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Private Palladian Inspired Italian Villa with Panoramic Ocean Views on over an Acre with Vineyard Offered by Raju Chhabria, Shorewood Realtors
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“I’m Big at the B each” No other RE/MAX agent has sold more real estate in the three Beach Cities combined!
Robert Freedman 310-291-7779
#1 at RE/MAX Manhattan Beach for over 25 years running
SOLD!
WALKSTREET CORNER PROPERTY!
A MOST PREMIER LOCATION
300 30th Street Manhattan Beach
704 Pacific Avenue, Manhattan Beach
Yes this property is on the WALKSTREET corner of Highland Ave. and 30th Street, but of all the Highland properties in which I have been to, this is quieter – REALLY! And for this home and these views AT THIS PRICE, you should see for yourself.
Custom built in 1997, with superior materials throughout, including Marvin windows, oak flooring and cherry cabinets. Lot is 8,960 sq.ft. (56 X 160)
• 4 Bedrooms 3.5 Baths 2,529 Square Feet • Open Great room Style Living Area with Big Panoramic Views • Spacious Ocean views decks & Private Patio
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$1,649,122
• Chef’s island kitchen with granite and tile counters and top quality appliances. • Spectacular Ocean Views • Chef’s island kitchen with granite and tile counters and top quality appliances.
Offered at $4,895,000
Wine cellar!
Theatre/media room!
INCREDIBLE HOME-ON-THE-HILL HAS IT ALL! 230 Anderson, Manhattan Beach Perched upon one of the highest points of the prestigious Manhattan Beach Hill Section, this amazing home was built to the highest of standards with the finest finishes. • 4 BR’s 3 ½ + ½ Bath (Call for options up to 6 BRS) • Over 6,200 Square Feet of Living Space • Panoramic Ocean Views and Spacious View Decks • Custom Crafted Woodwork Throughout • Full Basement with Gym, Wine Cellar and more • 4 car garage, 3-stop elevator, dual AC
Offered at $4,499,000 NEW LISTING! 1540 Gates Avenue | Manhattan Beach 5 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 4000 sq ft
SOLD!
$1,899,122
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RARE SINGLE FAMILY HOME
DID I MENTION THE VIEWS
3108 Vista Manhattan Beach
233 1st Street Manhattan Beach
Drenched with natural light in every nook and corridor, this nearly new Single Family Home is located on a corner lot in the heart of the Sand Section. This contemporary beach retreat offers a completely open floor plan with gleaming hardwood floors, ocean views towards Malibu from the upper living area, formalized dining nook and much more.
This stunning 2003 built 4 BR 3.5 Bath townhome is located at the highly sought after south end of Manhattan Beach, where good properties like this are scarce; with truly some of the best ocean views you will ever see, and an open floor plan from which to enjoy them.
• 3 Bedrooms & 3 Bathrooms • Opulent Master Suite with dual Walk-in Closets • 2000 Square Feet of Living Space on 30 x 45 Corner Lot
Offered at $1,599,122
• Incredible Panoramic Ocean Views • 2 Blocks to the Sand • Maple Hardwood Floors and Maple Cabinets with Granite and Travertine Counters
All for $1,699,122
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Our program of the week: 6 Month Libor Variable ARM to $5,000,000 at 2.125% rate, 2.240% APR! *Interest only payment options available.
A 6 Month Libor Variable ARM as of 9/27/11 has a rate of 2.125% (2.240% APR) fixed for 6 months. 720 credit score and no prepayment penalty. Loan converts to 1.625 over 6 Month Libor, .50. Loan has principal and interest or interest only payments. 80% to $1,500,000, 75% to $2,000,000, 70% to $2,500,000, 65% to $3,000,000 and 60% to $5,000,000 Terms may vary, conditions and restrictions apply. Rates subject to change without notice. Coast Capital Group, Inc. is licensed as a Real Estate Broker - CA Dept of Real Estate - License #01374996, NMLS #285706
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Our success is only as great as the experience of each and every client. Dear Christian, I wanted to take a moment and thank you for your heroics in executing a $2.1M mortgage approval, loan and close within less than 10 days. As you know, we were pre-approved by another lender for months on a challenging short sale only to find out at the eleventh hour that the lender ultimately would not approve our loan. This left us very little time to re-start the process as the impending short sale was nearing a firm foreclosure date. However, through your efforts we were able to process the entire loan and close on our new dream home in less than 10-days. You knew exactly what was required and were always three steps ahead anticipating the lenders likely requests. Without your experience, relationships, professionalism and quick actions we would have lost our new home. Thank you so much for your assistance. Please feel free to have any potential clients contact me as a reference. Kind regards, - James M. Haefner, Chief Operating Officer | A T H E N I X
$2.1M Mortgage closed in less than 10 days
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LILY | LIANG Presents:
Paseo Del Mar, Palos Verdes Estates 7,983 sq.ft. home on a 24,840 sq.ft. lot with 6 Bedrooms and 6.5 Bathrooms Separate Guest House, Pool/Jacuzzi, Gourmet Kitchen, Ocean Front Location with Superior Construction Quality and Understated Elegance.
$5,999,000
65 Paseo De La Luz, Rancho Palos Verdes In the Exclusive Guarded Community of Oceanfront Estate, 7,985 sq.ft. Home with 5 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms, Library, Gourmet Kitchen with Secondary Kitchen, Game Room, Semi-Indoor Gym, Basketball Court and Outdoor Entertaining Area, Private Studio in Garage which can be removed for a 5 car garage.
$4,199,000
Palos Verdes’ Finest Homes & Estates for over 29 years!
1696 Via Coronel, Palos Verdes Estates A private estate offers resort style living at its best! This secluded 9,422 sq.ft. estate estate boasts panoramic Pacific Ocean views from almost every room of the home. A total renovation was designed and completed by the famous architect Don Hendrickson. The home offers 5 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, library, office, family room, eat-in gourmet kitchen, gym, sauna, wine/cigar cellar and 2 separate staff quarters with kitchen/dining and laundry facilities. The spectacular professionally landscaped lot also features a pool/spa and outdoor kitchen, a desirable N/S tennis court, and a 9-car garage.
RE JU DU ST CE D!
$7,499,000
8 San Miguel, Rolling Hills Estates
1271 Via Landeta, Palos Verdes Estates
1609 Via Barcelona, Palos Verdes Estates
Spacious One Level Home, 4,260 sq.ft. with 4
Over 6,800 sq.ft. with View, Pool/Spa on a Quiet
Views from Catalina to Malibu, 4,700 sq.ft.
Bedrooms plus Office and 7 Bathrooms,
Street, Panoramic Views, One of the lowest price
5 Bedrooms, 5 Baths. Completely Remodeled with
Huge Master Suite, Pool and Spa, 4-Car Garage.
per square foot in Upper Lunada Bay.
Maximum Privacy, Gourmet Kitchen. Pool & Spa.
$2,799,000
$2,698,000
$2,398,000
LILY | LIANG 310.373.3333 www.lilyliang.com | lily@lilyliang.com dre #00837794
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Best Priced Condominium in Redondo Beach 601 S. PROSPECT #305 REDONDO BEACH 2 Bed, 1 Bath, Top Floor End Unit Brookside Village | Priced to Sell! OFFERED AT
$329,000
Panoramic Ocean View Condo 709 N. JUANITA #5 REDONDO BEACH 3 Bed | 2 Bath | Huge Balcony OFFERED AT
$629,000
IN ESCROW 2816 COLUMBIA STREET TORRANCE 6,500 sq. ft. Industrial Building 2007 Construction 4,200+ sq. ft., Office Space
In Escrow!
19335 S. LAUREL PARK RD. RANCHO DOMINGUEZ 32,000 sq. ft. Industrial Building NYSE Long Term Tenant
OFFERED AT
OFFERED AT
$1,750,000
$2,850,000
In Escrow!
Tony Accardo Email: Tony@BeachCityTony.com • Direct: 310-855-3557 • Facebook.com/BeachCityTony.Page All information from reliable sources but not guaranteed. Buyer and Buyer’s Agent to verify.
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Beach City Real Estate Analytics 9.11.11 to 9.27.11
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Y-T-D PPF
PPF
SOLD HOMES
SUPPLY
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RANCHO PALOS VERDES - EAST
$424
$405
3
52
2
RANCHO PALOS VERDES - WEST
$444
$434
10
154
3
ROLLING HILLS
$639
$639
0
25
4
ROLLING HILLS ESTATES
$433
$304
3
32
5
PALOS VERDES ESTATES
$541
$569
4
103
6
SOUTH REDONDO BEACH
$433
$473
13
150
7
NORTH REDONDO BEACH
$348
$338
14
163
8
HERMOSA BEACH
$602
$459
4
80
9
EAST MANHATTAN BEACH
$468
$519
3
40
10
MANHATTAN BEACH
$732
$606
13
133
8
6
Reporting source from the MLS database for Single Family Homes and Townhome units (not including condominium or other property types). “PPF” Price Per Foot. “Supply” includes pending sales. ‘South Redondo Beach’ includes the Hollywood Riviera.”
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“My Canadian wife always teases me about my ‘seasonal ignorance’ and I’m okay with that. I’ll know its the Fall season when I actually start putting on long pants for that morning walk on the Esplanade and the views of the entire coastline make you stop and say, I can’t imagine living anywhere else in the world. In the Real Estate business it’s very similar.. we’ll read news reports about just about every major city getting hit with valuation storms but here at home we only see a slight climate change. Even still, the Fall season has begun and valuations are down in 6 of the 10 markets we track in the Beach Cities however Palos Verdes Estates (particularly Monte Malaga), South Redondo Beach, and East Manhattan showing a strong resistance to the trend.”
(Visit Tony’s web site regularly to see more blogs and videos)
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3 Bed, 2 Bath Completely Updated Home
3 Bed (plus an office) 1 Bath, Large 5,000 sf lot
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$870,000
$899,000
WANTED! CALL US FOR A CONFIDENTIAL OPINION OF YOUR PROPERTY AND WE’LL WORK TOWARDS GETTING YOUR PRICE FOR OUR BUYERS IN NEED! ROLLING HILLS: More than 5 bedrooms, updated, pool, workshop/barn Strong cash Buyer, up to $5M. REDONDO BEACH: Updated Single Family Home with more than 3 Bedrooms - All cash Buyer, up to $800k.
