniently located near a walk street for quick, easy access to the beach, businesses, and cafes. Whether you're looking to renovate or rebuild, this property delivers the ideal canvas for your dream beach residence. Experience the best of Manhattan Beach living with stunning ocean views, an exceptional location, and endless possibilities."
3204 Crest Drive begins at $2.495M and is open Sun. 12-2pm.
3204 Crest Drive is listed by Pam Szabo, Sotheby's International Realty.
Tree Section
2422 N Ardmore Avenue (4br/4ba, 3017 sqft.) is a corner-lot remodel at the intersection of Pacific and Ardmore (the official description says the home is "[t]ucked into the highly sought-after Tree Section."
This property was not on the broker tour Friday, so we haven't yet visited to review.
From the official description:
"Lushly landscaped and elevated above street level, it captures sunshine from multiple exposures while maintaining a sense of privacy and presence. Inside, the layout feels both traditional and functional. A formal step-down living room with a fireplace welcomes you in, while the dining room is lined with beautiful windows that bring in abundant light, and open to the neighborhood views. Just beyond, a comfortable family room with its own fireplace, creates an easy everyday gathering space. A breakfast area besides the remodeled kitchen, looking out to the backyard. Upstairs, 4 generously sized bedrooms and total four bathrooms including the powder room, provide flexibility for families and guests. In addition, there is a dedicated office space or a great gym, ideal for working or working-out from home without sacrificing living areas. The primary suite stands out with its own fireplace, and the recently remodeled bathroom. It also has a large walk-in closet. Another full bathroom upstairs was recently remodeled beautifully as well. The backyard is designed for real living with room to entertain or relax."
2422 N Ardmore Avenue begins at $3.750M and is open Sat. 1-4pm.
2422 N Ardmore Avenue is listed by Bobby Syed, Coldwell Banker Realty.
East Manhattan Beach
13 Catalina Court (2br/2ba, 1465 sqft.) spent several days as a "coming soon" listing on the MLS before going live. Often, listings use that status while they're still getting ready, waiting for pro photos and so on.
This one? Still has just 2 iffy photos. But hope springs eternal. The description points to a year-old remodel by a "professions designer," and wouldn't you like to see that?
From the official description:
"This is a beautiful highly remodeled Plan '1' townhome. It is one of the most desired plans with it's open and light feeling. It features, newer hardwood floors throughout and was recently painted. The kitchen has high end appliances and newer kitchen counter tops with a snack bar adjacent to a nice size Dining area. The guest bedroom on that level also could double as a office with custom designed closet. The large Primary Suite has a private balcony and features a luxurious bath with walk in closet and remodeled Bath/Shower. Newer lighting throughout. Interior doors were replaced with solid core doors. The Living room has a newer marble fireplace and a newer wall TV that is included in this sale... This home was designed by a professions designer when it was remodeled about a year ago with high end finishes."
13 Catalina Court begins at $1.649M.
13 Catalina Court is listed by Nina Michaels, Vista Sotheby’s International Realty.
