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Sensational Triplex with Mammoth Ocean Views Three Level Home only Two Blocks to the Sand in Manhattan Beach Offered by John Corrales, NW Real Estate Brokers Check the details on p16

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230 Anderson, Manhattan Beach

Located on a 50 wide, 7,200 Square Foot lot on an excellent street in the heart of the Hill Section, this very special Family Home offers spectacular City and Mountain views, and a big back yard.

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.

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• Dramatic entrance with soaring 26 foot ceilings

• 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths including sound insulated master suite

• 5 Bedrooms and 4.5 baths with nearly 4,400 sqft of spacious living

• Library with custom crafted book shelves

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• Full artist studio, gym, and wine cellar

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One of the Most Premier Homes & Lots in all Manhattan Beach 704 Pacific Avenue, Manhattan Beach | www.704PacificAve.com The timeless enchantment of classic Cape Cod design is embodied in this Hill Section family home on an A+ lot with breathtaking panoramic ocean views. Custom built in 1997, with superior materials throughout, including Marvin windows, oak flooring and cherry cabinets. The lot is 8,960 square feet (56 X 160). The main living space is downstairs with a BR and bath. The formal living room with its toasty brick fireplace opens out onto an ocean view veranda. Gather the family (or give the kids alone time) in one of 2 family rooms - 1 up and 1 down. • Chef’s island kitchen with granite and tile counters and top quality appliances. • 3 enclosed garages + extra space off the rear alley. • Office/guest suite + bath with private deck and stellar views. • Master Suite has a parlor and amazing views and bath has marble counters and a big walk in closet

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ANOTHER OCEAN VIEW MASTERPIECE HOME 337 16th Street, Manhattan Beach On one of the Most Desirable Walkstreets in Manhattan Beach! Impossible to duplicate today this wonderfully spacious family home boasts over 4500 square feet of living area plus a four-car garage. The charming walkstreet patio at the crest of the hill features a built in BBQ - an entertainer’s dream with French doors leading to the family (or media) room, oversized bar area with beverage cooler, dishwasher and 250 bottle dual wine cooler. Four bedrooms and 4.5 baths plus an option for a fifth bedroom - a rare find in the Sand Section. Ideal location in the heart of downtown Manhattan Beach and three blocks to the sand, this home has one incredible ocean view.

s her countless satisfied clients will attest, Jane Sager has made exceptional service an art form. As one of the South Bay area’s leading real estate professionals for more than 20 years, she has built her reputation on providing expert guidance with a distinctly personalized touch. Jane builds lasting relationships with her clients, and provides keen market insight and creative solutions throughout the process. Quite simply, for Jane Sager, Success is an Art Form, so call her today and make the most of your opportunities in the South Bay area.

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www.JaneSager.com 1751 3rd Street, Manhattan Beach Executive Family Home for Lease! Fabulous opportunity to rent this spacious executive home available furnished or unfurnished for $5800 per month. Five bedrooms (one a separate guest suite), four and one half baths, formal dining room, lovely eat in kitchen, expansive living and game rooms. Charming entertaining area includes outdoor fireplace, hot tub, BBQ, and plenty of room for play! Shown only by appointment!

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Jane Sager’s seasoned perspective is your On the Ocean Front in Manhattan Beach! One of a kind corner lot on the Manhattan Strand listed advantage when buying or selling a home. at an exceptional price of $2,499,000! Rare opportunity to build your dream home with unobstructed ocean

hen it comes to your real estate transaction, Jane believes it’s views. equally Stunning north-facing corner provides forever important to understand the big picture as it is to focus on thewhite small details. water views to the north as well as the west. Current building In the end, her goal is to help you achieve exceptional results and enjoy the is a duplex with a small studio upstairs and a one bedroom plus office on the first floor. lifestyle of your dreams. But to get there, Jane knows it takes steadfast attention to detail and careful analysis to make sure every element is in place for success.

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(310) 748-0677 With more than 20 years experience in the South Bay area market, Jane www.JaneSager.com approaches your move from every perspective to ensure the best possible results. From defining picture goals to handling every vital detail throughout 448 your 28thbigStreet, Manhattan Beach the process, she applies her expertise to help you make the right decisions for Listed for $1,099,000 and sold, this beach bungalow is your future. Call her today and discover the difference for yourself. only four blocks to the sand. Featuring hardwood floors

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throughout, vaulted ceilings, granite and stone, and a private garden area ideal for pets. Over 1400 square feet of living area with two bedrooms upstairs and a newly remodeled bath. One bedroom, office and spa-style bath downstairs has its own independent entrance. Two-car garage plus off-street parking for three!

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ust imagine the feeling youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have when you find the home of your dreams. Jane Sager knows what its like. As a leading professional in the South Bay are for more than 20 years, she takes great pride in using her knowledge and experience to help people make the most of their real estate investments. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why if your looking to buy, be sure to visit Jane on the website www.JaneSager.com. This comprehensive site will give you access to all the information, home search resources and market insight that you need to find the home of your dreams.

