Manhattan Beach New Listings (7/1- 7/2/23)

What does it say when we see 5 new listings in a week, and only one is remodeled?

Two others are super dated, one has been ripped open for a remodel that the seller didn't finish, and the last home is so degraded that the listing suggests that traditional financing wouldn't be possible – call it a land sale.

If you're a buyer in this market, it's reasonable to say that Manhattan Beach feels like a desert. Inventory locally is still hovering in the mid-50s, and recent additions have tended to be older, smaller homes begging for a remodel or rebuild. Let's get past the July 4 holiday and see if next week brings some fireworks for buyers.

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.

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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Hill Section

865 10th (5br/3ba, 3080 sqft.) is a pretty original 1960s house in the Hill Section. To prep for market, they've done an admirable job of cleaning, painting, and substituting new (if inexpensive) flooring to help the home give a more neutral first impression.

Two quick surprises: (1) The very high ceilings in the main living room at the entry, and (2) the fact that the home is actually a 2-story. The lot slopes down, so the second floor is actually below.

The kitchen is probably the most updated part of the house, bearing a remodel that may date to the 90s, based on first impressions.

The balance of the top floor features 4 main bedrooms, three midsized rooms sharing a hallway bath, and one that's got a bath ensuite. (Among the bedrooms, this one would rate as the primary, although it's modest.)

Down the stairs, you'll find a large family room with fresh carpet, fireplace, wet bar, and an area dedicated to a pool table (still at the house). There are french doors out to the (flat) backyard.

There's also a small bedroom downstairs with its own 3/4 bath. 

From the official description:

"Introducing an exciting opportunity in the highly desirable Hill Section of Manhattan Beach. A home with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2 large fireplaces across 3,080 sq ft of living space sitting on a spacious 6,000 square foot lot is a rare find. Much of this home is in its original condition and can be updated with your own canvas should you choose and on your own timeline. A gated pathway to a side front door offers safety and security to enter into the main living area of the home. The main floor features 4 bedrooms all nestled together and 2 of the bathrooms. The living and dining areas boast vaulted ceilings finished with wood and beams, big windows and a large deck overlooking the backyard. The lower level offers two more living areas, a pool table room (pool table included), a built-in wet bar with mini fridge, the 5th bedroom, 3rd bathroom and a large utility room that could be office space, a wrapping room or workshop. Stepping outside, you'll find a conveniently flat backyard that offers endless potential for outdoor play and enjoyment."

865 10th begins at $3.195M and is open Sat. & Sun. 1-4pm.

865 10th is listed by Patti Howell, Bayside.

Sand Section

3100 The Strand (4br/3ba, 2399 sqft.) is a corner-lot Strand house that got part way through a major renovation, but now will need to be sold to a new buyer who can decide how much further to go.

From the official description:

"Welcome to 3100 The Strand, located on a premier south facing corner lot on the prime “Gold Coast” of the Manhattan Beach Strand… the exclusive stretch characterized by uncrowded beaches, ice-plant covered dunes and some of the most stunning vistas found anywhere on the Strand. With unmatched site lines down the coast due to the “pulled back double lot to the south, the property at 3100 currently features a mid-remodel, 2,399s.f. 4 bedroom/3 bath, classic 1925 Spanish Revival home that beckons to a bygone era of simple beauty and timeless elegance. This Spanish villa offers a new owner the chance to complete the build out and cap the property off with a sparkling blue pool and cabana on the front part of the lot as the final flourish on this special one of a kind offering. The property at 3100 The Strand also presents the new owner with options. You have the freedom to complete the owner’s vision of a “less is more” timeless Spanish Villa or to start afresh and build out your vision of the best Manhattan Beach has to offer. The current owner sees value for the completed Spanish Revival home in the mid $17m’s, and the Receiver is open to exploring a transaction structure that would deliver the completed Spanish Villa to a Buyer. All offers subject to the approval of the Receiver and the Superior Court which appointed the Receiver. "

3100 The Strand begins at $13.800M.

3100 The Strand is listed by Bryn Stroyke, Bayside.

East Manhattan Beach

22 Santa Cruz Ct. (3br/3ba, 1916 sqft.) is a Village Plan 3, with dual primary suites, one on the first floor, and one upstairs. 