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SOUTH BAY HISTORY TIDBITS
PALOS VERDES LANDFILL CONTENTS By Maureen Megowan / RE/Max Palos Verdes Execs
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Home of the Week
65 Via Del Cielo, Rancho Palos Verdes Offered by Gayle Probst of Coldwell Banker.
42 Sweet Digs Spain on The Strand: A Renovation Honors the Home’s Heritage.
69 On The Cover Palladian inspired Italian Villa with Panoramic Ocean Views & Vineyard. Offered by Raju Chhabria of Shorewood Realtors. Photo Credit: Paul Jonason.
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During the early 1900’s the Dicalite Company began mining diatomaceous earth (also known as dicalite) in the area now occupied by the South Coast Botanical Gardens off of Crenshaw Blvd, the former Palos Verdes Landfill site between Hawthorne and Crenshaw, and Ernie Howlett Park off of Hawthorne Blvd, but at this time it was mostly surface mining. By 1929, open-pit mining was being pursued. In 1944 the mine operation was sold to the Great Lakes Carbon Company (“Great Lakes”) and mining began in earnest. By 1956, production of the mine declined and the site was sold to the County of Los Angeles, which then converted the site to a Sanitary Landfill in 1957 . On Dec. 31, 1980, the Palos Verdes landfill officially closed after having accepted a total of 24 million tons of trash since its opening. Partial restoration of the site began with the opening of the South Coast Botanic Garden on the eastern end of the site in April 1961, and the construction of Ernie Howlett Park on the site’s western side, a project fully completed in 1982. The site between Hawthorne and Crenshaw, however, still remains unimproved. Recently, the County had considered constructing a golf course, however local opposition killed the project. An energy facility converts methane gas from the decomposing trash into energy on-site. My husband and I are currently leading an effort to have the County of Los Angeles construct a dog park on the landfill site just north of Palos Verdes Drive North and off of Hawthorne Blvd. The area known as Butcher Hill at the southwest corner of Hawthorne Blvd and Via Valmonte, beginning in 1944, before Hawthorne was extended past the current Via Valmonte in 1965, was part of the dicalite earth mine, and extended into the area now occupied by the Hillside Village shopping center. This is the last remnants of the dicalite open pit mining that had taken place on the north side of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. This land had been leased by Great Lakes from the Vanderlip family, that still owned approx. 6,800 acres of the original 16,000 acres retained by Frank Vanderlip, Sr. when he sold the land which made up the Palos Verdes Project in the early 1920’s, which later became the City of Palos Verdes Estates. Another rich dicalite deposit was known to exist on a 165-acre tract near the crest of the Peninsula. For two years, Great Lakes had been unsuccessfully attempting to purchase this property from the Vanderlip family. Finally, in July 1953, Great Lakes in a stock transaction purchased all 6,800 acres from the Palos Verdes Corporation, the Vanderlip family’s corporation. The Great Lakes Carbon Corporation, subsequently realizing that this land would be more valuable if developed, then created a master plan for the acreage, which later became the cities of Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills Estates, and the unincorporated area known as Palos Verdes Peninsula.
Contributing Writers pamela Corante-Hansen Quinn Roberts editorial@southbaydigs.cOM South Bay Digs, 2554 Via Tejon, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274 Office: 310-373-0142 • Fax: 310-373-3493 www.SouthBayDigs.com South Bay Digs magazine is published every other Friday by m3 Media, LLC. Reproduction in any form or by any means is strictly prohibited without the prior written consent from m3 Media LLC. The Publisher and advertisers are not responsible or liable for misinformation, misprints, or typographical errors. All advertised properties are subject to prior sale or withdrawal without notice. Real estate advertised in this publication is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act. M3 Media will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. Any and all submissions to this publication become the property of m3 Media, LLC and may be used in any media. To Our Readers: South Bay Digs Magazine welcomes your feedback and encourages reader response to our editorial features. Please send your letters to the Publisher at 2554 Via Tejon, Palos Verdes Estates, CA. 90274 or via email to wdow@southbaydigs.com. Please include your name and contact information. Letters may be published and we reserve the right to edit. Advertising: For inquiries, please contact Publisher Warren Dow at 310-373-0142. Subscriptions: Subscriptions are $26 per year. Subscribe by email: contact@southbaydigs.com or via phone: 310-373-0142. © 2011 m3 Media, LLC. All rights reserved.
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22 MELA LANE, RANCHO PALOS VERDES
99 VANDERLIP DR., RANCHO PALOS VERDES
This stunning 3 bedroom plus Office, 3.5 bath, 3.064 sq. ft. Home in the Private gated Villa Verde area is Decorator Perfect, with a 180 degree View from the Ocean to the Mountains, making for a spectacular “Queen’s Necklace” & City light View. It is Light Filled, with Soaring Ceilings, Hardwood floors, Leaded Glass Windows, and French Doors. The upstairs has an open Floor Plan in the Kitchen, Breakfast area, and Family room. Enjoy the views from the Balcony off of the Living Room or the Huge Lower Deck with a Spa overlooking the Community Pool. Other features include 3 Fireplaces, all Bedrooms with” En Suite” Baths, Built-in Cabinets, Large Storage Closet and attached 2 Car Garage. 2 Tennis Courts, Gazebo, Spacious Green Grass and Open Space. This is very Private Enclave of 33 Homes with Security Gates.
Once in a lifetime opportunity to own both a beautiful home as well as a piece of history. Frank Vanderlip, the original developer of Palos Verdes, constructed this home, which he called “The Cottage”, in 1916. This is the earliest existing home on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. The Cottage is ideally situated at the top of the Portuguese Bend community behind private gates, and adjacent to the famous Vanderlip Mansion. The home has incredible ocean and Catalina views. The Cottage has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and is approx. 3,866 sq. ft. There is also an adjacent guest house. Both the dining room and living room exude a Victorian style of the 1920’s. The 3 upstairs bedrooms are very large, especially the Master Bedroom, with spectacular ocean views. The private entrance drive is up a beautiful tree-lined promenade ending at the entrance to the Vanderlip Mansion and The Cottage. The sense of history and exclusivity of the home, combined with its beautiful architecture, pool area and views, makes The Cottage one of the most unique homes on the Palos Verdes Peninsula.
Call to show by appointment.
Priced to sell at $1,335,000
Just Reduced to $1,999,000
For virtual tour, go to: www.PalosVerdesLiving.com
Maureen Megowan 310.541.6416
Take a seat. I’ll do the rest.
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Web blog: mmegowan.activerain.com
THE HOME YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR! 645 33RD STREET, MANHATTAN BEACH This is the location you have been waiting for—some consider it one of the best family blocks in town! A flat street, with no through traffic, within walking distance to Sand Dune park, the beach, Grandview elementary school, restaurants and shops. Enter the front gate and you are immediately charmed by the large private entertaining patio, complete with mature trees and water fountain. Through the front door and beyond the two sets of French doors is the large, open and bright “great room.” The remodeled kitchen is open to the nook, large family room and dining room that all look out to the south, featuring light and parklike views. The home has four large bedrooms (one currently used as a double office) and three bathrooms. There is also a bonus room perfect as a playroom, den or office. The master suite was recently remodeled with travertine fireplace, hardwood floors and master bath with double sinks, steam shower and oversized tub. In addition, this oversized tree section lot (5400 square feet—street to alley) has a large grassy back yard and a wide side yard that provide for ample outdoor living space for family and pets. Additional amenities include: 2 car garage with built in cabinets, hardwood floors, newer windows, skylights, solar tube and loads of storage under staircase and in crawl space.
$1,650,000
Current 2011 Resume: 2 Active Listings 2 Escrows 17 Closed Sales Totaling $42,488,900
Lauren Forbes
NW Real Estate 310.901.8512 Lauren@LaurenForbes.com www.LaurenForbes.com MANHATTAN SAND UNDER $1 MILLION!
3604 MANHATTAN AVENUE, MANHATTAN BEACH
Come see the huge ocean views from this spacious two bedroom, two and one-half bathroom home just steps from the sand. Upstairs, the living space is open with granite kitchen, double sided fireplace to living room, dining area and ocean view deck. Bedrooms are both good sized with ample storage and each have their own baths. Three car parking.
$999,000
John Corrales NW Real Estate 310.346.3332 corralesjohn@aol.com
2010 Resume: 57 Closed Transactions 2011 Resume: 27 Closed Sales, 5 Escrows 24 Listings
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THE MODERN BEACH HOUSE SUGGESTED DAILY POSSIBILITIES: 5 AM
12:58 PM
Place your buy order of 10,000 Apple shares from your panoramic ocean view living room
Lock in profits from your Apple trade and walk to Martha’s for lunch
6:30 AM
5 PM
Practice your surfing aerials out front
Clear your mind in your spa master suite
8 AM
7 PM
Conference calls all day from the sky deck
Have friends over for martinis and walk to the Strand House for dinner
11 AM Organize your social calendar and write checks to your favorite charities.
9:30 PM Stay out or lights out?
North Hermosa Beach. For Sale. Price Upon Request.
MANHATTAN & HERMOSA BEACH
101 19th Street • Hermosa Beach
225 16th Street • Manhattan Beach
4 Bedrooms | 3.75 Bathrooms | 3,631 sq ft | French Mediterranean
5 Bedrooms | 5 Bathrooms | 3,777 sq ft | Ocean Views
Some of the many features include an elevator, circular staircase, enclosed courtyard, marble flooring, gourmet kitchen, large recreation room.
Tiled hardscape and terraced planters. Granite, marble, glass block and tile throughout. Gourmet kitchen, 4 car garage + one or two exterior spaces.
$2,699,000
$3,195,000
3525 Walnut Ave. • Manhattan Beach
4 Bermuda Court • Manhattan Village
1406 Laurel Ave. • Manhattan Beach
5 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | 3,509 sq ft | Tree Section
2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1,465 sq ft | 3,920 sq ft lot
5 Bedrooms | 6 Bathrooms | 4,600 sq ft | 6,000 sq ft lot
$1,399,000
$695,000
$2,700,000
JOHN CHUKA 310.990.1110
PR NEW IC E!