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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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UNITS FOR SALE STARTING AT $489,000

1917 Nelson Avenue, D | Redondo Beach 3 Bedroom | 3 Bathrooms | 1444 sq ft | Fully Upgraded Townhome You will be charmed by this extraordinary townhome located in Redondo Beach! This home boasts 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with over $50,000 of upgrades. The kitchen is a designerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and tumbled marble backsplash. The bathrooms have been remodeled with travertine, moldings and more. Here you will find custom wood shutters throughout, hardwood floors, smooth ceilings and recessed lighting, wainscoting, crown moldings, skylights, vaulted ceilings in the living room, a cozy fireplace and a built-in sunny reading lounge in the stairwell. You will also enjoy the walk-in closets, a private patio for barbecuing and entertaining, 2-car garage, private laundry, a quiet street and wonderful location just adjacent to Manhattan Beach.

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27926 Longhill Drive | Rancho Palos Verdes 5 Bedroom | 3 Bathroom | 2494 sq ft 8460 sq ft lot | Relaxing Views Welcome home to this beautifully upgraded Cape Cod style home with a lovely flat yard and relaxing view. As you arrive, you will notice the nice curb appeal, the beautifully landscaped yard and elegant pavestone driveway. Featuring a spacious 5 bedroom and 3 bathroom two-level floor-plan, this entertainers delight brings the best of Southern California outdoor living to life with a large backyard with paved patio, vegetable beds and views of the canyon, city lights, coastline and harbor. Once inside, your will find a gorgeous kitchen with stainless appliances, granite counter tops and kitchen island with a 2nd sink. Upgraded bathrooms with nice stonework, hardwood floors and travertine floors, fireplace, dual pane windows and sliders, smooth ceilings, inset lighting, and ceiling fans. Other features include crown molding, custom window covering, dry bar, wiring for data, alarm and security, copper plumbing and much more.

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SOUTH BAY HISTORY TIDBITS

Rancho Sausal Redondo, Rancho Ajuaje de la Centinela and Rancho Centinela CONTENTS By Maureen Megowan / RE/Max Palos Verdes Execs

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In its earliest days, El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, and Hermosa

Authentic

Beach were part of the ten-mile ocean frontage of Rancho Sausal Redondo,

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which means “Round Clump of Willows.” In 1822, a year after Mexico had gained its independence from Spain, Antonio Ygnacio Avila was granted a permit to utilize grazing land totaling approx. 25,000 acres on what was to become Rancho Sausal Redondo, and on May 20,1837 received a land

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grant from Governor Juan Alverado for Rancho Sausal Redondo consisting

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Segundo, Gardena, Hawthorne, Hermosa Beach, Inglewood, Lawndale,

Since opening Spyder Surfboards in 1983, Dennis Jarvis built his thriving business into a surf empire. Spend time with him, as South Bay Digs was lucky enough to do, and you’ll definitely feel his wisdom. Photography: Paul Jonason. www.pauljonason.com

of approx. 22,459 acres, which included the present-day cities of El Manhattan Beach, and Playa del Rey. On June 19, 1856, the U. S. District Court issued a decree of confirmation of title to Antonio Ygnacio Avila for Rancho Sausal Redondo. Where the city of Inglewood is today there was another, smaller, Mexican

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rancho called the Rancho Ajuaje de la Centinela, which means the “Sentinel of Waters.” This rancho was once part of the Rancho Sausal Redondo, and Ygnacio Machado had encroached on the land claimed by Antonio Avila, and was awarded provisional title to this land totaling approx. 2,200 acres at the same time that Antonio Avila received his land grant for the balance of the Rancho Sausal Redondo in 1837. In 1845, Machado traded the rancho to Bruno Avila, brother of Antonio Ygnacio Avila, for a small tract in the

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pueblo of Los Angeles. Bruno Avila, unfortunately, mortgaged his property

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the time for personal loans, and unable to repay his debts, lost his property

MASTHEAD Publisher WARREN J DOW Creative Director AMANDA NELSON-SINAGRA Contributing Photographer PAUL JONASON 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 • Twitter: @SouthBayDigs 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 forvvhdrawal 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.

at an interest rate of 6% per month, which was the standard interest rate at through foreclosure in 1857. Subsequent to this, the Rancho Ajuaje de la Centinela changed hands a number of times, eventually being acquired in 1860 for $3,000 by Sir Robert Burnett, a Scottish lord. The Rancho Sausal Redondo property consisting of approximately 22,459 acres was purchased by Sir Robert Burnett on May 5, 1868, when it was sold to him through probate court for $30,000 to pay debts accrued by the Avila estate (Antonio Ygnacio Avila had died in 1858). Burnett combined the two ranchos under the name of Rancho La Centinela. In 1873, Burnett leased the land to Catherine Freeman with an option to buy, and Burnett returned to his native Scotland. When Catherine Freeman died in 1874, Daniel Freeman, her husband, used the land for sheep, horses and orchards with fruit, almonds and olives. When a severe drought occurred in 1875 and 1876, he incurred heavy losses. In 1882, Freeman used his option to buy 3,912 acres for the sum of $22,243. On May 4,1885, Freeman purchased the remainder of Rancho La Centinela for $140,000. Daniel Freeman was the last person to own all of Rancho La Centinela. Daniel Freeman eventually sold his land to several real estate developers.

