Manhattan Beach New Listings (9/23-9/24/23)

This week brings another healthy round of new inventory, with something for almost everyone. (Hill Section buyers will have to keep hunting among active listings and off-market.)

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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Sand Section

 501 6th Place (4br/3ba, 2300 sqft.) is a pleasant surprise in a walkstreet-adjacent location.

The lot size and shape are a bit different, 45' x 60', but this still brings the total to a standard 2700 sqft.

The house is modestly midsized at 2300 sqft., with 2br down and 2br up. There's even a bonus, covered outdoor room up an outdoor spiral staircase, which offers a fun space with compelling views of the neighborhood, Hill Section and toward PV.

The home itself features a small series of adjoining living spaces all on the first floor, everything built in a beachy theme and updated and refreshed.

Both first-floor bedrooms have doors out to the private patio area, and there's a second floor deck, too, in addition to that top-level outdoor room.

The location is just inset from the South End walkstreets, between 7th and 6th, and along 6th Place, which admittedly hosts a daily stream of neighborhood traffic. The house seems set back and elevated enough to minimize impacts from the road, but you'll want to evaluate that for yourself.

The place has a lot of style and may well force a smile.

From the official description:

"This could very well be your dream home nestled in the prestigious Sand Section of Manhattan Beach. Situated on a corner lot, this captivating Cape Cod residence offers the perfect blend of coastal elegance and modern luxury. As you enter, you'll be greeted by a spacious and open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living room, kitchen, and dining room. The living room features coffered wood ceilings, creating a simultaneously warm and sophisticated ambiance. The kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring top-of-the-line appliances, ample counter space, and a large island for gathering and meal preparation. The adjacent dining room is perfect for hosting dinner parties and enjoying family meals. Also downstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, each offering comfort and privacy. Two of those bedrooms open up to the backyard/patio, allowing for easy access to outdoor enjoyment. The primary bedroom is located upstairs, featuring vaulted ceilings and opening up to a private patio with a spiral staircase leading to a rooftop deck. Imagine waking up to stunning city views and enjoying your morning coffee in this serene setting. The luxurious primary bathroom includes a large soaking tub, a walk-in shower, dual sinks, and a fireplace, creating a spa-like ambiance. Adjacent to the primary suite is a perfect home office open to a private sundeck, providing a peaceful and inspiring space to work from home. The exterior of the property is equally impressive. A private backyard offers a serene retreat, while an outdoor shower adds a touch of luxury and convenience. The Sand Section is renowned for its proximity to shopping, dining, and various points of interest. With the beach just moments away, you'll have endless opportunities to enjoy the sun, sand, and surf."

501 6th Place begins at $3.999M and is open Sat. & Sun. 1-4pm.

501 6th Place is listed by Lauren Forbes, Compass

 3812 The Strand (12br/8ba, 4932 sqft.) is an upgraded 4-unit building in El Porto.

From the official description:

"Have you ever dreamed of owning and living in a 3 bedroom 2 bath place on The Strand in Manhattan Beach and having somebody else pay for it? Here is your chance. This brilliantly designed, grandfathered, quadraplex features three (3) west facing units with full width beach, white water and ocean view balconies, stacked on top of each other, and one additional unit behind the top floor above the 8 car parking area (which includes 3 garages)."

"The 3 front units have been nicely updated and have open floor plans with kitchen, dining area and living area open to a wall of windows, the balcony, the Strand, beach and beautiful ocean. The rear unit #4 has also been updated and is in nice condition as well, and has some ocean views from the entry balcony, one can see ocean every time they get home. Relax and enjoy the cool ocean breezes virtually every afternoon. What an amazing property and legacy investment. And what a great place to buy and have loved ones live close by. The sale is subject to inspection. Lots of photos to help you visualize the space. Owner's unit #3 and unit #2's original 3 bedroom floor plans have been modified to be 2 bedrooms where the primary is double the depth. One can see how they can be returned to 3 bedroom units pretty easily. Units 1,2 and 4 are in superior condition to owners unit. This legacy asset just needs some love and the rents can grow substantially."

3812 The Strand begins at $7.500M

3812 The Strand is listed by Robb Stroyke, Bayside

 416 23rd Street (4br/4ba, 2853 sqft.) is not literally new this week, they actually debuted in August at $3.899M and have now re-listed $250K lower.