NEW LISTINGS - MANHATTAN VILLAGE
37 Catalina Court • Manhattan Village Tree views from all windows! | 2 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths Customized Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances | Family Room Attached to Kitchen | Skylights | Granite | Tile | Stone Flooring | Plantation Shutters | Air Conditioner | Master Bath with Custom Walk-In Shower | Updated Fixtures Throughout Home
$795,000 HI NEW LL SE PRI CT CE IO N!
19 Chatham • Manhattan Village Plan 4 Estate Home • 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths • One of the most desirable estates home on a cul de sac street • Large back yard with Melaleuca trees bordering the upper back yard for enhanced privacy • Traditional Japanese Garden with Rhalis Palms, Black Pine Bonsai, Japanese Red Maple, 3 Cupper Beech trees, Hinoki Cypress, and Sago Palms • 3 Car Garage has custom garage cabinetry with a large butcher block workbench • Pool and spa conveniently located on Chatham • Dual zone A/C unit Security System, hot water recirculation, new intercom system, front-projected ’96 Blueray home theatre system in Family room • Ethernet RJ-45 and coaxial cable connections in every room, RJ-15-6-line capacity connections in every room and garage
$1,579,000
LISTED WITH KERRY & JOHN
222 N. Dianthus St. • Manhattan Beach Huge Living Room | Fireplace that seems to fit in with “Mad Men Series.” Kitchen w/ Granite Counters Breakfast Bar | Stainless Steel Appliances | Master Bath has a Balcony Attached | 2 bedrooms Down | Large Family Room with a Cozy Brick Fireplace
$1,725,000
JOHN CHUKA 310.990.1110
LISTED WITH KERRY DAWSON
LISTED WITH KERRY DAWSON
KERRY DAWSON
310.753.5537
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DIG-O-NOMICS Quick Market Overview of Local Real Estate Statistics in Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, & Redondo Beach: Hermosa Beach | 90254 43 Active Single Family Residence Listings Average list price: $2,678,435 Average Days on Market: 106 Minimum List Price: $599,900 Maximum List Price: $18,899,000 75 Closed Sales (January-September 2011) Average List Price: $2,008,852 Average Selling Price: $1,824,899 Average Discount (List Price vs. Sales Price): -9.16%
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Manhattan Beach | 90266 101 Active Single Family Residence Listings Average list price: $2,599,680 Average Days on Market: 99 Minimum List Price: $624,900 Maximum List Price: $24,900,680 262 Closed Sales (January-September 2011) Average List Price: $1,883,471 Average Selling Price: $1,800,645 Average Discount (List Price vs. Sales Price): -4.40% Redondo Beach | 90277 35 Active Single Family Residence Listings Average list price: $1,138,479 Average Days on Market: 103 Minimum List Price: $430,000 Maximum List Price: $6,995,000 65 Closed Sales (January-September 2011) Average List Price: $888,039 Average Selling Price: $863,971 Average Discount (List Price vs. Sales Price): -2.71% Redondo Beach | 90278 44 Active Single Family Residence Listings Average list price: $652,306 Average Days on Market: 62 Minimum List Price: $345,000 Maximum List Price: $1,250,000 122 Closed Sales (January-September 2011) Average List Price: $656,484 Average Selling Price: $645,481 Average Discount (List Price vs. Sales Price): -1.68%
“It is not worth an intelligent man’s time to be in the majority. By definition, there are already enough people to do that. ” G. H. Hardy (1877 - 1947)
This issue’s front cover is one of the most magnificent homes in the South Bay – a Palladian inspired Italian Villa with panoramic ocean views and it’s own vineyard, offered by Raju Chhabria, Shorewood Realtors. Check out the details starting on page 69. Don’t miss our SWEET DIGS feature home – Spain on The Strand: A renovation honors the home’s heritage, starting on page 42. Finally, be sure to check out this issue’s Home of The Week on page 21 – an exceptional Mediterranean Villa that is situated on one of the most desirable expansive front row locations on the bluff at Oceanfront Estates, offered by Gayle Probst, Coldwell Banker. Hope you enjoy! Warren J Dow Publisher wdow@southbaydigs.com 310-373-0142
I am contemporary. I am you.
the heidman residence | manhattan beach Built: 2008 Contemporary town home with glass, smooth stucco and teak wood Developed in Manhattan Beach, California Construction notes: open floorplan design with wonderful living space that has over-sized ocean view windows and balconies, dependably durable 3/4 inch teak hard wood floors, waxed interior stucco walls, teak covered staircase, top grade elevator, viking appliances, and parking for up to six cars.
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four bedroom, two and a half baths, formal dining room and living area, two fireplaces, hardwood floors, family-sized kitchen and breakfast nook, plus family room with its own entertaining deck.
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Explore All Your Options As our market has changed, the window for maximizing coastal property opportunities has opened in the beach cities. Living at the beach is the best possible lifestyle, and there has never been a better time than now to explore your options along the coast. For sound real estate advice in a changing market, contact Jane today.
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WOW – What a Fantastic View!
39 Nuvola Court | Rancho Palos Verdes 4 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | 3,470 sq ft | 18,125 sq ft Lot Relax on your perfect covered patio, complete with built-in gas heater, watching the sunset over the Pacific, and the peacefulness of Catalina Island. This home is perfect for indoor and outdoor entertainment with several inviting patios, large fountains, and barbecue area. It has double entry doors with cut glass inserts, 4 bedrooms including master suite, a gourmet center island kitchen with all the bells and whistles, formal living room with fireplace and formal dining room, family room off the kitchen, 10 foot high ceilings, porcelain floors, dual paned windows, central air, security system, sound system, French doors, 3 car garage, and 3,470 square feet of living space. This premiere property is a true statement of who you are and how you live.
Offered at $1,695,000 | www.39NuvolaCourt.com
32534 Seacliff Drive | Rancho Palos Verdes 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 3,313 sq ft | 12,515 sq ft Lot This custom contemporary home has fabulous views and is the absolutely perfect home for entertaining! It has exotic wide plank blood wood flooring, custom semi circular staircase, wet bar and wine refrigerator, dream kitchen with custom built stainless steel hood, sub zero, Wolf double convection oven plus Viking stove and wok, exotic rock counter tops, and stainless steel and glass cabinetry, dining room with Italian chandelier and Italian torch wall sconces and custom frosted sliding door, master with walk-in closet and master bath with travertine heated floors, jacuzzi tub and shower with double shower heads and hand made custom cabinetry, surround sound, pre-wired for complete and individualized music, TV and internet, alarm system, NEO PORTE stainless steel entry door, large gym, and perfect grassy yard for entertaining. This special home is ready to just move in and enjoy the California lifestyle!
Offered at $1,995,000 | www.32534SeacliffDr.com
WHY CHOOSE GAYLE? • Gayle is the #1 Coldwell Banker Agent for Palos Verdes and the entire South Bay for 9 of the last 11 years. • She is in the Top 100 Agents for the company for Southern California and in the top 50 agents for the Westside/South Bay Region for the company. • Gayle ranks in the top 1/2 of 1% of all agents internationally and consistently sells more homes than any agent in the South Bay for Coldwell Banker.
GAYLE PROBST 310.265.7308
gayle.probst@gmail.com www.pvrealestate.com
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home of the week 65 Via Del Cielo | Rancho Palos Verdes 6 Bedrooms | 6.75 Bathrooms | 8,340 sq ft | 0.59 Acre Lot Exceptional Mediterranean Villa is situated on one of the most desirable expansive front row locations on the bluff at Oceanfront Estates! Constructed as a model home, the floor plan is grand, open, and flowing with full ocean and Catalina views from every room. The stately circular driveway leads you to an impressive entrance opening to dramatic views of the living areas, pool, decks and ocean. The estate features 6 bedrooms including office and a luxury master suite that has a yummy bath with his and hers vanities and large shower plus spa tub and large fully tricked out closet, 8 baths, 2 conservatories, music room, library, sitting areas, sauna, entertainment room with huge built-in bar and wine cellar plus entertainment center, gourmet center island kitchen that has granite counters, top of the line appliances, butler pantry and walk-in pantry and opens to a breakfast area and family room, pool and infinity spa plus outdoor entertaining area, fire pit and spacious lawn. Additionally it has gorgeous hardwood floors, flagstone floors, elevator, Elan Z electronics, office with built-in cherry wood furnishings, elegant wall and window treatments, crown moldings, central vac system, and 3 fireplaces. If you are looking for the “best of the best� in Oceanfront living, this is the home for you!!
Offered at $5,750,000 | www.65ViaDelCielo.com
KIMM BRAND 310.487.5350 South Bay Company
GAYLE PROBST 310.265.7308
gayle.probst@gmail.com www.pvrealestate.com
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20932 Tomlee Avenue, West Torrance
2703 Gates Avenue, Redondo Beach
Newer Luxury Estate, 5 Bedroom, 4.5 Baths.
3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Approx. 1,800 Sq. Ft. (Buyer to Verify).
4,800 Sq. Ft.- Large 10k+ Sq. Foot Lot. (Buyer to Verify).
Large 5,000 Sq. Ft. R2 Lot.
Oversized 3-car Garage with Bonus, Area plus (RV or Boat) Storage.
CALL FOR PRICE AND PRIVATE SHOWING!
WON’T LAST AT $399,000
NEW LISTING! HERMOSA BEACH!
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NEW DETACHED OCEAN VIEW TOWNHOMES!
123 Guadalupe, Redondo Beach
935 1st St. #B, Hermosa Beach
New Construction! 4 Bed plus loft, 3 baths.
New Pat Killen Contemporary. 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths.
Detatched ocean view townhomes. Approx. 2,500 Sq. Ft.
Ocean Views. Short Sale Subject to Bank, Approval - Already Submitted.