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22 Mela Lane | 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, Tranquility and Huge Views from this Home.

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53 Paseo De La Luz, Rancho Palos Verdes 6,994 sq.ft. home on 26,641 sq.ft. lot with 5 Bedrooms and 6 Bathrooms, Unobstructed Ocean Views Resort style pool, spa and backyard, Over $1 million in upgrades and renovations

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COMING SOON: North Redondo SFD with 1,700 sf+ completely Remodeled 3 Bed/2Ba on a 9,000 sf+ Lot - $870,000 Torrance Industrial with 4,000 sf of Office and 2,500 sf of 27’ high warehouse. Built in 2007 - $1.75m

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515 S. Lucia Ave | Redondo Beach 5 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | 4100 sq ft | 7200 Sq. Ft. Lot | Almost New Great entertaining home perched high on a hill and on a cul-de-sac with west facing ocean views and east facing LA city lights and snow-capped mountains. Fantastic traditional floor plan with 5 beds 3 baths all upstairs. Just a short few blocks to award-winning schools, parks and the beach! This house is a must-see and will not last!

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PUBLISHER’S MUSE

2010 Resume: 57 Closed Transaction 2011 Resume: 16 Closed Sales, 6 Escrows 20 Listings

Mammoth panoramic Paciﬁc Ocean views in Manhattan Beach from all 3 levels. The main house reaches one of the highest points of unblockable views on Crest Drive. The picturesque view scene is unreal... you can feel it, see it and almost touch it. This home is stunning and surreal to experience. Main house plus 2 guest suites. It is larger than a full lot with 5 car garage parking and a quaint patio with lots of privacy.

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Selling the Beach Lifestyle

AUTHENTIC Authentic: the Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines it as: worthy of acceptance or belief as conforming to or based on fact; conforming to an original so as to reproduce essential features; not false or imitation: REAL

“If what you have done yesterday still looks big to you, you haven’t done much today.”

Our feature story on local Dennis Jarvis, owner of Spyder Surfboards in Hermosa Beach epitomizes the definition. South Bay Mikhail Gorbachev Digs had the opportunity to hang out with Dennis and learn what it was like growing up a local surf hero in the South Bay, starting a famous surfboard company, and what it takes to keep it real. Check it out starting on page 31. So what’s new in local real estate? Here’s a re-cap on closed sales in June 2011 for Single Family Residences*: Manhattan Beach - 90266: Total Sales - 46, Avg. Selling Price - $1,743,117, Avg. Days on Market – 71 Average Sold Discount vs. Listing Price: 3.16%

Rancho Palos Verdes – 90275: Total Sales – 31, Avg. Selling Price - $1,077,323, Avg. Days on Market – 79 Average Sold Discount vs. Listing Price: 4.04%

Hermosa Beach - 90254: Total Sales - 9, Avg. Selling Price - $1,033,917, Avg. Days on Market – 153 Average Sold Discount vs. Listing Price: 4.48%

Palos Verdes Estates – 90274: Total Sales – 16, Avg. Selling Price - $1,793,406, Avg. Days on Market – 74 Average Sold Discount vs. Listing Price: 4.81%

North Redondo Beach – 90278: Total Sales - 14, Avg. Selling Price - $604,107, Avg. Days on Market – 77 Average Sold Discount vs. Listing Price: 1.56%

Rolling Hills – 90274: Total Sales – 3, Avg. Selling Price - $3,550,000, Avg. Days on Market – 277 Average Sold Discount vs. Listing Price: 10.28%

South Redondo Beach – 90277: Total Sales – 7, Avg. Selling Price - $1,105,000, Avg. Days on Market – 62 Average Sold Discount vs. Listing Price: 3.92%

Rolling Hills Estates – 90274: Total Sales – 1, Selling Price - $810,000, Days on Market – 35 Sold Discount vs. Listing Price: 3.00%

Hollywood Riviera – 90277/90505: Total Sales – 16, Avg. Selling Price - $1,159,750, Avg. Days on Market – 61 Average Sold Discount vs. Listing Price: 3.33% *Closed sale data taken from MRMLS data for closed sale (SFR) homes during the period June 1 – June 30, 2011. Information is deemed accurate but not guaranteed.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve you. Warren J Dow Publisher wdow@southbaydigs.com 310-373-0142