In the spirit of recycling, we'll share some of the language we used in our August post about the house:

[This home] benefits from an unusually sized 40' x 90' lot, ten feet wider than your typical Sand Section lot, and therefore 900 sqft. larger.

While the 2003 build is 3 stories with 4br, it's not supersized, coming in under 3000 sqft.

Where you really feel the size is in the top floor living spaces, fully open and just voluminous. You might feel more like you're in a Tree Section or East Manhattan house, given the width of the space.

The home definitely features design details that were current 20 years ago. Whether one wants to do a cosmetic remodel is in the eye of the beholder/buyer.

Another bonus: On the first floor, there's not just a bedroom suite. There's an adjoining living room and kitchenette space. It could be convenient for live-in help or adult children living at home.

From the official description:

"AMAZING OPPORTUNITY TO OWN ONE OF MANHATTAN BEACH'S LARGEST TOWNHOUSES! 2,853 sf 4 bedroom 3.5 bathroom corner property with sunset and ocean views. With an easy walk to the beach, top rated Grandview Elementary School, Live Oak Park, famous Sand Dune Park, Dorsey Baseball Field and downtown Manhattan Beach enjoy one of the best locations in the coveted Manhattan Beach sand section! The north facing front entry features a beautifully landscaped lawn area drenched in sunlight and view of the ocean. The wide open living area is highlighted by natural light creating an energetic mood and features a dream chefs kitchen with a large center island, double oven, 2 dishwashers, 2 refrigerators, a 6 burner cooktop and west facing balcony perfect for entertaining. The second floor features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms including the west view facing primary suite with a luxurious master bathroom featuring dual vanities and spa tub. The entry level features the 2 car garage (plus one covered driveway parking spot) and a one bedroom suite with it’s own bonus/living room with kitchenette which could be used as separate living quarters or rental."

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416 23rd Street begins at $3.650M and is open Sat. & Sun. 1-4pm.

416 23rd Street is listed by Neil Chhabria, Chhabria Real Estate Company

 3614 Vista Drive (3br/2ba, 1326 sqft.) is a smallish house on a tiny lot (1139 sqft!), but that means you are looking at substantially the lowest-price home in the Sand Section.

There's only been one sale in more than 6 years in the Sand Section under $1.400M, and that was a lot sale on Rosecrans.

From the official description:

"Diamond in the rough! Rare find....lowest priced single family home in the Sand Section. The possibilities are endless with this corner lot, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home located just blocks from the beach. Fixer upper with tons of potential! Opportunity is knocking... rarely does a property of this kind hit the market. Investors, builders, flippers, part-timers, full-timers... this property is versatile in so many ways. Vintage beach house with a one car garage and room for 2 more cars on site. The ground floor features an oversized bedroom/office with bathroom, private laundry room, and access to garage. Upstairs is open concept living room with updated kitchen. Two additional bedrooms and bath also located on upper level. Located just steps from all the North Manhattan has to offer...restaurants, shopping, coffee shops, yoga, and easy access to LAX and Freeways. Property is currently tenant occupied. Do not disturb tenants. Offers are Subject to Inspection. Photos were taken prior to tenants occupying property - the property is NOT Vacant. Property address is also noted as 416 Rosecrans, REAR."

3614 Vista Drive begins at $1.400M 

3614 Vista Drive is listed by Lisa Stott, Re/Max Estate Properties

Tree Section

 2209 Oak Avenue (3br/2ba, 1175 sqft.) is a very traditional, straightforward late-1940s bungalow style home, with a living room up front, somewhat open galley kitchen in the middle, and bedrooms down a hallway straight to the back.

The primary suite does have its own bath. (That was not always the case in some of the older homes.)

A smallish home with the original floorplan, just barely west of Sepulveda, is how you get into the Tree Section (just barely) under $2M.

From the official description:

"This one has all you need to make it your home. Recline on the front porch with your morning coffee as the sun rises from the east. Spend your Sunday in the garden planting the brightest flowers. Entertain friends and family for game night around the fire in the living room. Practice your culinary skills in the kitchen as you pass hors d'oeuvres across the bar to the dining room. Relax to the comfort of the AC when the heat of summer kicks in. Explore new hobbies and crafts in your oversized two car garage. Set up a cornhole tournament along the driveway and a soccer field on the backyard turf. This home offers a little bit of everything; the memories it creates are up to you."

