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.
Come take a look at this beautifully remodeled Duplex in the Manhattan Beach Sand Section. Located a short walk from the Pier, fantastic restaurants, and stylish shopping, this property brings a warm and cozy feel to the South Bay's most prestigious beach city.
120 42nd Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
8.00Parking(s)
1Picture(s)
Great location in Manhattan's El Porto area, known for it's wonderful surfing. Only 3 or 4 properties to the sand on a nice wide street. Sellers have owned since the '70's, when it was truly El Porto, and have maintained the property well. The flexible floor plan offers 2 bedrooms, 3 baths and a large bonus and storage room. This property features beamed ceilings and an ocean peak.
304 18th Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
8.00Parking(s)
1Picture(s)
0.06Sqft
Amazing opportunity in the Sand Section, on a prime walk street & situated on a hill which captures fantastic views! This duplex is 5 bed, 3 bath & the main house has 1,962sqft w/ 4 bed, 2 bath, front patio off the walk street & fantastic views from the 2nd level. The remodeled 2nd unit above the garage is 672sqft, 1 bed, 1 bath, laundry room & private deck off the living room.
3615 Crest Drive, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
3.00Parking(s)
1,485Sqft
Big ocean views greet you when you enter the upper 2 bedroom 2 bathroom unit. The lower 1 bedroom 1 bathroom has views as well. This completely renovated beach modern gem provides great flexibility for an investor looking for that beach rental or an end user with rental capabilities. New windows, exterior smooth stucco, new doors and garage door, new modern kitchens and bathrooms.
436 ROSECRANS Avenue, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
6.00Parking(s)
1,984Sqft
Bank owned. Classic remodeled 4plex, ocean view, separate gas & electric meters, 3 garages. Units are beautiful. Flat oversized 30 x 97 street to street R3 lot. 3rd floor would have panoramic views. All vacant. We have 40 REO's. See agent remarks.
2716 MANHATTAN Avenue, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
6.00Parking(s)
3,592Sqft
Great income opportunity. One block from the beach. 4 unit building with 6 garage spaces. Ocean view!! Unit A = approx. 750 sq. ft. 2 Bed 2 Bath, Unit B = approx. 1,000 sq.ft. 2 Bed 2 Bath, Unit C = approx. 1,150 sq. ft. 2 Bed 1 Bath, Unit D = approx. 700 sq. ft.
217 Gull Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
3.00Parking(s)
1,546Sqft
Located Just ONE SHORT BLOCK to the SAND, THE STRAND and a Very Short Walk to the Desirable "North End" of the Manhattan Beach Sand Section. This is a Great Opportunity to get into a Close Sand/ Strand/ Water Location! Two Units, the Upper Unit is an Ideal Owners Unit or Rental - Spacious 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath.
200 39TH Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
3.00Parking(s)
1,416Sqft
Great investment opportunity close to the sandy section of Manhattan Beach. Property is 6th lot east of Ocean Drive. Front unit is a spacious 2 bedroom/2 bath unit with laminate flooring and fireplace; rear unit is 1 bedroom/1 bath with walk in closet. Rare 3 car garage parking plus extra spaces in the driveway. Laundry inside the garage.
Steps to the sand, popular north Manhattan Beach restaurants, shops, award winning schools and easy freeway access. Move right in and enjoy ocean views off the family room patio deck. Downstairs bedroom and bath and kitchen currently used as a duplex with separate entrance instead of sfr.Upstairs beautiful hard wood floors, living room skylights offers a light inviting beach feel.
113 Marine Avenue, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
3.00Parking(s)
1,852Sqft
VIEW - Less then a block to Sand and Ocean-3 bedroom, 2 bath up stairs unit with, fireplace, balcony, build-ins, force air and 2 off street parking spaces-Down stair unit is the 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit with fireplace, build-ins and 1 off street parking space-Great opportunity to live near the sand and have a rental to help-Exterior well be painted and roll up garage doors to be installed soon after
131 40th Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
4.00Parking(s)
1,864Sqft
Just off the Beach. 6 0r 7 lots from the Strand. Catch the ocean breeze with this incredible beautiful sand section duplex. Incredible views of ocean, Palos Verdes, and Catalina. Remodeled throughout and freshly painted. Front unit is a two bedroom and one and half bath. The masterrnsuite has a large walkin closet and Jacuzzi bath. Large living room with built-in entertainment cabinetry.