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There’s no other property like it on The Strand, and there never will be. There is more to life at 2909 The Strand. Much, more, with three above ground floors (instead of the typical two) and each of them with almost 50 feet of expansive frontage (instead of the typical 24 feet) --- plus a full sized roof deck, you will enjoy 300% more frontage than the typical Hermosa Strand home. That means more room to live, breath, entertain and grow. Not to mention more spectacular views of The Strand, the beach, the blue waters just mere steps from your door. Sure your neighbors might have frontage-envy, but you can invite them over to enjoy the sunset from the largest roof top deck on The Strand...yours! At approximately 10,000 sf. in total square footage, and a can’t-be-replicated 35 foot in height, 2909 The Strand features, 7 bedrooms, 7 baths, 3 half baths (including a separate housekeeper’s quarters) this property is unrivaled on The Strand. This opportunity simply redefines The Strand experience and must be seen to be believed. For more details go to:

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ROLLING HILLS HOME (behind the Gates) ROLLING HILLS HOME - 9.2 ACRES ROLLING HILLS HOME (behind the Gates) ROLLING HILLS HOME (behind the Gates) 57 VIA DEL CIELO, RPV 1400 VIA ARCO, PVE pre-const. 33 VIA DEL CIELO, RPV 2508 NOVATO PLACE, PVE 937 VIA RINCON, PVE 1505 VIA FERNANDEZ, PVE 1628 PASEO DEL MAR, PVE 30051 VIA VICTORIA, RPV pre-const. 30039 VIA VICTORIA, RPV pre-const. 3344 PV DRIVE WEST, RPV 3323 CROWNVIEW, RPV 58 DAPPLEGRAY LANE, RHE 30259 PALOS VERDES DRIVE EAST, RPV 436 VIA ALMAR, PVE 2301 WARMOUTH, SP ROLLING HILLS VACANT LOT (behind the Gates) 4 GOLDENSPUR LN, RPV 5658 RAVENSPUR DR. #105, RPV ROLLING HILLS HOME (behind the Gates)

5 bd / 6 ba 8,610 sqft 4 bd / 3 ba 3,197 sqft 5 bd / 7.5 ba 11,996 sqft 4 bd / 4.5 ba 7,000 sqft 5 bd / 8.5 ba 7,969 Sqft 6 bd / 5.5 ba 5,880 sqft. 5 bd / 5.5 ba 6,809 sqft 6 bd / 6 ba 6,900 sqft 5 bd / 6 ba 5,700 sqft 6 bd / 6.5 ba 6,528 sqft 5 bd / 5 ba 4,583 sqft 5 bd / 4.5 ba 4,600 sqft 5 bd / 4.5 ba 4,400 sqft vacant lot w/plans / 1 acre 7 bd / 7.5 ba 7,587 sqft 4 bed/ 5 ba 4,362 sqft 5 bed / 5 ba 4,781 sqft 4 bd / 4 ba 3,200 sqft 3 bd / 2 ba 1,976 sqft vacant lot w/ plans / 1.53 acres 4 bd / 2 ba 2,354 sqft 1 bd / 1 ba 796 sqft 5 bd / 7.5 ba 11,996 sqft

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A+ Tree Section Location Updated Beach Cottage style home with plenty of sun splashed light, vaulted ceilings and storage in a fantastic Tree Section location. 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The gourmet kitchen has newer appliances, maple cabinets, granite counter tops, a wine refrigerator and is open to the main room with a beautiful fireplace. A sizable master suite includes a walk out to the back yard and full bathroom with granite enclosed spa tub and separate tumbled marble shower. This home has dark stained oak wood and travertine flooring with new carpet in the master. A private courtyard leads to landscaped back yard lawn area. Located one block to award winning schools and close to the beach and downtown.

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One Block to Award Winning School This spacious, grand home on a corner has travertine floors, new carpet, built-ins and lots of storage all in a fantastic location. Custom built with 3,888 square feet of living space with 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a 3-car garage. The open gourmet family kitchen has a double oven, Sub Zero refrigerator, granite counter tops and maple cabinetry plus a sizable eating area that opens to the family room and back yard. The large master suite includes separate his and hers big walk in closets and a private balcony. This home is wired for sound and includes skylights, crown molding, double paned windows, 3 fireplaces and Air Conditioning. A private back yard patio leads to a beautifully landscaped area with an in ground spa and fountain accented with gorgeous stonework. Great location and close to award winning schools.

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HIRE the BEST SELL FASTER Current Beach Cities listings

FAST FACTS

sold took an average of 86

Median List Price

$1,797,000

Asking Price per Square Foot

$658

Average Days on Market

111

% of Properties with Price Decrease

46 %

% Relisted (reset DOM)

Total Homes for Sale

152

Market Action Index

16.9

Condos

Sand Section

Cities listings sold in an average of only 27 days.