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2209 Oak Avenue begins at $1.975M and is open Sat. & Sun. 1-4pm.

2209 Oak Avenue is listed by Rob Mcgarry, Vista Sotheby's International Realty

 2905 Palm Avenue (3br/2ba, 1611 sqft.) is a nicely modernized 3br.

You know how when you visit an older home, and say, "if we could just open that up..."

They opened it up. The kitchen is wide open to dining areas in back, and disappearing/foldaway doors integrate the space with the super charming deck in back.

Everything is nicely updated and compelling.

From the official description:

"Welcome to the Tree Section! Move-in ready ONE level home that has been upgraded throughout. You are greeted with a front courtyard which is a perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee! Upgraded kitchen with SubZero Legacy refrigerator with glass door, new Thermador dishwasher, Wolf range and an abundance counter space and cabinets. Family room has Fleetwood doors that disappear into the wall and is perfect for Al Fresco dining and entertaining on the back deck. It is surrounded by an abundance of tall hedges making for a very private setting."

"Wood burning fireplace, security system, AC, water filtration system, electric car charger, wine refrigerator, tankless water heater and remodeled bathrooms are just a few of the amenities here."

2905 Palm Avenue begins at $2.799M

2905 Palm Avenue is listed by Colleen Mcguire, Re/Max Estate Properties

East Manhattan Beach

 1205 Wendy Way (3br/2ba, 1674 sqft.) is a thoughtfully remodeled Liberty Village cottage, where the front portion of the home is more or less original, but the center and back have been drastically opened up and rebuilt.

Typically when a Liberty Village home gets an addition, it's just a long, flat, low-ceilinged extension of the original house. Here, high, beamed cathedral ceilings make for a hugely inviting central living area and primary suite.

Everything opens out to a compelling garden area filled with pollinators' delights.

From the official description:

"This elegant, beautifully-designed single-family home in a fantastic neighborhood in Manhattan Beach is bursting with charm! A stone pathway through the stunning front garden leads you to the the porch with delightful yellow door. The interior features vaulted, wood-beamed ceilings, tons of windows with great natural lighting, and stunning real hardwood floors throughout. The open-concept space connects the front family room, dining area, remodeled kitchen with stone counters and stainless steel appliances, and rear living room with fireplace. The Zen-like primary suite boasts more vaulted, beamed ceilings, a bay window, walk-in closet, and gorgeous bathroom with walk-in shower. Sets of glass sliding doors from both the living room and primary bedroom lead to a rear patio with pergola and string lights. Listen to the bubbling fountain while overlooking the serene back garden - a tranquil reprieve from the day-to-day hustle. Don't hesitate on this charmer, this home is a must-see!"

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1205 Wendy Way begins at $2.450M and is open Sat. & Sun. 1-4pm.

1205 Wendy Way is listed by Alex Smith, eXp Realty of California Inc.

 1427 8th Street (4br/5ba, 4180 sqft.) is a large 90s Spanish with upgrades.

From the official description:

"Situated on a hilltop in the best part of East Manhattan Beach, this 4 bedroom plus office home is open, bright, and recently updated with thoughtful designer touches and finishes. The large office can easily be a 5th bedroom. Access to the home is through a beautiful front courtyard, and as you walk inside you will appreciate the feeling of spaciousness as well as the 19 foot skylit ceiling and graceful curved staircase. There are hardwood floors throughout. The living room boasts French doors which open to the courtyard as well as a dramatic 15 foot ceiling and a double-sided fireplace shared with the dining room. The formal dining room has a bay window, custom cabinetry and shelving. The "To Die For" remodeled kitchen features a huge breakfast bar, Thermador appliances (refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, warming drawer) Viking cooktop, two Subzero drawers, veggie sink, butler's pantry with beverage fridge, soft touch cabinets and drawers, plus loads of storage. The large family room opens to a lovely patio and back yard and features extensive cabinetry, a coffered ceiling and a fireplace. There is a private bedroom suite on the lower level as well as a designer powder room."

1427 8th Street begins at $3.999M 

1427 8th Street is listed by Michael Dunitz, Palm Realty Boutique, Inc.