Permanent vacation; these few words define the feeling evocative of living in the Manhattan Beach Sand Section. This section offers the rare opportunity for an authentic pedestrian lifestyle. Everything is easily accessible; the beach and ocean, specialty shopping like the famous butcher-Manhattan Meat Market, the flower market, restaurants, and entertainment. One can choose to park the car on Friday after work and not get back in until Monday morning; ideal for those seeking a retreat from the daily grind.
While yards are sparse, views are not. Stretched elegantly along the coast from El Porto to the Hermosa Beach border, sprawling white water views can be had from most homes in this section of Manhattan Beach. Typically, homes are three stories and built on a reverse floor plan to maximize ocean views for relishing life with family and friends in this very social neighborhood.
Life on the Strand is a dream realized where nothing comes between you and the dazzling sea. Homes here enjoy unobstructed views from Palos Verdes to Malibu, and while paying a premium for this proximity to the sea, a beach for one’s backyard is rather priceless.
Just beyond the Strand are what are commonly known as the “Walk Streets”. What is basically a wide sidewalk; these pedestrian-only streets are closed off to traffic, and lined with homes that typically have large street-level patios opening onto the walk street. These sub-communities are very social where one can enjoy a glass of wine with a friendly neighbor relaxing outdoors almost any day of the week. Children have more freedom to scamper about safely; meanwhile, adults dash down the street with a surfboard in hand to catch the next epic wave.
Homes on the flat walk streets in South Manhattan Beach are often built on more of a traditional floor plan with the kitchen and entertaining spaces on the bottom floor to easily access the walk street. Holidays like Halloween are especially fun in these areas. Entire blocks of residence will participate in the joy of entertaining guests together and share in the festivities while engaging with friendly neighbors.
In North Manhattan Beach, the walk streets get longer as Highland Avenue moves northward. These walk streets often curve slightly with the land and are identified for their “Gas Light” nickname due to the quintessential Gas Lights built throughout several of the streets. The streets here tend to be steeper, but offer more privacy because of it. The sunset views from these locations are some of the best, and unlike most of the South Bay, residents here enjoy views with no power-lines.
The heart of Manhattan Beach is its lively downtown area at the center of the Sand Section between Ardmore Avenue to the Pacific Ocean. The quaint town is home to famous restaurants like MB Post, historical spots like the bar Eurcoles that serves up one of the best burgers around, or the ever lively Nick’s in the Metlox Center. Another space for local sun seekers to linger throughout the day, the aforementioned Metlox as it’s locally known. This charming plaza is filled with restaurants, shops, and the Shade Hotel. This spot also hosts the weekly farmer’s market and various other actives and events throughout the year.
The downtown Sand Section’s social counterpoint in the El Porto neighborhood is known as simply North Manhattan which maintains its own local’s scene. Home to long-standing Pancho’s restaurant where the best margarita in town can be enjoyed while watching the game after a long day on the beach. This surfing mecca of Manhattan Beach also claims other great eateries, fantastic yoga studios, and boutiques along Highland Avenue that serve the Sand Section and the Tree Section.
721 12th Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
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Welcome to 721 12th Street, an exquisite property with unbeatable walkability in the heart of Manhattan Beach. This home features an elevator, providing convenient access to all levels. The lower level, previously a separate studio, has been seamlessly connected to the main house. A La Cantina door spans the entire back side flooding the area with natural light.
Located in the heart of Manhattan Beach’s coveted El Porto neighborhood, 209 41st Street offers stunning unobstructed ocean views and coastal living just a few steps from the beach. The top-floor great room bathes in natural light and offers sweeping ocean views from every angle.
417 23rd Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
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This bright and distinctive townhome is located on a corner, right in the virtual center of the Sand Section of Manhattan Beach. It’s a close walk to the water, to downtown and to the burgeoning North End, and literally just steps to Grand View elementary. Step up, and the home’s bold design welcomes you with a 3-story light well at the entrance.
3216 Highland Avenue, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
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Two blocks from the beach, surrounded by a vibrant retail scene, this four-unit property offers the opportunity to unlock significant upside potential through strategic renovation and repositioning. Separated into two structures, there is a ground-floor commercial space on Highland Avenue, and above it, a spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment boasts its own private outdoor living area.
3216 Highland Avenue, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
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Two blocks from the beach, surrounded by a vibrant retail scene, this four-unit property offers the opportunity to unlock significant upside potential through strategic renovation and repositioning. Separated into two structures, there is a ground-floor commercial space on Highland Avenue, and above it, a spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment boasts its own private outdoor living area.
316 32nd Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
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Introducing an unparalleled coastal masterpiece where modern elegance meets breathtaking ocean and whitewater vistas that must be seen to be believed. Situated on a prime corner lot with 4322sf of living space, this newly constructed residence seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living spaces for ultimate Southern California luxury.
200 Moonstone Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
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Less than half a block from the sand in the highly sought-after Manhattan Beach Sand Section, this beautifully remodeled duplex offers the ultimate coastal lifestyle. With stunning ocean views from throughout the property, a stylish modern design, and an unbeatable location, this is a rare opportunity in one of Manhattan Beach’s most desirable neighborhoods.
200 Moonstone Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
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Less than half a block from the sand in the highly sought-after Manhattan Beach Sand Section, this beautifully remodeled duplex offers the ultimate coastal lifestyle. With stunning ocean views from throughout the property, a stylish modern design, and an unbeatable location, this is a rare opportunity in one of Manhattan Beach’s most desirable neighborhoods.
405 26th Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
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Experience the luxurious beach lifestyle of living in beautiful Manhattan Beach. This nearly new home is a lovely Coastal Modern Masterpiece, on a corner lot, that has been completely dialed in during the short time it's been owned. It is now "better than new".
2208 The Strand, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
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Introducing 2208 The Strand, a rare and extraordinary trophy income property in the heart of Manhattan Beach. This fully renovated four-unit building offers an unparalleled opportunity to own a piece of Southern California’s most coveted coastline at an incredible value—only $3M per unit, with over $1M in projected GSI.
2208 The Strand, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
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Introducing 2208 The Strand, a rare and extraordinary trophy income property in the heart of Manhattan Beach. This fully renovated four-unit building offers an unparalleled opportunity to own a piece of Southern California’s most coveted coastline at an incredible value—only $3M per unit, with over $1M in projected GSI.
4308 The Strand, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
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Live every day as if you’re on vacation—that’s the experience awaiting you at 4308 The Strand! This stunning location offers an ideal surfing spot right outside your front door, along with unobstructed views of the white water and the expansive sandy beach. Enjoy deep breaths of fresh ocean air while watching the sunset from one of the multiple decks.