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Low $

High$

$3,250,000

$27,000,000

$1,175,000

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Tree Section

$665,000

$2,925,000

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Hill Section

$1,195,000

$5,249,000

listings Sold price versus List

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$2,700,000

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$714,900

$899,000

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SPOTLIGHT ON THE TREE SECTION The Tree Section of Manhattan Beach is considered one of the most desirable places to live. It is bordered by Sepulveda Boulevard to the East, Manhattan Beach Boulevard to the South, Rosecrans Avenue to the North, and the Sand Section to the West. Its proximity to the ocean, LAX and an easy commute to the city, make it as appealing geographically as it is aesthetically. The area adopted its name, the Tree Section, not from the many trees that populate the neighborhood, but rather from the street names: Palm, Oak, Elm, Pine, etc. The area is also well known for its strict tree ordinance that restricts homeowners from removing most trees from their property without a permit from the city, thus preserving the visual attraction of the area. We have explored the Tree Section in the past, so now we’d like to examine it more closely. This section is one of the most diverse in all of Manhattan Beach. Being one large section, it encompasses the largest amount of sub-sections of all of Manhattan Beach’s areas. Within the Tree Section, one may find the neighborhoods with special names, such as “American Martyrs” and “The Gaslight District”. American Martyrs received its name for its proximity to the local Catholic church and private school, American Martyrs. Some of the more admired streets in this section are 15th Street through 18th Street as they offer something unique and hard to find: space. The lots in this section are typically 50 feet wide which not only allows one a little more distance from your neighbors but also allows more street parking and best of all, a very short walk to nearby Live Oak Park and the downtown district of Manhattan Beach. In some cases, these lots even offer a peak of an ocean view. The Gaslight District is located near Marine Avenue (although, the Gaslight District can be found on the Realtors Sand Section map, it is located adjacent to the Tree section.) These streets are beautifully lined with original gas burning lamps & lush trees. Many of

the lots in this area are typically smaller; sometimes only 25 or 30 feet wide. However, what one loses in size, one gains in character. Prices in the Gaslight District hold up very well, and are priced similarly to the larger homes and lots nearby. Pricing in the Tree Section can be some of the most confusing in the area as well. Home prices range from just under $1 million for a small post-war sized home to well over $4 million dollars for a custom built home situated on an oversized lot in a highly sought after location; land value in this beach community can be 90% or more of the total value of the property in some cases. An agent with thorough knowledge of the Tree Section, like Ed Kaminsky, will expertly guide sellers and buyers alike to make the right decisions within their needs and budgets. Traditionally, the thought is that the farther West of Pacific you can go, the more valued the homes are. However, an agent who understands the special nuances of the area will direct their clients through a better knowledge of great finds that will hold particular long term value. For instance, looking at the map, just East of Marine Avenue, and North of Pacific Avenue, a special little pocket of streets that lie between 18th Street and 23rd Street, John Street and Palm Avenue, are not in the “desired” American Martyrs or Gaslight Districts, yet these homes can yield higher than normal sale prices, and demand for these streets is far higher than market supply on an annual basis. Homes along nearby Laurel Avenue, Agnes Road, and the stretch of 19th Street between them, border the American Martyrs area and benefit in much the same way. A small stretch along both 23rd Street and Marine Avenue, just West of Flournoy Road, borders the Sand Section Gaslight District also tends to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to resale values based on this special location. 31st Street is a unique street, in that it lies apart from the Sand Section Gaslight District, yet has its own claim to fame... and its own gaslights (hence, less overhead wiring!).

Lastly, streets like 12th and 13th Street sometimes are confused for Sand Section homes, even though they are properly part of the Tree Section. Homes here are built on smaller lots that average 30x90 and are closer to the downtown district, so they tend to be assumed as Sand Section homes, which is not a bad thing! Homes that border major roadways, such as Marine Avenue and Rosecrans Avenue tend to see a break in pricing, which offers tremendous value for your money if you are a new Tree Section buyer. Properly pricing Tree Section homes is a skill that comes from many years of experience in the industry. You’ll get top dollar from an agent, like Ed Kaminsky, who knows how to navigate the pockets of value in the area and how to educate a buyer who is looking to find a great investment. It’s a great neighborhood with many options for many budgets and needs, which is easy to see why so many people seek a Tree Section address to call home.

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or four. He played bass and he used to play down I first started living here with my dad when I was three out about Hermosa. Going to the beach, I was at The Lighthouse and Poop Deck. That is how I found Pier. always riding down Aviation to Pier Avenue to Hermosa surf. So, I cruised down here and the first time I I started coming down to the beach to watch my brother The waves were one to two feet. But I remember paddled out, I had a used board. It was seriously terrible. I was the biggest goof ever, but I paddled out. thinking, ‘My dad is going to be so proud of me’. I know this area. I just fell in love with Hermosa Beach. You can’t beat t choose it. I’ve been around the world and had I chose this place to live, but it really chose me, I didn’ U.S., but you really can’t beat Hermosa Beach. the opportunity to live in other countries and area of the ? What do you think makes it such a unique beach

