Welcome to 212 John Street, a coastal retreat on one of Manhattan Beach’s most coveted streets. Built custom for the current owner, it possesses mesmerizing ocean views, resort-style outdoor living and meticulously crafted interiors. Just moments from Downtown Manhattan Beach, this estate offers top-tier shopping, dining and entertainment. It is also located near award-winning schools, making it perfect for families seeking premier education. Step through grand double doors into a striking formal entryway. Off the entryway, a junior suite features hardwood floors, dual closets and an elegantly designed ensuite bathroom, with French doors open to a front-facing terrace. The primary suite is a luxurious sanctuary, filled with natural light and French doors leading to another ocean view terrace. The spa-inspired ensuite includes a soaking tub, dual vanities, a separate makeup vanity, private water closet and a large dual-head shower. The first level also features two guest bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a secondary entertaining room with a fireplace and pool table, and a spacious bar area. Double French doors flood the space with natural light and lead to the retreat like backyard. A full bath, spacious laundry room with storage and dual washer/dryer capacity, and a rear staircase enhance functionality. Designed to maximize panoramic ocean views and streaming sunlight, the upper level features an open-concept layout with hardwood floors and vaulted wood beam ceilings. The formal living room includes a wet bar, wine fridge, fireplace, and French doors to a terrace with ocean vistas. The formal dining area, seats up to twelve and connects to a butler’s pantry and the gourmet kitchen. A separate landing is ideal for a grand piano, while an elegant powder room is nearby. The kitchen boasts stone countertops, high-end stainless appliances, a Viking stove, and a large center island with bar seating. Adjacent is a cozy family room and breakfast nook for casual meals. A rear door leads to the backyard’s BBQ station and bar. The lowest level offers a media room, a large wine cellar and an additional guest bedroom with bath. Outside, the freshly painted exterior complements a tiered oasis designed for outdoor living. The lower tier has a spacious patio, while the upper tier features a pool, sundeck, outdoor fireplace, and BBQ bar. A separate ocean view guesthouse offers a private refuge, office, or in-law suite. A three-car garage provides ample parking and storage.
- Pool:
- Association, Fenced, Community, In Ground, Tile, Private
- Heating System:
- Wall Furnace, Floor Furnace
- Cooling System:
- Central Air
- Fence:
- Block, Wood, Privacy
- View:
- Peek-A-Boo, Pier, Bay, White Water
- Fireplace:
- No, Dining Room, Patio, Living Room, Gas Starter, Fire Pit
- Security:
- Security system
- Patio:
- Covered, Brick, Concrete
- Roof Deck:
- Tile
- Parking:
- 8.00
- Electric:
- 220 Volts In Garage
- New Construction YN:
- 0
- Utilities:
- Natural Gas Not Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Cable Available, Electricity Connected
- Laundry:
- Community, Dryer Included, Inside, No, Individual Room, Common Area
- Parking:
- Street, Uncovered, No, Direct Garage Access
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
- Room Type:
- Family Room, Formal Entry, Living Room, Office, Walk-in Closet, Kitchen, Laundry, Great Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Utility Room, Basement, Game Room, Foyer, Wine Cellar, Center Hall, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
- Common Walls:
- No Common Walls
- Senior Community:
- 0
- List Agent Agent ID:
- SFORBLAU
- Water Source:
- Public
- Lot Features:
- Back Yard, Park Nearby, Landscaped, Lot 6500-9999, Garden
- Window Features:
- Plantation Shutters, Screens, Skylight(s), Wood Frames, Atrium, Drapes
- Community Features:
- Sidewalks, Storm Drains
- Stories:
- 2
- Entry Level:
- 1
- Flooring:
- Stone, Wood, Carpet
- Association:
- 0
- AttachedGarage :
- 0
- Main Level Bathrooms:
- 5
- Main Level Bedrooms:
- 4
- Entry Location:
- Main floor
- Spa Construction:
- Association
- Exterior Features:
- Lighting, Rain Gutters, Satellite Dish
- Architectural Style:
- Mediterranean, Custom Built
- Appliances:
- Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Water Heater, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Range, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Trash Compactor, Barbecue, Built-In Range, Double Oven, 6 Burner Stove, High Efficiency Water Heater, Convection Oven
- Spa:
- 1
- Interior Features:
- Built-in Features, Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Two Story Ceilings, Vacuum Central, Wet Bar, Wired For Sound, Balcony, Granite Counters, Beamed Ceilings, Living Room Balcony, Storage, Bar, Sunken Living Room, 2 Staircases
- Street:
- John
- Street Number:
- 212
- Street Suffix:
- Street
- Zip4:
- 6654
- Floor Number:
- 0
- Longitude:
- W119° 35' 53.6''
- Latitude:
- N33° 52' 49.9''
- Listing Courtesy of:
- Compass
- TaxAnnualAmount:
- $0
- RoomKitchenFeatures:
- Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Granite Counters, Built-in Trash/recycling, Butler's Pantry, Utility Sink
- RoomBathroomFeatures:
- Bathtub, Shower In Tub, Vanity Area, Separate Tub And Shower, Walk-in Shower, Shower, Privacy Toilet Door, Soaking Tub, Granite Counters, Tile Counters, Jetted Tub, Double Sinks In Primary Bath
- Garage Spaces:
- 3
- Zoning:
- MNRS
- Lot Size Square Feet:
- 9,985 Sqft
- List Agent Last Name:
- Forbes
- List Agent License Number:
- 01295248
- Special Listing Conditions:
- Standard
- EatingArea:
- Dining Room, Breakfast Nook
- List Office ID:
- SB1379380
- List Agent First Name:
- Lauren
- DirectionFaces:
- West
- Directions:
- East of North Ardmore Avenue
- High School District:
- Manhattan Unified
- MLSAreaMajor:
- 144 - Manhattan Bch Hill
- Levels:
- Two
- Parcel Number:
- 4169012012
- TaxAnnualAmount:
- $0
Residential For Sale
212 John Street, Manhattan Beach, California 90266
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- Sold
- Listing ID :
- SB24244101
- List Price :
- $11,000,000
- Year Built :
- 2001
- Lot Area :
- 0.23 Sqft
- Country:
- US
- State:
- CA
- County:
- Los Angeles
- City:
- Manhattan Beach
- Zipcode:
- 90266
- Close Price :
- $9,700,000
- Bathrooms :
- 8
- Status :
- Closed
- Price Per Square Foot :
- $1,436
- Days on Market :
- 155
- Property Sub Type :
- Single Family Residence
