Manhattan Beach New Listings (8/24-8/25/24)

It's a shorter list of new offerings this week, but we gotta say, 401 27th deserves the spotlight. That's a special property, without much parallel in the Sand. (Hey, for about $10M, it better be!)

If you're out touring homes this weekend, don't forget to drop by Edge's Hill Section listing at 819 11th, 2-4pm both days.

Open house times for new listings are listed below, but you can also click SEARCHES then "Open Houses" at the top of our site, which displays all the Manhattan Beach open houses. There are also links right at the top to Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach opens.

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PLEASE NOTE: Below, we present listings new to the Manhattan Beach market this week, via the MLS. They are listed and brokered by a variety of agents and firms. The name of the listing broker and agent for each property, along with any contact information supplied through the MLS, is displayed with each property, next to the price. Blog author Dave Fratello of Edge Real Estate Agency is not the listing agent unless so stated with the listing. Excerpts of the listing agent's description of each property are provided in quotes.

Click on any property address or photo to open a new page with full listing details, all photos, listing broker and agent information, and other MLS information. Any observations and comments about listings represent the professional judgments and opinions of the author, Dave Fratello, not the listing brokers or agents. Please see our blog disclaimer.

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Sand Section

 401 27th Street (4br/6ba, 6227 sqft.) is something huge and special, exhibiting warm, understated luxury and featuring surprisingly good ocean views.

It starts with an uncommonly large, 4000 sqft. corner lot, which benefits from some gradual upslope from front to back. That favorable slope puts the third floor significantly above the 3-story homes on the west side of Alma, across the street.

With that much land, they went ahead and build a C-shaped home featuring a sizable entry courtyard. Its welcoming, open space is echoed later with a family room that has a 2-story ceiling and two third-floor decks. You just rarely have the feeling of so much private, open space so near to the beach.

The first floor features large, flowing living spaces, including the sizable, open kitchen. The middle floor hosts 3 bedrooms and a large den. Upstairs, you have another family room with a wet bar, a deck with hot tub, fireplace and more, then the oversized primary suite in back.

From the official description:

"When one endeavors to build a special custom home it starts with an excellent location. 401 27th Street, MB fits the bill, sitting on the crest of 27th St and Alma on an oversized, north corner. This special plot allowed the family to assemble a dream team to design and meticulously build their iconic home, reverently referred to as 'Cloudbreak'. Combining exceptional design talent ... with precision, quality building ... and no budget restrictions, they were able to create incredibly special living spaces that allow privacy, tranquility, and massive ocean views..."

"Upon entering through the mahogany outer gate, one steps into a stone courtyard sanctuary, centered around a majestic 25' tall Laurel tree that welcomes you to the heart and soul of the home. The ground level open entry is designed with massive 9’ floor to ceiling wood sliding pocket doors that open into seamless indoor/outdoor living spaces. Also, rare, is the brilliant layout placing the main living areas on the ground level. A unique feature that benefits from having ocean views from all levels. From its dramatic great room with its 20’ Douglas Fir ceilings, well-appointed gourmet kitchen, expansive island, dining area, and second family room with an elevated ocean view stone patio to the west, perfect for entertaining with its fire pit or BBQs. The second floor has rich built-in library shelves, cabinets, a fireplace, enough room for a billiard table, and a beautiful office with sliding mahogany and glass doors. The east area of the second floor, one finds 3 large bedrooms, two baths, and a spacious kids family room that could very easily be converted into a fifth bedroom suite."

"The top floor offers a world-class ocean view living area and a bar purposely designed for entertaining that flows seamlessly to the spacious indoor/outdoor entertaining haven with a fireplace, spa tub, BBQ and seating area with unblock-able ocean views from Palos Verdes, past Catalina Island all the way to Malibu and beyond. Going east on the top floor, one finds the luxurious, private primary suite, which is a virtual paradise with a custom stone, tiled spa-like primary bathroom, walk-in closet and a 400sf stone deck along its southern flank. This timeless masterpiece awaits you. Shown by appointment only. www.Cloudbreakmb.com"

401 27th Street begins at $9.750M.

401 27th Street is listed by Robb Stroyke, Bayside.