It is just in the middle of everything. It also You can do anything you want in a day’s period of time. ik and beachy. Since then, the temperament has used to be such a bohemian town around here. It was beatn learned how to surf on the south side of the pier. changed. It really is ever-changing. I grew up here and a family, so it is awesome. The family community is really ripe right now and I have was it like? later on decided to turn professional? What Tell me about when you got into surfing and

Billy Robinson, who was an excellent surfer. He I met a lifeguard down at the water by the name of Surfboards. One day when I was riding home from befriended me. He introduced me to Eddie Talbot at ET hole in the wall and I went in. I then started the beach, I saw the shop and stopped. It was a tiny little do repairs. I helped physically build the inside of going there every day after school and learned how to the surf shop. Mike Benavidez, a pro surfer, called me one day The pro surfer thing came about with me surfing a lot. a kook, or are you going to come with us and surf and was like, ‘Are you going to just sit around and be decided to cruise. I went, had a good time, did in South Africa?’. I had money, so I said why not and boards I were riding weren’t working, so in that pretty well. The first place I went to was Brazil and the . I don’t know why, but I shaped a board and it second stop in South Africa, I decided to try and shape r than on the other board. So when I came home, came out really well. I rode it and I think I did bette at that time. I was trying to be ‘anything for I found out I had a knack for it. I was also airbrushing go on tour. a buck’ Jarvis because I needed money to pay rent and

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to save money. I’d get the I’m very well educated on how 1983, it would add up to about cover of a surf magazine and in I off all of that until one day $4,000. I was making money t. I went ‘Oh my gosh, I’m had $33,000 in my bank accoun e s not working out, I drove hom rich!’. With a few other venture left to buy a Porsche. I turned one night thinking I was going esia, I’m on PCH and I look to go down to Gould off of Art e a wig shop for lease and a hug over. There was a t-shirt shop, se sign out of the corner of my liquor store. But I see the lea at back up, pulled in and looked eye. I whipped a u-turn, went the space. g into this place and looking I’m this scruffy surf guy walkin ng. That night, I was laying around thinking I can do anythi took the key to the store I in bed, but couldn’t sleep, so I with a sledgehammer, turned was given, went back down there shing everything. Here is the the lights on and started sma o this one wall, inside it was irony though, when I busted int then that it was an omen a silver surfer. No jive. I knew and I was in.

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lt thing for me to do to hire It was probably the most difficu a micromanager control freak. my first employee because I am because of a tireless group of To see where we are today is rk really hard, and when you are individuals that work for us. Wo p working. It was just having the going to give up, don’t. Just kee best service and that is where top quality stuff and giving the nged. we are today, and that never cha your shop? people want to come to What do you think makes

anymore, but it comes down to It isn’t so much brand loyalty duct, but to gain knowledge of service. We all carry the same pro element. I’m also the owner what you are purchasing is a key breed. Everything that I put my and shaper, and we are a dying o. name on, I put 100 percent int 34 SouthBayDigs.com | 07.08.2011

Quiver spy 1983

What does your day consist of? What is an average day like?

I usually get up pretty early. I check my e-mails from customers and anyone else. I usually do a round robin between the two stores and see how things go. I also go and design boards on a 3DM prog ram, which is unique. I used to hand shape everything. Now, I have a lapt op and sit there and design the boards. It takes some time. Then, I’ll take the blanks from the factory over to my cutter. We do that, I take them back to the factory on 190th and I’ll spend time on shaping them. I spen d more time doing details. If I were to write my job description, it would be trying to come up with creative ways to either do new things to the inside of the store--new t-shirt designs, add campaigns, anything to create an outward expression of the stores. So, my day is pretty all over the place, but it is good for me, because I couldn’t do one job. I couldn’t live any other way.

What do you love about surfing and the culture of it?

I used to be able to easily say it is the lifestyle. Surfing is the father of skateboa rding and snowboarding. So, you can’t say that surfing lifestyle anymore. It is a rarity to find a guy who will get up at 4a.m. and sleep on the beach to be the first in the water. Peop le used to do it. It’s fun for me because I get a bunch of things to do. I started out the surf shop and what it got me was to meet people. I’m the Spyd er guy and because of it, I meet people. Whether they are a friend or a busi ness acquaintance, it helps keep it interest ing to me. The relationships I create and the people I meet keeps me driven to be in this industry. What types of movies have you been involved in?

I really made money on national tv com mercials. I used to go into these audition s and didn’t have the look of desperation that everyone else would. I’d walk in, they ask me what I want and I’d say ‘I just got out of the water, I’m sorry. I have a little salt on me’. They’d laugh and that always got them. Through that, I got the experience of working on Point Break. I taught everyone how to surf and built all the surfboards. I worked tirelessly. The beauty was, I realized I was a terr ible actor, but because I am so anal, I’m a great producer and director. I got to work with James Cam eron and Kathryn Bigelow as well. After that, I focused on the shop and we bega n to grow. I then stopped all the acting and refocused. Have you ever thought about expa

nding and opening new shops in

the South Bay or anywhere else?