STARTING AT $999,000 - JUST REDUCED
STEAL AT $799,000
GARYELMINOUF I GaryElmo@gmail.com • www.GaryElmo.com • Direct: 310-292-0332 • Office: 310-543-3536 x300 All information is from various sources deemed reliable but not guaranteed all parties to verify DRE: 01139207
LMI2417 Vanderbilt #A | Redondo Beach
Premier Ocean Front Property Zoned R3
3 Bedrooms- 3 bathroom 1625 sq. ft Remodeled
Offered at $269,000
Offered at $2,200,000
Offered at $495,000
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1 Bedroom | 1 bath Spectacular Ocean Views
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360 W. Ocean Blvd. Unit 1008 | Long Beach
215 Via Alameda | Redondo Beach
217 East Sycamore Ave | El Segundo
2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms 1300 sq ft | Beautifully Remodeled
3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms 2088 sq ft | 6110 sq ft Lot
5 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms 2502 sq ft | 9225 sq ft Lot
Offered at $375,000
Priced To Sell & Gorgeous Must see! $999,000
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15213 Avis Avenue | Lawndale
1404 Mackay Lane | Redondo Beach
621 S. Gertruda | Redondo Beach
3 Bedroom | 3 Bathroom 2080 sq ft | Two-Level Front Unit
4 Bedroom | 3 Bathroom 2610 sq ft | Detached Townhome
5 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 2900 sq ft | 7600 sq ft Lot Two Levels | Stunning Ocean Views
$295,000 - REO
$784,700 - REO
Offered at $1,099,000
310.947.1667 • Rae.Lord@yahoo.com • RaeLordSells.com
rae lord DRE# 01388229
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704 Pacific Avenue 108 ROCKY PManhattan OINT ROADBeach , NEW Premier PREMIERE LISTING IN LUNADA BAY!! Location www.704PacificAve.com use o H n pe Cape OClassic -4 Cod design on a 8,960 sq ft lot with breathtaking panoramic ocean views. 5 Sun 1hill bedroom section family home custom built in 1997, with superior materials throughout. Featuring a chef’s island kitchen, office/guest suite + bathroom with a private deck, large backyard, sunny bbq patio, formal dining room & 2 family rooms. A special propertyclose to downtown, shops, restaurants, the beach and award-winning schools.
Great Tree Section Home 2854 IA VICTORIA 2216 N.VArdmore Ave, PALOS VERDES ESTATE www.2216Ardmore.com
Charming 3 bed/3 bath Mediterranean home. The lot is 4400 sq ft. and the home sits above the street for privacy & tree top views. Great Location near Downtown Manhattan Beach, parks and schools!
Offered at $1,299,000
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Offered at $4,895,000 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom Cape Cod in Lunada Bay! 3320 sq ft on a 13820 sq ft lot. Backyard with sparkling pool & spa. Magnificent, spectacular street, great neighborhood!
$2,595,000
Open and bright home that sits on a 1/2 acre plus flat lot w/ocean views. Upgrades i floors, new furnace and air-conditioning added, & newly remodeled master bedr room. Large 3 car garage. The huge flat backyard has a pool, spa, fire pit and . Large back to enjoy the views and yard!
$1,849,000
2216 N. ARDMORE AVE, MANHATTAN BEACH
3009 ANTONIO STREET, TORRANCE
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Great home in desirable area beds, 2 baths with 1,410 sq. ft. 5,300 sq. ft. lot. Newer roof Fireplace in living room. Upg ing, Estates windows, and sliding door 1620 Espinosa Circle | Palos Verdes kitchen cabinets. This is a must Charming Lunada Bay family home that sits up off the street on the hill to afford fantastic neighborhood!
8180 Manitoba #158 | Playa Del Rey Great Condo in Playa Del Rey!
some ocean views. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has a large lot and was remodeled 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, recent remodel, fireplace in living room and double balcony in 2007 including; New plumbing, upgraded kitchen and baths, painted throughout with privacy! Best complex with pool/spa, and workout room. Great Location near Downtown Manhattan Beach, parks and schools! Charming Mediterranean and upgraded cement tile roof. Laundry hook ups in kitchen and the 2-car garage. Unit is on first floor closeTh toe guard-gated with hr security! HOA. home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. lot is 4400 sqlobby ft. and the24 home sits up on the property above Enjoy the quaint and quiet neighborhood with close proximity to schools the Street for privacy and tree Offered top views. That ere$475,000 is a living room with a fireplace, a nice size kitchen, and Lunada Bay Plaza. Live comfortably now with ocean views from kitchen a wonderful patio and deck for entertaining. and upper backyard and add on later with great ocean view opportunity!
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Offered at $1,149,500
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A GEM IN ROLLING HILLS Incredible private equestrian oasis on almost 6 acres is the picture of tranquility and charm with pastoral, rolling hills and city lights views. Iron and glass entry doors open to a graceful foyer that leads to the dramatic living and dining rooms. The main house features five bedrooms, five bathrooms in a spacious 5800 sq ft of living space. The private and separate guest house includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms in 2500 square feet with separate driveway. This enchanting and secluded property has a resort style pool and spa, alfresco kitchen, sauna and cabanas, an amazing observatory, wine cellar, fabulous horse stable with four-stall barn, riding arena and tack room. A rare find and not to be missed.
Offered at $6,799,000
Palos Verdes Estates 5 Bed | 5 Bath | 4,400 Sq Ft | 13,000 Sq Ft Corner Lot A delightful mid-century home in Malaga Cove with ocean and city lights views. The main level has four bedrooms and four baths, formal living and dining rooms, family room that opens on to a great private backyard with pool and spa. The lower level has a second family room, bedroom and bath that can also be accessed separately. Other features include four fireplaces, three car garage and plenty of storage.
Offered at $2,379,000
Azniv Goenjian Realtor Associate aznivgoen@aol.com www.camoves.com/azniv.goenjian
310.344.7804 310.791.6006 DRE #: 01021088
Stunning! Manhattan Hill Section
Casual Elegance with High End Finishes
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849 10th Street | Manhattan Beach
5 Bedrooms | 4.5 Baths | 4,356 Square Feet | 6,000 Square Foot Lot Spacious Home with a Nice Open Floorplan. Hardwood Floors Throughout. Living Room, Family Room and Master Suite with Fireplaces. Large Entertaining Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances (Sub Zero, Viking & More.) 2nd Family Room with Endless Options! 3-Car Garage. Nice Easy Walk to Downtown Manhattan Beach. Award Winning Robinson Elementary School District. Spacious Backyard with Outdoor Fireplace and Entertaining Area that Includes a 48” Stainless Steel DCS Grill, Two Burners, Sink and Refrigerator. This home is better than New!
$2,589,000 www.84910thStreet.com Open House Oct 2nd - 1-4pm Oct 9th - 1-4pm
512 1st Street I Manhattan Beach | www.512FirstStreet.com
334 33rd Street I Hermosa Beach
4 Bedrooms I 3.5 Baths I 3,479 Sq Ft I 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
2,475 Sq Ft Lot I 30 x 82.5
The Guest Quarters over the Garage is ideal for an office/guest area and more! Living Room, Family Room, Large Dining Room, Spacious Kitchen with an eat-in area (Recently Remodeled). One of ONLY five homes that offer Direct Access to one of the Sand Section’s LARGEST playgrounds… Fowler Field! AND, also the shortest possible walk to Robinson Elementary School! Best priced Sand Section Value (based on lot size & square footage).
INCOME PROPERTY & BUILDABLE OPPORTUNITY
Offered at $1,879,000
$1,369,000 JUST REDUCED TO $1,299,000
(North End Sand Section)
Best North Hermosa Beach Sand Section Value with Great Potential Ocean Views! Duplex Located On a Great Buildable Lot. One 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath with Garage and the other unit is a 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath with a Garage. Located on a quiet street and 3 blocks to the waters edge.
Cindy Shearin The Shearin Group
310-546-1501 | 310-200-8318 cell www.CindyShearin.com DRE #00925580
Serving the South Bay for Over 20 Years!
4 Pine Tree • Rolling Hills 5 Bedrooms | 7 Bathrooms | 10,000 sq ft | 4.4 Acres This fantastic five bedroom, 7 bathroom home has unobstructed, panoramic ocean, coastline and city views. Very spacious home with approximately 10,000 sq ft of living space set on a picturesque 4.4 professionally landscaped acres. Custom walnut floors and hickory doors throughout, gourmet chef’s kitchen and laundry rooms. It has it’s own wrapping room, elevator, custom bar, work out room and a bat cave tunnel that can hold several cars besides the over sized 4-car garage. Enjoy the awesome home theater with 12-0” screen with stadium seating and it’s own kitchen. The security system is high tech and main house, plus guesthouse and barn are equipped with fire sprinkler system and geothermal heat and AC system. The main house has 3 fireplaces and a side-by-side gun range. The estate includes a luxurious pool and spa with an 800 sq ft pool house that includes 1 bedroom, 1 bath, kitchen, laundry and family room. Also included are a fire pit, outdoor BBQ, custom ring of steel, two stall barn with tack room with office inside, hay barn, wash rack and walking trails throughout.
Listed to sell at $8,999,000 4364 Admirable Drive • Rancho Palos Verdes 4 Bedrooms | 5 Bathrooms | Office | 4000 sq ft | 13,177 sq ft Lot Located on the exclusive cul-de-sac! This spectacular custom 4,000 sq ft home sits over a 13,000+ sq ft lot with amazing views of Catalina Island, Santa Barbara Island, Terranea Resort, Portuguese Bend Beach Club, Point Vicente Lighthouse & unobstructed white water ocean and coastline views. It was extensively remodeled in 1990. Architecturally designed by Russ Barto & hardscaped by Sunset Landscape and includes two greenhouses. The master suite includes a his/hers walk in closet, fireplace, double sinks and jacuzzi tub. Included are two forced air units, central vacuum system, recirculating hot water, three wood burning fireplaces, sound system, dual pain / UV Anderson French doors & windows. The chef’s kitchen is designed for entertaining large parties, including a Subzero refrigerator and freezer, two Bosch dishwashers, commercial Wolf cook top, Thermador stainless steel double stack ovens, dual sink, walk in food pantry, large breakfast area, custom cabinets, granite counters & sound system.
Listed to sell at $2,395,000
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1217 North Catalina | Redondo Beach
22 Coronel Plaza | Palos Verdes Estates
Pacel: 1,306,800 sq. ft
BANK BUILDING
This is an exceptional opportunity for somebody to hold for future investment. Property is perfect for equestrian use. Owner will look at all offers.