 2303 Vista Drive (4br/4ba, 2500 sqft.) is a 2002-built contemporary townhome.

From the official description:

"[A] luxurious high-end home in the heart of the Sand Section of Manhattan Beach... The middle level features three spacious bedrooms including a primary suite. The primary is a serene retreat, featuring a spacious walk-in closet with custom built-ins and an en-suite bath designed for luxury. The bath includes dual sinks, a separate shower, a soaking tub, and a stunning chandelier that adds an elegant touch. A private balcony extends off the bedroom, offering a perfect spot for a seating area where you can bask in all the natural light that fills the space. The lower level has a private 4th bedroom suite—perfect for guests—with its own entrance and a charming side yard for added outdoor and relaxation space."

"The top floor is an entertainer's dream, featuring a light-filled, airy kitchen, living room, and dining room that opens onto a beautifully landscaped central atrium. This private outdoor space is equipped with a brand-new stainless steel Saber BBQ grill, ideal for al fresco dining. The kitchen is a chef's delight, showcasing a new top-of-the-line Sub-Zero refrigerator, a GE double convection oven, a 4-burner stove, and a Bosch dishwasher. A private den or office space and a powder room complete the top level."

Click here to view the virtual tour (3D)

2303 Vista Drive begins at $3.285M and is open Sat. & Sun. 2-4pm.

2303 Vista Drive is listed by Molly Hobin Williams, Bayside.

East Manhattan Beach

1643 5th Street (4br/3ba, 3058 sqft.) is a fun 1970s house with upgrades and a pool.

They haven't yet put this home on broker tour, and we're not sure the photos in the listing shows the current condition (we're actually sure some of the first photos to appear with the listing were about 8 years old), so we're going to hold back on further review.

We do appreciate the instinct to hyphenate "turn-key" in the description.

Even though "turnkey" is a proper compound word, how many times have you had to stop and re-read a home description that seemed to be calling the property a "turkey?"

From the official description:

"Gorgeous turn-key home in the heart of Manhattan Beach with a large lot. An entertainers paradise both indoors & out. The kitchen has been meticulously remodeled with custom cabinetry, soapstone countertops, state of the art stainless steel appliances including a Bosch induction cook-top, Sub-Zero refrigerator and more. The living room features built-in cabinets, a fireplace & generous space to relax & enjoy the comforts of your home. Large and hidden custom built office; a butler's pantry and powder room, the great room right next to the fully equipped upscale kitchen and dinning area, large balcony with beautiful views right outside the great room and dinning room. The downstairs master bedroom with sliding glass doors that step out to the lush backyard, & includes large master bathroom. Three generous bedrooms with ample closet space, laundry room, and a full size bathroom. The backyard is beautifully landscaped with a perfect size pool and great for indoor and outdoor entertainment. Additional features include a two car garage & extra storage & walking distance to award winning schools."

Click here to view the virtual tour (Video)

1643 5th Street begins at $2.980M.

1643 5th Street is listed by Wenjue Julia Shi, Real Property Management Choice.

 1625 18th Street (4br/6ba, 3600 sqft.) appears to be an ultra-custom, 2021-built house, based on the listing description.

There are only two exterior photos, so there's not much to go by, yet.

The home's size (3600 sqft.) is typical for a fully built, modern home on a roughly 5000 sqft. lot (4983 in this case). The price is not typical – $4.700M.

To date, the one and only home of similar size on a 5000 sqft. lot in East Manhattan to sell over $4.000M was 2104 Lynngrove, selling in May this year at $4.195M. (See "New Home Landmark Prices in Liberty Village and the Tree Section.")

From the official description:

"Simply one of a kind, entertainer's paradise. Custom-built modern gem, with pool and spa. Open indoor/outdoor floor plan with all pocket doors, opening to luscious backyard with space heaters, pool/spa with dual powerful swim jets & water features. Generous 2nd floor family/loft area. Private front yard with modern fire pit setting. Fully loaded with state-of-the-art European gourmet kitchen and appliances. Sound system throughout, water filtration system, surveillance camera system, electric car charger, and many other features."

1625 18th Street begins at $4.700M.

1625 18th Street is listed by Amir Zagross, Real Estate eBroker Inc.