We have been in negotiations with a guy in Redondo Beach in an unbelievable location for four years. He says we can have it and we think that that area is underserved and we believe that we can serv e it. I am just waiting for an e-mail that says we’re on. I wouldn’t do it in this economy unless it was that location. The visibility is incredible. We are really fort unate to be by the beach because I hav e a lot of frie nds inla nd and tho se sho ps are gon e now , but peo ple gravitate towards the beach. I re today to r s DE SPY wouldn’t open a shop anywhere that’s not within a stones throw of the shops we have.

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Experience the Difference. Cape Cod on the Greenbelt! 510 Third St., Hermosa Beach 2 bed 2.5 bath Living room Family room 1700 sq. ft. End Unit Cul-de-sac street HUGE wrap around deck in the trees! 2nd floor balcony Awesome location on the greenbelt Very unique unit!

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You have NOT seen this before at this price! Offered at $749,000

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www.947-949thirdstreet.com Asking $799,000

www.209AvenueH.com Asking $ 1,439,000

Terri Dunn 310.710.9770 www.terridunn.com RE License # 01097063

Hermosa Beach 950 Artesia Blvd. 310.376.8871

Hermosa Beach 986 Artesia Blvd. 310.406.2020

El Segundo 431 Main St. 310.322.4900

Manhattan Beach 917 Manhattan Beach Blvd. 310.545.8401

Manhattan Beach 3300 Highland Ave. 310.546.7561

Palos Verdes Estates 16 Malaga Cove 310.698.1555

Redondo Beach 1009 Torrance Blvd. 310.316.8464

6264 Ocean Terrace Drive Rancho Palos Verdes

Offered at $3,950,000 Over 5600 sq ft on Half Acre lot ‘Truly a Residence of Distinction’ And the view ...... ‘Simply the Best’

www.6264OceanTerrace.com

Panoramic Ocean/Catalina Island View | 5 Bedroom + Library, 5 1/2 Baths

Roger Vaught

Spectacular modern estate with stunning view high above the Pacific Ocean. Architect Marshall Lewis wraps large open spaces in redwood and glass to create a home with privacy, serenity, elegance and livability. The elevated glass walled rotunda commands a sweeping view of Ocean, Catalina Island, and coastline from sunrise in the East, to sunset in the West. The home borders a huge ‘Nature Preserve’ overlooking the coastline. The strong modern architecture provides a dramatic counterpart to the feeling of nature provided by the private tree filled lot and stunning views. The interior appointments are exquisite and include a European style Kitchen. The outdoor entertainment area includes pool, spa, and a new terrace kitchen. The huge 1375 sq ft garage has twostory volume with skylights, a half court basketball facility, and exercise alcove. An elevator provides easy access to the garage and living areas.

Palos Verdes Realty Broker / Owner 310 - 377-1566

www.PalosVerdesRealty.net DRE 00426428

2008 President of Palos Verdes 2008 Realtor of the Year

5411 Manitowac Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes Custom home built in 1992 Single level 3 Bedroom, 2 Baths 2421 Sq.Ft. Unobstructed Queens Necklace and City view

$1,300,000 5411Manitowac.com

CUSTOMIZED MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS… ONE CUSTOMER AT A TIME.

2213 Warfield Avenue #A Redondo Beach 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Baths in over 2300 sq. ft.

2213Warfield.com $949,000

Victor Samaan

1720 South Elena, Redondo Beach

direct: 310-422-3339 | office: 310-373-6206 victor.samaan@bankofamerica.com Bank of America, N.A., Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender © 2010 Bank of America Corporation. Credit and collateral are subject to approval. zTerms and conditions apply. This is not a commitment to lend. Programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.

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Jack McSweeney, CDPE, SRES, e-PRO, PVS RE/MAX Execs Realtor / Manager Member of the RE/MAX Hall of Fame JackMcSweeney.com SoBayCalMLS.com 310 346-0391 cell / 310 356-4285 office

“Home sales of between $30 and $50 Million every week ---More buyers and sellers choose RE/MAX,

and nobody sells more real estate!”

Discover LOCATIONS BEVERLY HILLS 9454 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 600 Beverly Hills, CA 90212 Phone: 310-205-0050 Fax: 310-559-5587

MANHATTAN BEACH 400 S Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 100 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 Phone: 310-376-2225 Fax: 310-376-6522

RANCHO PALOS VERDES 28901 Western Ave. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: 310-514-1364 Fax: 310-514-1420

SILVER SPUR 450 Silver Spur Road Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: 310-544-9999 Fax: 310-703-1999

EL SEGUNDO 402 Main Street El Segundo, CA 90245 Phone: 310-322-1425 Fax: 310-322-5724

MARINA DEL REY / VENICE 155 Washington Blvd. Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 Phone: 310-577-5300 Fax: 310-577-5301

