Manhattan Beach Sand Section

232 30th Place is a Great Single Family Home in the heart of the Manhattan Beach Sand Section. 3 bedrooms and 3 baths on a corner lot west of highland with very nice ocean views. Located just steps to the sand and a quick stroll to the shopping and dining district of North Manhattan.

Other features include New Central Air Conditioning and heating system, 2 car garage with extra storage, wood floors throughout and a great layout with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths up and 1 bedroom and 1 bath downstairs with its own wet bar area and private entry. Best value in the sand section.

The real estate market in Manhattan Beach never ceases to amaze me – especially lately. The inventory is tight and it doesn’t appear that it will loosen up anytime in the near future. With all the prime properties either sold or in escrow, investors and traditional buyers are forced to look for homes on streets they previously wouldn’t have considered.

This past Saturday, four homes on the same street (two townhouse buildings) went into a pending status after being on the market for almost a year – 330 days to be exact. All four have the same floor plan and all have 1,850 square feet of living space. Let’s take a look at each home’s particulars and then try to figure out what happened. 

224 Marine Ave & 225 Marine Place

These townhouses offer

An interesting fact about “beach property in California” is that while beaches dot the entire California coast, from north to south, the perception of beach property in California is of those in the southern part of the state.

Northern California homes, if located on the beach, are generally described as “ocean-front.” I’m not sure, but I think it has something to do with the differences in climate and lifestyle between the two areas. Southern California’s weather is more conducive to spending time on the beach, thus the beach is a central theme in the lives of those that live on it.

Southern California seems to afford a more casual lifestyle as well, especially near our beaches. This laid-back meme, for the most part, isn’t common in Northern

In 2011 we saw an influx of stagnant Strand homes in Manhattan Beach for sale. Properties that did not find a home in 2011, saw bidders gobble them up in 2012. We saw this numerous occasions so far this year. We are going to take a look at all of the properties in 2011 and 2012 on The Strand in Manhattan Beach.  

Strand Homes In Manhattan Beach: Available In 2011 But Sold In 2012

1712 The Strand, Manhattan Beach: A+ location only 6 blocks north of the pier, very walkable to downtown. Built by Louie Tomaro in 2008 this Tuscany inspired home has 4,500 square feet on a 33.3 X 100 lot. Staggering panoramic ocean and Pier views, this home features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths seamlessly laid out.

This property is a great example of what has taken place and

A Manhattan Beach ocean view home was just listed on July 25, 2012 by Matt Pernice of NW Real Estate Brokers.  Matt Pernice specializes in The Sand Section of Manhattan Beach along with ocean view homes.

The list price of this ocean view home is $1,350,000 and provides great flexibility to a new buyer.  Rent out the unit downstairs and live upstairs or incorporate the rental into the main living area.  The choose is yours!

Located in the northern part of Manhattan Beach, California this north facing property is within close proximity to the beach and restaurants.

Description:
Ocean View Single Family in The Sand Section of Manhattan Beach.  This property is within walking distance to all of the bars, restaurants, and yoga studios found in North Manhattan.

Additional Details:
Asking $1,350,000
Single Family Zoned (R1)
1225 Square Feet
1350 Square Feet Lot Dimensions of 30X45
3 bedrooms and 2.0 bathrooms total

The 100 block is one of the most desireable locations in all of Southern California.  Huge ocean views without the traffic of a strand home.  Majority of the properties on the 100 block are situated on a full 30X90 lot with a north/south orentation.  Let's take a look at the all of the properties that have traded hands thus far on the 100 block this year.  

128 18th St Manhattan Beach, CA: Situated on one the most desirable walk streets north of the pier.  This ocean view north facing spec, was recently built in 2012 with approximately 4,000 square feet.

With a short walk from the downtown, 128 18th St features 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, two family rooms, and two over-sized balconies with pocket Nano doors.  Sweeping ocean views from Catalina to Malibu

Looking for the full listing on this property?  Find the detailed report on 3615 Crest Manhattan Beach.

Description:
Ocean View Duplex in The Sand Section of Manhattan Beach.  This property is owned by Chase Bank and is one of two Foreclosures in Manhattan Beach.

Additional Details:
Asking $905,000
Legally Zoned Duplex
Built in 1958, but remodeled several times
1450 Square Feet
1350 Square Feet Lot Dimensions of 30X45
3 bedrooms and 3.0 bathrooms total

View the full listing report for 201 43rd St in the north end of Manhattan Beach CA.

Description:
Single family detached home in North Manhattan Beach, CA.  This El Porto home ocean views from two levels and is in a great location to hit the local surf spots.

Additional Details:
Asking $1,479,000 
Single Family Residence
Built In 2003
1799 Square Feet
1350 Square Foot, Lot Dimensions 30X45 
3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms

Please note that there was an error on a few of the details on the video.  I quoted 2000 sqaure feet on the video, but its only 1800 or so.  Year build was also 2003 not 2000 that was stated on the video tour.

A hoover video over Manhattan Beach, CA.  Thought this gave a great perspective over our city. It was shot at dawn with a helicopter and shows a great sunrise in the video. Check it out!