8000 Square Feet Building Approximately 33,000 sq. ft. lot 40 Parking Spaces
Priced at $5,000,000
Priced at $5,500,000
Privacy and tranquility sets this awesome 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home apart with spacious and open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, formal dining, beautifully restored marble and hardwood floors, new paint, updated bathrooms with custom tile and stone, and private backyard!
PACIFIC LAND CORPORATION 4020 Palos Verdes Drive North #205 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 All information deemed correct, but not guaranteed
Seller will look at all offers! Reduced to $999,999
CHRIS FITZPATRICK
Broker/Owner
310-519-0155
paclandcor@aol.com A reputation for excellent service in the exclusive marketing and sales of luxury properties.
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Gotham City Apartments - 30 Units Historic Art Deco Style Building in the East Arts Village of Long Beach 12,369 square foot Industrial Building - San Diego 4,000 square foot Industrial Building - El Centro 24,500 square foot Office Building, Orange 20,100 square foot Office Building, Irvine Pending Sale - 80,000 SF Office Building in the South Bay
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310-346-4256
Kevin Apor Director, Commercial Division Broker Associate Peninsula | Sotheby’s International Realty 310-541-8271 phone 310-265-8889 fax 310-346-4256 cell kevin.apor@peninsulasir.com
Rolling Hills Estates Vantage Pointe 24 hr. Gated Neighborhood Five Beds, five baths Pool and Spa Catalina Ocean views House 4,005 sq. ft. Lot size 17,475 sq.ft. $ 2,199,000 USD
M A R K B R E N N E N S T OLL
310-421-2828
www.MarkStoll.com
Hollywood Riviera Expansive coastline views Three beds, Two baths Architectural Remodel Viking and Sub Zero House 2,030 sq.ft. Lot size 8,547 sq.ft. $1,265,000 USD
EXCLUSIVE ROLLING HILLS LISTING 4 Beds | 4 Baths | 4294 Sq.Ft. | Panoramic Views Located in the enchanting City of Rolling Hills, a private gated community located atop the scenic hills of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, this Ranch-Style Estate is set among an immaculate lush landscape and ranch style/equestrian environment.With an enduring respect for native wildlife and the natural surroundings, this one-of-a-kind home offers breathtaking panoramic views, from the majestic queen’s-necklace view of the Santa Monica Bay, to twinkling city lights below all the way to world famous downtown skyline, and across to the regal views of San Pedro’s impressive Port of Los Angeles. Pristine stables and private park-like settings are centuries away from the city below as you enter the grounds up a long private driveway, with lush, expansive, colorful, and meticulously maintained landscape that is well over an acre. Designed by a renowned local architect, the ambience of the exterior blend perfectly with the intimate interior spaces throughout this home and offer a feeling of openness and illumination of natural light. Five main bridle trails provide convenient access for ones equestrian enjoyment.
$4,000,000 TheJewelofRollingHills.com
An extraordinary agent JOINS AN EXTRAORDINARY BRAND. Peninsula Sotheby’s is pleased to announce that Jeannie Penner-More has joined the company. Jeannie Penner-More was raised in the South Bay and started her real estate career in 1989. She has been a top-producing agent in the South Bay throughout her career and her professionalism shines through as she puts her personal touch on everything she does. Her exceptional service has set her apart from the rest as she continues to grow her successful Real Estate business. “I’m very excited about joining Peninsula Sotheby’s – their proven track record locally and global reach offer a competitive advantage in today’s real estate marketplace. The real estate business has really changed in the last few years – it’s more important than ever to have strategic partnerships that can deliver results. With the powerful combination of my media partnership with South Bay Digs and my recent move to Peninsula Sotheby’s, I’m extremely confident about my ability to deliver exceptional results for my clients, and leverage the Sotheby’s brand to the fullest extent.”
7071 CREST RD., RPV 5 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms 4,107 Sq.Ft. (per Assessor) 21,080 Sq.Ft. lot (per Assessor) This rare 5 bedroom 4 bathroom single level home is located on approximately one half acre flat lot.The tranquil pool and spa are situated on an extra large beautifully landscaped yard with amazing Panoramic views. A built in bar-b-que island, fire pit, indoor/outdoor surround sound and spacious patio area truly make this an entertainer’s delight fit for every occasion. The unique floor plan of this stunning family home has it all, including beautiful views from every room. The extra large and elegant master suite has its own wing, perfect for a peaceful retreat right at home. It’s luxurious master bath with extra large walk in shower and inviting spa tub with spectacular ocean views await. * Openness & illunination of natural light * Attached 3 car garage * Built in Pool & outdoor grill island * Pristine landscaping
NEW PRICE! $1,899,000
“Two decades of Opening Doors” Jeannie Penner-More Realtor
310.259.6570
Jeannieshomes@aol.com www.JeanniesHomes.com DRE: 01076415
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The Ultimate Contemporary on the Sand
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6,200 sq ft featuring 5 Bedroom, 5.5 Bath & Gym - Built in 2007 Doors on west wall open completely allowing living space to flow out onto large deck Oversized lot (37x108) allowing for spacious open floor plan with high ceilings Stunning Calcutta marble slab flooring throughout Highly efficient Kitchen with Bulthaup Cabinetry, Miele Appliances, 2 Dishwashers, tons of storage & built-in cappucino maker Huge Ocean Front Master Suite with herringbone limestone floors, brazilian granite fireplace, office alcove, large walk in closet, black-out blinds and in suite washer & dryer Stunning Master Bath with Jacuzzi tub, dry sauna & steam shower Large Home Theater complete with padded ultra-suede walls & plush seating Gym with Closet & Full bath – Can be used as 6th Bedroom Fully integrated whole house Audio, Video & Lighting Systems Radiant Floor Heating, Forced Air & Air Conditioning 5 stop Elevator Large Roof top Deck with fireplace and 360 degree views
Offered At $10,999,000
3001TheStrand.com
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Matt Morris 310.546.4300 Mattmorrisdevelopment.com
ED’S COASTAL REPORT JUST LISTED
JUST SOLD
TOTAL HOMES AVAILABLE
MEDIAN PRICE
AVG. DAYS ON MARKET
% RELISTED
25
14
163
$1,399,000
92
10%
HERMOSA BEACH
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5
85
$974,000
110
10%
REDONDO BEACH
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25
312
$700,000
92
13%
RANCHO PALOS VERDES
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13
206
$900,000
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8%
PALOS VERDES ESTATES
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4
96
$1,121,000
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13%
ROLLING HILLS
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$1,575,000
152
13%
ROLLING HILLS ESTATES
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4
53
$565,000
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9%
MANHATTAN BEACH
LIST PRICE TREND
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ave you ever seen this line in a newspaper or website? “I’m the #1 agent!” or “Hire me, I am # 1!” Did you also happen to notice that line on almost every page of the Real Estate section? Heck, I myself am guilty of using the term, and I am not alone. Unfortunately, it is probably one of the most over used descriptions an agent can use in trying to promote their skill. Naturally, the assumption is that sellers desire to hire the best in the business. Likewise, if an agent has ever achieved #1 at anything they should let you know about it. The fun part is reading the fine print, if they are brave enough to publish it. If they were, it would read something like this: “#1 agent …in my office for the month of April 2011.” What is missing from the fine print may be that there are 10 agents total in their office, and no one else was lucky enough to sell a home in April 2011. Let me be clear that I’m not saying that it’s wrong to publish one’s achievements, but as a seller it is important to find out more about the agent’s long term track record in the market, and not judge too quickly based on one line in a newspaper. So when does an agent’s ranking have any personal effect on you as a seller or buyer? Let’s say that you are a buyer: what is important to you? Most buyers want to find a great home at huge value and they want to be the first to know about it. They also want to be guided professionally, receive regular communication from their agent and to rely on educated answers to all of their questions. They want to be represented by a great negotiator. They want help with the mountain of paperwork, inspections and closing procedures. Buyers shouldn’t have to spend their time comparing the awards and accolades of many agents; they should really only have to worry about having confidence and peace of mind that they are working with someone who can handle all of the above efficiently and without costly mistakes.
Likewise, sellers expect a similar experience. They want their home sold in an expedient manner. They want it sold for as much money as obtainable with as few obstacles and hassles as possible. They need a strong negotiator. They want to know that their home is being promoted properly and to all of the best buyers possible. They want guidance and they want the truth. When choosing a Real Estate agent, selecting one with considerable experience can certainly curtail the many challenges that buyers and sellers are bound to face. Experience is the best training tool in any business. If you haven’t gone through a negative experience in the past, it is difficult to recognize and avoid it when it is headed your way. As mentioned earlier, I myself have laid claim to the popular “#1” line. Let me share my fine print . . . Last year I was ranked #1 at Shorewood Realtors. I received this award in recognition of the number of homes I had sold in 2010. Shorewood Realtors is a company that typically has between 400 and 450 licensed agents. What’s interesting is that I have been ranked #2 nearly every year since I joined the company back in the early 1990’s. Being a competitive person, it was a fun experience to finally pass up the #1 salesperson, however the #2 salesperson for 2010 had sold a higher total dollar volume, so effectively, they can claim that they were #1. Do you see how variable these “#1” terms can be? The bottom line is that what matters most as an agent is how well you take care of your client, not where you rank. That reason alone is why, almost 24 years ago, I elected to take the team approach to servicing my clients. With a strong team of professionals in place I am able to meet or even beat the expectations of our clients; no matter if we are representing some of the most elite clients, such as athletes and executives, or negotiating for builders and investors, or helping a new buyer with their first condo purchase.
Having a highly trained and experienced team allows us to provide unparalleled service to our clients. That being said, I mean no disrespect to agents who work on their own. As a matter of fact, I admire them for their ability to maintain their business and to keep more of their income to themselves, all the while managing to balance their lives between work and personal time. As with most agents there is such as thing as a personal life and there are things that come up that demand attention, whether it’s a child’s sporting event, a family wedding, or medical emergency. I have built a team that is interchangeable, so no matter what is happening in our personal lives there is always someone available to take care of our clients. The Ed Kaminsky Team is designed to leave me personally available to my clients during the most important parts of any transaction. That includes negotiating with other parties in the transaction, carefully reviewing contracts, expertly answering questions and having time to properly promote our client’s home to buyers, other agents, and our past clients. There are a lot of things that are necessary to run a professional Real Estate business that take excess amounts of time but can be handled by well trained team members. For example creating flyers, meeting pest control companies, delivering signs, maintaining a website, and installing lock boxes; they are all important but also take a lot of time. In addition to the above, there are three areas that a great team can help an agent best serve his or her clients.