Kitchen and baths are nicely upgraded and "middle of the road" in style – which we mention because sometimes Village remodels trend toward the wacky, where the next owner may need to redo things again.

From the official description:

"Welcome to 22 Santa Cruz Court in the desirable and prestigious guard gated Manhattan Village. Wonderful location within the complex and just a short walk to the beautifully renovated Manhattan Village shopping and dining plaza. Open spaces, walkways, community pool and jacuzzi areas just minutes away from LAX, downtown Manhattan Beach and the ocean... This Plan3 with 1,916 sq. ft. of living space offers 2 large master suites, nicely remodeled kitchen with Bosch dishwasher, Sub Zero Fridge and Thermador 5 burner cooktop with oven. Large extended living patio off the living/dining room. Wood floors and plantation shutters throughout plus AC. Large storage room plus tons of built in storage in the garage with epoxy floors. This unit has been beautifully maintained. Hurry - only Plan 3 court unit currently on the market. You will not be disappointed."

22 Santa Cruz Ct. begins at $1.749M.

22 Santa Cruz Ct. is listed by Ted Dodd, Manhattan Pacific Realty, Inc.

1504 Mathews (4br/3ba, 2024 sqft.) is a 1950s original with some upgrades to the kitchen, and a bonus room added in back off of the garage.

While the home is officially described as a being located just a "stone's throw" from the high school, arguably it's closer than that, just one door in off of Peck and with the newer science building dominant in view at the end of Mathews. If your kids are ever late for school coming from this place, it ain't because of traffic.

The home is presented cleanly, but a little bit as a time capsule, with much of the sellers' original furniture in each room.

That becomes a bit fun when you get to that bonus room, or "club room," as it is labeled in the listing. It's tempting to call the space a "pub room" with its throwback look and feel, replete with colored holiday lights and durable leather chairs surrounding bar tables.

From the official description:

"A large original home on a great lot. Family owned since 1965, this 4 bedroom 3 bath home is available after 58 years. Desirable 50 X 150 lot, (7500 sq ft) 2 of the bedrooms with ensuites have outside entrances to the large back patio. Along with the 2 car detached garage with workspace in the rear of the home you will also find a Club room, 575 sq feet, perfect for entertaining, setting up as an office, hobby or workout room. A stones throw from Mira Costa High School and 6 blocks from Pennekamp Elementary School. This single level home appeals to a family to make their own, developer or investor. Benefit from the solar system 100% owned powering the home, no lease payments. Plenty of parking with the 2 car garage and long driveway. Back yard spa is currently inoperable. Home is being sold as is. County records show a 3 bedroom 2 bath home at 1861 sq ft. and 7474 Sq ft lot. Current configuration is 4 bedroom 3 bath and approximately 2025 sq ft. Buyer to verify square footage." 

1504 Mathews begins at $2.590M.

1504 Mathews is listed by Mike Giltner, Giltner Realty.

Tree Section

3108 Elm (2br/1ba, 823 sqft.) is not just original, it's in rough shape, enough that the listing declared that a buyer "may not be able to get traditional financing."

Asking price is considerably below $2M for a lot on a fairly quiet and charming block of the Trees.

From the official description:

"Here's an incredible opportunity to acquire one of the few remaining "starter" homes in Manhattan Beach's Tree Section and create from it your dream home in a prestigious neighborhood. This two-bedroom, one-bath cozy cottage (823sq ft) sits on a 4481 sq ft lot, with plenty of room to expand and still create an enchanting outdoor space. Great location, just west of Sepulveda, a 2-minute drive to shops, restaurants and entertainment found at Manhattan Village and The Point... Due to deferred maintenance, buyer may not be able to get traditional financing and may need all cash. "

3108 Elm begins at $1.665M.

3108 Elm is listed by Anne Marie Reggie, eXp Realty of California Inc.