REDONDO BEACH 1720 S Elena Redondo Beach, CA 90277 Phone: 310-378-7747 Fax: 310-378-1997

SOUTH BAY 23740 Hawthorne Blvd., 2nd Floor Torrance, CA 90505 Phone: 310-378-9889 Fax: 310-378-2745

MALAGA COVE 63 Malaga Cove Plaza PALOS VERDES EST., CA 90274 Phone: 310-378-9494 Fax: 310-373-3427

MIRALESTE 5 Miraleste Plaza Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: 310-831-0222 Fax: 310-831-1684

SANTA MONICA 620 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite B Santa Monica, CA 90401 Phone: 310-264-2225 Fax: 310-264-2200

WEST LOS ANGELES 2999 Overland Blvd., Suite 104 West Los Angeles, CA 90064 Phone: 310-559-5570 Fax: 310-559-5587

Palos Verdes Realty

4464 Via Pinzon, Palos Verdes Estates | $ 1,550,000 Ideal Location | Fabulous Remodel and a Spectacular View!!! On end of a Quiet Cul-de-Sac Street | 5 bdrm | 3.5 bath | Stunning City Light | Large, Grassy Yards 2,652 Sq. Ft. | 13,650 Sq. Ft. Flat Lot. Exquisite Remodel Gives a BRAND NEW FEEL! Custom Appointments | Stone and Hardwood Flooring | Maple Kitchen Cabinets Stainless Steel Appliances | Designer Granite Counter Tops | All New Fixtures and Custom Cabinetry in Bathrooms | Master Retreat; Complete with a Massive Bathroom and Walk-In Closets Private Laundry Room | New Lightweight Tile Roof | Fresh Landscaping The Perfect Family Home | Ready for You to Move Right In Home has Approved Plans For a Russ Barto Addition Over 5,000 Square Feet!

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Exquisite Custom Home Designed by Roy Sklarin of Beverly Hills Located on the Canal and Steps to the Beach Gourmet Kitchen with Custom Cabinets and Granite Counters Spectacular Views of the Canal from the Living Room Elegant Step Down Living Room off Piano Room Master Retreat with Romantic Fireplace Luxurious Spa Tub with Glass Enclosed Shower and Custom Granite Beautiful Patio with Custom Built Fireplace

Priced to sell at $1,959,999 CARLA ZEOLI

Kirby Larson

Malaga Cove 63 Malaga Cove Plaza Palos Verdes Estates (310) 378-9494 DRE #00983568

Broker C: 310-541-1993 F: 310-541-6181

Haley Larson C: 310-897-2257

Office Phone:310.376.2225 x118 Home Office:310.316.5873 Cell:310.803.7007 Email: cjzeoli@att.net

LarsonsRealEstate.com

DRE License 01434882

Silver Spur 450 Silver Spur Rd. Rancho Palos Verdes (310) 544-9999 DRE #00983568

Miraleste Plaza 5 Miraleste Plaza Rancho Palos Verdes (310) 831-0222 DRE #00983568

South Bay 23740 Hawthorne Blvd. Torrance (310) 378-9889 DRE #01219939

Redondo Beach 1720 South Elena Redondo Beach (310) 378-7747 DRE #01219939

RPV San Pedro 28901 South Western Ave. Rancho Palos Verdes (310) 514-1364 DRE #01219939

Manhattan Beach 400 S. Sepulveda Blvd. Manhattan Beach (310) 376-5225 DRE #01879720

El Segundo 402 Main Street El Segundo (310) 322-1425 DRE #01879720

Palos Verdes Realty

Come on in and take a look! 616 N. ARDMORE, MANHATTAN BEACH Elegance Abounds! Sophisticated yet comfortable… this near new home will wow you! • • • •

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5 bedrooms / 6 baths 5400 sq. ft. of living space plus 3 car garage 8700 sq. ft. lot with lots of outdoor spaces Jay Stephenson architecture with lots of skylights, beams, and clean lines amidst the soaring 20 foot vaulted ceilings In-home theatre with velour curtains... dedicated play room along side the three lower bedrooms Formal living room with fireplace, formal dining room, entry area with fireplace, travertine floors Travertine slab spiral staircase accented with wrought iron railings Butler’s pantry Great room with soaring high beamed ceilings, open kitchen with large granite Center Island Chef’s kitchen with all the bells and whistles Double sets of French doors with floor to ceiling windows over looking the BIG GRASSY private yard… perfect for summer BBQs 5 short flat blocks to the famous downtown Manhattan Beach shopping and dining 4 short blocks to the pier, sand surf, & Pacific Ocean Just a short stroll to the national award winning Robinson school The famous “green belt” with the wood chip running trail and oversized sycamore trees is what you see out your window

Offered At $4,000,000

SUE FREEMAN Manager / Associate RE/MAX Execs and PV SueFreeman@remax-execs.com 310-880-1167 - Mobile DRE# 00912308