Marketing and promotion of listings. Marketing coordinator, Deanna Whipp has been with the team for over 6 years and works a full time schedule aggressively promoting the inventory that Ed lists. Her marketing efforts have been recognized in many Real Estate association magazines and she has also helped the team win an award from the Los Angeles Business Journal for Excellence in Real Estate Marketing.
Home searches for buyers. When buyers need to buy a home, our entire buyer staff goes to work seeking the perfect home to match with each buyer. Like most agents the M.L.S. is used to find homes for sale, but the advantage of working with our buyer’s team, is that they pursue other techniques to find properties that other agents may not have the manpower to investigate. This includes knocking doors in the neighborhood to where the buyers are looking and picking up the phone to call all homeowners in the same surrounding neighborhood to source homes not on the market. In the meantime, I am able to constantly network with area brokers to find out about additional homes coming soon to the market. In addition, I am able to call my list of thousands of past clients to see who may be moving soon, as well as check in with my sphere of influence within the sports world through our sister company, SportStar Relocation. SportStar Relocation is a nationwide company designed to help athletes transition in and out of their team city when they suddenly have to move. Without a great team it can be very challenging to fulfill all of the valid needs and expectations of today’s clients. From expertly navigating the sea of homes that are available, to properly analyzing the true value of a property, to getting homes sold quickly for top dollar, to sourcing the right home at the best price, it takes a team of skilled professionals. Whether it is a multimillion dollar estate or a small condo, buyers and sellers expect the job to be done expertly each and every time. In truth, sellers pay a lot of money for real estate services and they rightfully should expect to receive a service that is deserving of its cost. My team and I help over a hundred people buy and sell Real Estate each year. Find out what our past clients think of our service by visiting www.EdsHappyClients.com.
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Red tile roofs, wooden balconies and decorative wrought-iron grille work are characteristic of the Spanish Colonial Revival style. The square turret at the front of the house contains a reading alcove.
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New York transplant Kevin Shields knew it would be a challenge to convince his Southern Californiaborn fiancée to abandon Bel Air for Manhattan Beach. But he never imagined that getting her to move would require purchasing a 1930s Spanish Colonial Revival home on The Strand, a mere block from the 1921 Art Deco house he had meticulously restored earlier. “Over the 15 years I lived in the Art Deco home, I’d walk past the Strand house so many times,” Shields recalls. “I would always ask the owner, ‘Mr. Foley, when are you going to sell me your house?’ When he and his wife decided to move to Palm Springs five years ago, I bought the house. It was only then that my wife agreed to marry me and move down to the beach.” Bucking the trend of razing old homes and replacing them with monolithic mansions, Shields and his wife decided to renovate the house, staying faithful to its original Spanish Revival design. The vision: A SpanishMoroccan-style residence with modern flourishes.
An iridescent tile ceiling creates a modern lounge vibe above the bar and counterbalances period scrollwork on the ventilation cover.
A vintage photograph in the study shows the house (center) shortly after it was built. The rectangular, blocky building above and to the right of the home is the 1921 Art Deco house built for early film star Ronald Coleman and restored by Shields.
Visitors get their first taste of the home’s design aesthetic at the front entrance off a walk street. An arched, dark wood door with a Moorish star pattern leads into a terra cotta tile entryway graced by a curved staircase that draws the eye to an understated, Spanish Revival chandelier in frosted glass and dark metal. On this level of the home, the 1930s meet 2011 in a well-orchestrated convergence of styles: An iridescent mosaic tile ceiling evokes a hip, jet-set hammam, only here it floats above built-in bookcases with stylized arch detailing and a dark wood bar adorned by carved Moorish star motifs. The home’s original floor plan ended at the bar. Additional square footage was created by carving into the slope upon which the home was built and adding new pilings for structural support. A powder room was added behind the bar, and a hallway leads to a walk-through, climate controlled wine cellar that can stock 2,000 bottles. In an era when tear-downs are the norm and historic preservation ordinances a rarity, Shields’ passion for restoring homes to their original glory may seem unusual. He comes by it honestly, however. “I put myself through college and business school as a finish carpenter, so I was banging nails from age 15 to 25,” he says. “I did some home renovations on Victorian houses in the Bay Area. It’s a passion.” Shields is quick to credit the success of the renovation to the creativity and talent of his contractor, Tim Peterson of Peterson-Wozniak, Inc. It was Peterson who introduced Shields to Steve Wunderlich of 4-C Design Group, the architect who created the plans for the renovation. “When you take on a project of this magnitude, it’s important that the builder and the architect have a close working relationship,” Shields said. Peterson helped Shields with the renovation of the Art Deco home. “That house was built as part of a movie
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contract for [actor] Ronald Coleman,” Shields says. The project involved adding a third floor and a new wing. Shields envisioned a modern aesthetic that harmonized with the home’s signature Art Deco lines. In the end, the home’s 1920s Hollywood pedigree was preserved, and Shields entrusted Peterson to handle the renovation of the Spanish Colonial Revival home, itself a symbol of early 20th century California’s obsession with the allure of distant lands (see sidebar). Indeed, Shields’ commitment to retaining the home’s original character is evident throughout the house, where reclaimed wood from the original structure was incorporated into new window frames and used in decorative finishes. On the second floor, a vaulted ceiling features a curlicue wrought iron tie beam above the living room, a classic Spanish Revival embellishment. Wide-plank dark wood floors add warmth and provide a striking contrast to the cream plastered walls and fireplace. The space is illuminated with natural light pouring in from expansive windows facing the beach and wrapping around the north side of the living room, offering ocean views from Palos Verdes to Malibu. A cozy reading alcove is ensconced in a turret with a cathedral ceiling. West and south-facing windows offer plenty of sunlight and unobstructed vistas of The Strand, and Shields attests that he and his wife can spend hours enjoying the view or curling up with a good book. Breaking away from the living area’s SpanishMoorish theme, red cabinets and butcher-block countertops in the adjacent kitchen lend a Prairie School flavor. The Mediterranean touches continue down a barrel-vaulted hallway leading to two guest bedrooms and a bathroom that boasts a brilliant green and blue Moroccan tile backsplash.
The expansive beach view in front of the house.
At the end of the hallway, a billiard room with a 12foot high ceiling occupies the space that was the original home’s outdoor courtyard. It is in this part of the home that fanciful modern features add character – and intrigue. A short jog up a flight of stairs leads from the billiard room to a mezzanine landing, featuring a bookcase worthy of a 1930s Prohibition-era movie set. The shelves are actually double-doors that open onto a hidden man cave. Outfitted with a plasma screen television, the generous space functions as a home office with a roomy sitting area. For a home with multiple rooms spread across four levels, Shields says he and his wife make good use of all of the space. “It’s a big house, about 5500 square feet,” he notes. “But every room has a purpose, and even though it’s just the two of us, we use a large percentage of the house every day. We’re in the dining room, reading room, gym, master bedroom, the man cave…each room gets a lot of use, which is unusual for a house this size.” Quintessential Southern California indoor-outdoor living assumes a global flavor on the home’s top level. Glass-paned doors open completely from the master bedroom onto a split-level deck. An outdoor living area outfitted with minimalist sofas sits adjacent to the master bedroom, and Moroccan brass lanterns hang from the patio roof. A few steps up, a sun deck boasts a stainless steel Jacuzzi hot tub whose motor, Shields notes, is in the basement, allowing for a tranquil soak minus the usual mechanical roar. Hidden away in the secret room behind the bookcases, a grainy black-and-white aerial photograph of The Strand in the 1930s reveals sparsely developed lots and a much closer shoreline. In the center, the Shields home looks very much the way it does today. “Restoring homes is a hobby,” Shields says. “And this house is a piece of art to me.”
Spanish Colonial Revival architecture in California Widely credited as the creator of the Spanish Colonial Revival movement, noted American architect Bertram Goodhue introduced Southern Californians to the style at the 1915 Panama-California Exposition on the site of present-day Balboa Park in San Diego. To honor California’s Hispanic heritage, Goodhue borrowed from 17th century Spanish architectural elements to create a distinct aesthetic that continues to influence architects and builders today. Characterized by red-tiled roofs, stucco walls, arches, parapets, tile floors and wrought-iron and concrete grilles, Spanish Colonial Revival homes began gracing coastal Southern California cities such as Santa Barbara and La Jolla in the early 1920s. Architect George Washington Smith took the style to the next level, designing homes for Southern California’s elite in the 1920s and 1930s. Several of his creations still stand in Montecito, Santa Barbara and Pasadena; some are open to the public. Influenced by the palaces and cathedrals of Spain, primarily in the region of Andalusia, the style conformed favorably to Southern California’s Mediterranean climate, enabling architects to design courtyards and patios that could be used year-round. Before long, Spanish Colonial Revival homes became iconic elements of Southern California’s architectural landscape.
Suggested reading: George Washington Smith: Architect of the Spanish Colonial Revival by Patricia Gebhard (Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2005). California Romantica: Spanish Colonial and Mission-Style Houses by Diane Keaton (Rizzoli, 2007).
Butcher-block countertops and red cabinetry add color and interest to the kitchen while providing ample counter and storage space.
The barrel ceiling adds a Spanish Colonial Revival touch to the temperature controlled walk-through wine cellar.
Gothic touches such as the stylized columns of the fireplace were common in 1930s revival architecture. The stone mantelpiece and wrought-iron artwork make an elegant statement in the second-floor living area.
Spanish Colonial Revival home tours: George Washington Smith’s Casa del Herrero house, Santa Barbara (www.casadelherrero.com). By appointment only. Call (805) 565-5653. Adamson House, Malibu (www.adamsonhouse.org). Guided tours Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (310) 456-8432. – P.C.H.
A view from The Strand. The front of the home has retained most of its original form and Spanish Revival elements.
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1717 Pine Avenue, MANHATTAN BEACH This charming tree section home is located on one of the best blocks of Pine Avenue! It’s two story, generous floor plan has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and also features an open kitchen, living room with fireplace, and spacious family room. The private rear patio area is complete with a custom fountain and is perfect for entertaining friends and family alike. Situated on the West side of the street this home gets great light throughout the day!
Offered at $1,350,000 JACK GILLESPIE BROKER DRE # 00426498 Jack.Gillespie@SouthBayBrokers.com
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Manhattan Beach Tree Section Home Built by Matt Morris
3104 Maple Avenue | www.3104maple.com 5 bedrooms/4 Bathrooms | Constructed in 2006 100+ year old Virginia Farmhouse Ceiling Beams Walnut Wide Plank Floors | Pre-Cast Concrete Fireplaces | Custom Cabinetry, Built-in Desks and Bookcases | Honed Limestone Floors & Natural Stone Counters | 2nd Floor Laundry Room | Soaring Ceilings & Windows for lots of Light | Tropical Private Backyard with Fireplace.
New Price: $2,099,000
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Ocean View Home in South Redondo 615 n lucia ave., unit B, redondo Beach 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bath 2,480 sq.ft., ocean views upgraded “better than new” detached 3-story rear townhouse includes ocean views and many custom features including plantations shutters, 10 ft. ceilings, crown & base molding, security system, intercom, granite & marble counters, hand-scraped wood floors, cat-5 wiring throughout, oversized garage and small backyard – perfect for pets. large master Bedroom with sitting area, walk-in-closet, spa tub, shower & double vanities. Short walk to stores, top rated schools, pier & Beach.
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709 33rd Street, Manhattan Beach 4 bedroom/4bath | 3447 sqft | 5400 sqft lot
416 10th Street, MANHATTAN BEACH
This uniquely designed custom-built French Chateau is in a category of its own! The remodeled kitchen features Walker Zanger tile, a restaurant quality Wolf range, butler’s pantry and a charming built-in dining table which opens to a spacious family room with beamed ceilings and a stone fireplace flanked by built-in cabinetry. There are 4 spacious bedrooms and 4 full baths in this 3449 sqft compound.
A 20-foot wall of windows looks out to the newly remodeled gun-metal bottom pool, grass back yard and detached guesthouse with kitchenette and full bath (Great for nanny, billiarddesirable room or homesand office),section as well as aand bonuswas room designed perfect for a by This stunning 4 bedroom & 6 bath (4 full + 2 powder rooms) home is located on a walk-streetin-laws, in the highly home-gym. This mini-estate is sprawled out on a 5400 sqft street-to-alley flat lotwater on AIA Award winning architect Larry Peha. General features include approx. 4,300 sq ft of living space plus a 600 sq. ft. 3 car garage, office, 13 foot a kid-filled street, voted “America’s Most Fun Neighborhood” by Family Fun Magazine. fountain in the entry, 600+ bottle wine cellar, landscaped walk-street patio, and so much more. Expect the most luxurious of finishes, one of a kind With its cathedral ceilings, built-in library, dual staircases, 3 fireplaces, 3 balconies, fixtures, the finest amenities such French Terracota, Custom floors from Guatemala, Loewen windows and French doors, hardwired CAT security hardwood floors and much more, this exceptional property is not only5, a rarity in the system & surround sound, and skylights. The lavish master suite is enclosed by a 300 year old hand-carved door imported from India and boasts a spa Tree Section, but an extraordinary find in the South Bay!
tub, large steam shower, and heated floors, fireplace, and 2 private balconies. The gorgeous gourmet kitchen features antiqued knotty Alder cabinetry $ 1,899,000 and state of the art appliances. With its unmistakable mark of European elegance & sophistication, this is luxurious beach-city living at it’s finest!
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3807 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes Architecturally significant, sited on just over a half acre and oriented wide-view toward the Los Angeles basin. This masterfully designed contemporary home has a skyline view of downtown that is captured from all primary rooms. The periphery north is Malibu and to the south, the Los Angeles Harbor. The concept was to embrace the site by allowing the environment to dictate design decisions, three stories envelop the vertical site showcasing the view with clean architectural lines, exposed structural steel and floor-to-ceiling glass. Geometric rooms with acute angles, radius windows and a polyhedron raised skylight make this residence a work of structural sculpture and art.
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This is your opportunity to build a dream beach house right on the ocean at the best beach in Los Angeles-Manhattan Beach’ This double corner Strand lot enjoys nearly 67 feet of Strand frontage. “Turn this” into your very own 14,000 square foot Dream Strand Beach House! Come walk this property with me. See and sense for yourself just what an extraordinary opportunity this truly is.
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Income Property 4-Plex in Redondo Beach | 2300 Marshallfield Lane, RB
3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Home; Approx. 1,200 Sq. Ft. Designer Enhancements + Custom Upgrades Throughout Top-of-the-Line Appliances, Tankless Water Heater Central A/C + Heat, Central VAC, Heated Floors Front Yard + Back Patio with Lush Landscape & Garden 2-Car Garage w/ Epoxy Floors, Built-ins & Ceder-lined Closet
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Offered at $559,000
Built in 2004 with 4 Bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Incredible kitchen to enjoy with eating area and deck off kitchen and formal dining room. Master suite with fireplace and sitting area or use as office. A one of a kind home. Reduced to $1,119,000
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1640 Via Arriba, Palos Verdes Estates There is something to be said for the Malaga Cove lifestyle. Your close proximity to the ocean bluffs, the old world feeling of Malaga Cove Plaza, and the easy, offthe-hill access. Enjoy the panoramic ocean and coastline view from both view decks of this gracious home. Imagine having your morning coffee on the view deck while watching the boats go by. The splendid yard is fully landscaped and has a separate pool area which is private and secluded in feeling. This is a home with large rooms and a great floor plan. It even has a three car garage with direct access. This beautiful, stately home is just waiting for you.
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200 S. Catalina #206, Redondo Beach
FABULOUS SEASCAPE III PENTHOUSE WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS!
You know you have arrived when you can wiggle your toes in the sand a mere block from your home! Located in the Catalina Towers near the Redondo Beach Pier & a short distance to trendy restaurants & markets, you’ll love this bright & sunny unit! The owner spent $4000 in 2005 to replace the windows with dual-paned James Price Windows throughout & another $7300 to install Cherrywood Elite laminated flooring in the entire condo. The balcony looks out to the palm trees & a peek of ocean view. Situated away from the street, this unit has a quiet location & features loads of storage areas. The master bedroom has a wall of closets with sliding doors & another closet as well. The kitchen & dining area are delightfully sunny & welcoming. There are smooth ceilings throughout. This building features a bike room, workout room, sauna & spa. There are two parking spaces for this condo. This security building has gated parking & elevator access. Low homeowner fees!
This stunning two bedroom, 2 bath plus loft ocean-front Penthouse has been remodeled throughout. High-end appointments are evident as one strolls through the entry taking in those breathtaking, forever views! As you step into this masterpiece, you will be taken by the incredible and panoramic ocean vistas that span from the white-water views of the sandy beaches below Palos Verdes to the entry of King Harbor, Malibu & Santa Monica Mountains..
$529,000
Gleaming hardwood floors set the stage for the major living area which with its huge area houses the formal dining area and living room as well as a created and cozy sitting area with built-in television and fabulously effective B & W Speakers. For a full set of details, virtual tours, & stills, visit www.510thevlg402.com.
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1910 Rue Le Charlene, RPV You will enjoy incredible expansive views of Los Angeles Harbor from this beautiful home. There is a custom kitchen with granite counter tops and Center Island all recently updated. The large living room flows openly into the family room creating a great space for entertaining all with fabulous views and a wrap around deck. On the main floor the guest bathroom has been remolded with warm stone finishes. The master suite is made up of 3 bedrooms one is being used as an office and the other would make a great nursery. At the lower end of the parcel there is room for RV or boat storage.
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1665 W. 265th St., Harbor Pines Beautifully remodeled 4 bedroom/3bath. This is truly a turnkey. Remodeled kitchen w/newer cabinets, center island, granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Master bedroom was recently added. It features a walk in closet, French doors and master bathroom w/spa tub. Comfortable family room w/built in bookshelves and a gas or Wood burning fireplace.
ASKING $525,000
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602 El Redondo, Redondo Beach
618 S. Broadway #B, Redondo Beach
Just listed on a tree lined street in the heart of South Redondo Beach with panoramic vistas of the neighborhood and city lights! Gleaming hardwood floors throughout this immaculate 2 bedroom 1 bath home! The rear bedroom features a stone fireplace, skylight and sitting area with French doors opening to the rear yard! The lushly landscaped rear yard features a Koi pond, stone cascading waterfall, fire pit and tranquil patios as well as a yard! Updated throughout! Fully air conditioned.
Private rear home, one of ‘2-on-a-lot’ in one of the best South Redondo Locations! 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, approximately 2448 sq. ft.! Open floor plan, ideal for entertaining or enjoying your family! Travertine entry with sweeping staircase! Gleaming hardwood flooring in the living & dining rooms! Fantastic kitchen w/granite, maple cabinets & top-ofthe-line stainless appliances! Wonderful rear yard and garden with a gazebo spa!
Offered at $659,000
Offered at $1,099,000
727 Esplanade #405, Redondo Beach
5308 W. 190th St, Torrance
OCEANFRONT PENTHOUSE FOR LEASE!
WEST HIGH AREA TOWNHOUSE FOR LEASE!
Panoramic ocean/coastline views from this dazzling penthouse! 2 master suites plus a den! Custom kitchen has everything including wine coolers! Dramatic cathedral ceilings! Approximately 1775 sq. ft., plus a private sundeck! Truly opulent! Steps to the sand and blue Pacific! Sorry but no pets!
Super sharp 3 bedroom 2.5 bath townhouse at Patio Creek! Quiet location at the rear of the complex! Gleaming hardwood floors, approximately 1831 sq, ft, plus a huge bonus room on the garage level! Updated throughout! Eat-in kitchen plus formal dining! Air conditioned! Sparkling pool, spa and tennis court! Double attached Garage! Submit on small pet!
Minimum One Year Lease @ $5,000 per month!
For Lease at $3,000 per month!
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3 bedroom 2 and 1/2 bath, approx 2,900 sq ft, Completely Remodeled Home with Panoramic Views Crownview Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes
3 bedroom 3 and 1/2 bath, approx 2,400 sq ft Home with Panoramic Views, Pool and open floorplan that is great for entertaining. 2 Coach Rd, Rancho Palos Verdes
Fabulous Country Estate. approx 5,200 sq ft home with pool, guest house, tennis court and panoramic views. Eastfield Dr, Rolling Hills
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Magnificent View Home with approx 2,500 sq ft, 3 bedroom 2 and 1/2 baths. 3545 Starline Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes
$1,299,000
$4,000,000
Gordon Inman—DRE #00446156 Keith Kelley—DRE #01810798 www.InmanTeam.com TheInmanTeam@gmail.com (310) 944-5554
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1 Silver Saddle Lane | Rolling Hills Estates
6 Palos Verdes Lane | Rolling Hills Estates
3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2100 Sq Ft | Over 20,000 sq ft lot
3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 2300 Sq Ft | 13,986 Sq Ft Lot | One Level
Inside this fabulous one level property features hardwood flooring throughout the entire home. Wood burning fireplace in the living room, vaulted ceilings in the family room. Newer sliding glass doors throughout the home. Totally private from the street, with additional RV parking. Fruit trees galore, unbelievable manicured rose gardens, water features, herb garden and much more!
A must see at only $995,000
Spectacular one level home with panoramic city light view. Situated on almost 14,000 sq ft lot this spectacular home includes hardwood flooring through out and upgrades galore! Newer kitchen, custom fireplace, semi formal dining room, central stereo and speaker system through the home interior & exterior. Security camera system and internet system. Remodeled bathrooms, professionally decorated in and out. Media room with all of the extras. Custom waterfall feature in the rear yard, with new glass fire pit and covered patio.
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Offered at $1,195,000
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KELLER WILLIAMS PALOS VERDES REALTY JAMESZAPP@AOL.COM 310.487.8866 CELL DRE 00693638
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RANCHO PALOS VERDES
SPECTACULAR PALLADIAN INSPIRED ITALIAN VILLA WITH PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS!
This gated Estate which sits upon a spectacular site on Palos Verdes Peninsula with 180 degree ocean views is a popular locale for film & commercial shoots. Through massive custom gates down a private driveway reveal The Palladian inspired Italian villa sitting within lush gardens with a water course, Venetian fountains, hundreds of palm trees, over 1,000 roses, more than a dozen citrus trees and a working vineyard. Inspired by the best of European classic architecture, the creators of this home envisioned an Italian Palazzo handed down through a family between the 15th and 19th centuries but with all the modern conveniences. Within the Palladian facade, the Villa’s walls, ceilings and floors are executed in murals, mosaics, gilt and faux finishes and classic Italian marbles. The floor plan is perfect for entertaining guests on a grand or cozy scale and includes many rooms that can be repurposed for multi-generational family living or staff. Highlights include a two story pantry / kitchen, paneled library with secret door, wine cellar, an elevator and dumbwaiter, a two story great hall and large master suite.
5 BD & 9.5 BA ~ 11,346 SF ON 1.12 ACRE LOT
$14,900,000
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Palos Verdes Estates Custom Built Home with Ocean Views!
Palos Verdes Estates Queen’s Necklace View!
6BD & 6.5 BA ~ 6,900 sq.ft on 21,500 sq.ft lot
6 BD & 5.5 BA ~ 5,880 sq. ft on 20,510 sq. ft. lot
5 BD & 5.5 BA ~ 5,700 sq. ft. on 16,500 sq. ft. lot
$4,999,000
$4,988,000
$4,799,000
Palos Verdes Estates Brand New Home in Lunada Bay
Rancho Palos Verdes Prime Ocean Front Lot!
Rancho Palos Verdes Ocean Bluff Home w/ Views
5 BD & 4.5 BA ~ 4,000 sq. ft. on 9,817 sq. ft. lot
26,811 sq. ft. lot w/ plans to build 8,000 sq. ft home
5 BD & 3.5 BA ~ 5,314 sq. ft. on 21,257 sq. ft. lot
$2,800,000
$2,899,000
$2,699,000
Palos Verdes Estates Gorgeous Mediterranean Style Home
Palos Verdes Estates Lower Malaga Cove Ocean View
Rancho Palos Verdes Unobstructable Panoramic Ocean View
5 BD / 3.5 BA 5,096 sq. ft. on 21,970 sq. ft. lot
4 BD & 3.5 BA ~ 3,200 sq. ft. on 7,600 sq. ft. lot
1 Acre Lot w/ plans to build a estate w/ 11,000 SF living space
$2,299,000
$1,999,000
$2,499,000
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Palos Verdes Estates Grand Monte Malaga Estate
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Rolling Hills French Normandy
Rolling Hills Prime 9.2 Acre Lot With Views!
5 BD & 6.5 BA ~ 8,610 Sq. ft. on 1.8 acre lot
5 BD & 7.5 BA ~ 8,000 Sq.ft. on 4.38 acre lot
4 BD & 3 BA ~ 3,197 Sq.ft. on 9.2 acre lot
$6,999,000
$6,999,000
$5,999,000
Rancho Palos Verdes Gorgeous View Home
Manhattan Beach New Construction in the Tree Section!
Manhattan Beach Gorgeous New Home in Tree Section
5 BD & 6.5 BA ~ 6,809 Sq.ft on 27,081 sq.ft. lot
5 BD & 4.5 BA ~ 3,200 sq. ft. on 4,640 sq. ft. lot
5 BD & 4.5 BA ~ 3,123 sq.ft on 4,480 sq.ft. lot
$4,499,000
$1,899,000
$1,899,000
Manhattan Beach New Mediterranean Custom Home
Manhattan Beach Hill Section Southwestern Style Home!
Hermosa Beach Rare Opportunity Hermosa Hill Section
5 BD & 4.5 BA ~ 3,000 sq. ft. on 4,200 sq. ft.
8 BD & 7.5 BA ~ 7,000 sq.ft. on 10,505 sq. ft. lot
3 BD & 3 BA ~ 1,908 sq.ft on 9,155 sq.ft. lot
$1,799,000
$5,490,000
$2,699,000
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Lots starting at $1,099,000 to $1,695,000. Turn-key & fully approved building packages available from $3,250,000 to $4,450,000. Now is your opportunity to own a rare piece of land on one of the absolute best locations on the California Coast. A total of four (4) separate lots immediately adjacent to the World-Class Terranea Resort. Lot sizes from .32 acre / 14,081 sq ft to .41 acre / 17,704 sq ft. Each lot boasts spectacular views of the Ocean, Catalina Island, Resort and Golf Course.
Build your dream home.
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904 Highview Avenue, Manhattan Beach
Prime Manhattan Hill, Section Location, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Guest/Pool House, Solar Heated, Saltwater Pool with Waterfall, 4600+ Sq Ft of Living
A Manhattan Beach Modern Landmark, Dramatic U-Shaped Floorplan 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Custom Steel Truss Beams, Panoramic Ocean Views
$3,900,000
$3,600,000
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130 19th Street, Manhattan Beach
329 19th Street, Manhattan Beach
Architectural masterpiece by acclaimed Morphosis design team Thom Mayne & Michael Rotondi 4000+ Square Feet 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths
Stunning Walk Street Location Only 5 houses from the Strand! 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home Ocean View Deck with Spa & gas BBQ, 2,144 Square Feet
Contemporary Dean Nota Walk Street Masterpiece Fantastic Ocean Views 4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths 3632 Square Feet, 4 Car Garage
$3,500,000
$2,380,000
$5,295,000
Gerard Bisignano Contact me for more information on off-market Strand and Walk Street homes. Cell: 310-990-4727 | Office: 310-376-6004
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2108 Thorley Rd., Palos Verdes Estates
Behind the Gates,12,000 Square Foot Home on 2 Acre Lot, 6 Bedrooms, 8 Baths, Gourmet Kitchen Formal Living & Dining Rooms, Home Theater, Wine Cellar, & BIlliards Room, Rear Yard with Pool & Spa, 4 Car Garage
Luxurious Cape Code Home, Located in Lower Lunada Bay, 6 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, Formal Living & Dining Rooms, Office, Maid’s Quarters, Posh Master Suite with Ocean Views & Ocean View Deck
$6,999,000
$3,375,000
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41 Nantasket, Rancho Palos Verdes
627 Monterey Pine Rd., Mammoth Lakes
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Golden Hills Home Large Family Room with Open Beam Ceilings Great Updated Kitchen Incredible City Lights View Tons of Upgrades Including a New Roof
Build Your Dream Home on the Golf Course Resort-Style Estate, 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths Home Site Features 275 feet of frontage along Terranea’s Links Golf Course Land also available stand alone for $1,695,000
5 Bedrooms, 5 Baths Direct access to Mammoth Mountain from the Front Door, Stunning 270* View of the Mountain, 2 Master Suites with Walk-In Closets, Walk to Town, Shops & Restaurants
$829,000
$4,450,000
$1,199,000
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1711 Camino de la Costa, Redondo Beach 3 Bed / 2 Baths / 1,641 sq ft Beautifully remodeled condo just steps from the beach
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Offered at: $1,575,000 335 Calle De Andalucia, Redondo Beach There isn’t another home like this anywhere in the Hollywood Riviera. This magnificent Tuscan-Mediterranean home was custom built in 2004 and features extraordinary details throughout. The 3,300 square foot home includes an additional 850 square foot finished basement with over 9-foot ceilings -- something unheard of in the South Bay. This bonus area can be a game room, kids room, home gym or entertainment center. The home has a spectacular, flowing floor plan, and includes 5 spacious bedrooms (one of which is now used as a built-in office), and 4 bathrooms. Entertaining is a breeze when you live here, as the backyard includes an outdoor kitchen, fireplace and built-in barbeque. This one-of-a-kind home is a short walk to Riviera Elementary School, Rocketship Park and the Palos Verdes Bridle Trail.
421 Via Colusa, Torrance 4 bed / 1.75 bath / 1,595 sq ft Gorgeous, remodeled Riviera home near Riviera Elementary and Rocketship Park
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Offered at: $749,000
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23705 Susana Ave, Torrance
DRE 01317822
Your Best Move.
3 Bed / 1.5 Bath / 1,275 sq ft Great home on an almost 6,000 sq ft flat corner lot
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