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2909 Bayview Drive MANHATTAN BEACH This elegant 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom single family home is situated atop Bayview Drive and boasts seemingly endless ocean views! This home includes over 2400 sq ft of living space as well as beautiful custom finishes throughout, including hardwood and marble flooring. This home is also at the perfect location being just a short walk from downtown shops and restaurants in both South and North Manhattan Beach! You will absolutely love everything about this home!
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766 33rd Street, MANHATTAN BEACH This beautiful 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom home has over 4800 sq ft of living space and sits on an over-sized 55x126 lot. It features a large, open floor plan with living room, family room and formal dining area. It also boasts guest quarters, a hobby room/office, a spacious master suite with reading room, and a backyard with patio grass area and spa that is perfect for entertaining! This home is located on one of the best streets in the Manhattan Beach Tree Section. You will love to live here!
Priced to Sell at $2,499,000
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$347
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$459
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“Wanted, Wanted, Wanted... it’s all we hear right now in the Real Estate community - where is the inventory?? It’s absolutely staggering the low levels of homes available for sale in the South Bay while the overall demand has appeared to increase. Scratching my head, I invested the time to re-educating myself on the Supply and Demand Theory and yet can’t get a clear data indicator to predict a direction of the economy. I routinely run local reports and know there are extremely healthy segments of our area such as the Peninsula product priced over $2.5M and the Manhattan Beach sand section priced above $1.7M however conversely we have very weak areas of the market such as North Redondo in the price range of $450k to $700k which has no visible end to the downward pricing pressure. Luxury product historically leads the recovery so we’re all looking for the data to make sense over the next few months...”
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INVESTOR IN SEARCH OF PENINSULA/BEACH AREA INCOME PROPERTY
Young Couple looking for their dream home with more than 3,500 square feet of living, Pool (or room to install one), and the views must be from the entertaining areas of the home
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Ocean front estate on the Esplanade in Redondo Beach perched high on the bluff and overlooking the Pacific Ocean from Catalina to Malibu. Offered by John Corrales & Lauren Forbes, Coldwell Banker International. Cover Photo by Paul Jonason. page 26
Looking Back
Hill House – The Early History of Hermosa Beach. By Denise Kano. page 32
LOCAL NUGGETS
Poop Deck. The South Bay’s Ultimate Dive Bar. By Quinn Roberts. page 42
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21st Century Modern: Mid-Century Inspiration with a Futuristic Flair. By Pamela Corante-Hansen. Photography by Paul Jonason.
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Peninsula Center By Maureen Megowan / RE/Max Palos Verdes Execs
The area now known as The Peninsula Center on Silver Spur Road in Rolling Hills Estates, today’s commercial center of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, has an interesting history. This area was the site of several “work camps” from the early 1930’s through the early 1950’s Mrs. Frank Vanderlip once stated that the wooded hill behind her home in Portuguese Bend was planted in semi-arid trees by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). This camp (Civilian Conservation Corp Camp #2520) was located in the Peninsula Center area. The CCC was established as part of the New Deal during the Great Depression. Its purpose was two-fold -- conservation of our natural resources and the salvage of our young men. The CCC operated from March 1933 to 1942. The CCC planted over 3 billion trees nationwide during its existence, and many of the trees on the Palos Verdes Peninsula may owe their existence to the work of the young men at this camp. The camp consisted of unemployed young men, many of which had dropped out of high school. Most camps also included an education center to teach math and reading. From the early 1900’s through 1945, the Peninsula Center area was periodically covered by seasonal lakes. In Elin Vanderlip’s memoirs, she states that the lakes were drained in the 1940’s and replaced by a detention camp for prisoners, mainly who were there for missing support payments to their ex-wives. An article from the Torrance Press on September 20, 1951 reporting on the opening and dedication of the newly built Crenshaw Blvd. into the Peninsula stated “its construction was made possible through use of men quartered at County Detention Camp Number 7, located In the Palos Verdes Hills“. The article then went on quoting Los Angeles County Supervisor Raymond V. Darby: ”Thus,” Darby said, “we have been able to effect a constructive road project and alleviate the County jail of overcrowding.” One source says that this camp was located near the location of The Red Onion restaurant on Silver Spur Road, and may have used the camp formerly occupied by the CCC. The Peninsula Center became the commercial center of The Hill when the original enclosed mall was developed by Ernest Hahn in 1981, adjacent to the existing Peninsula Center Community shopping center. This mall has seen several different owners, and names over the years including the Courtyard Mall, the Shops at Palos Verdes, the Avenue of the Peninsula (when Cousins Properties redeveloped the mall into an open air center in 1997-98), and today’s Promenade of the Peninsula.
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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. 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.
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99 VANDERLIP DR., RANCHO PALOS VERDES Once in a lifetime opportunity to own both a beautiful home as well as a piece of history. Frank Vanderlip, the original developer of Palos Verdes, constructed this home, which he called “The Cottage”, in 1916. This is the earliest existing home on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. The Cottage is ideally situated at the top of the Portuguese Bend community behind private gates, and adjacent to the famous Vanderlip Mansion. The home has incredible ocean and Catalina views. The Cottage has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and is approx. 3,866 sq. ft. There is also an adjacent guest house.
Fantastic Upper Rockinghorse 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath 3,047 sq. ft. Family Home on approx. half acre lot and a second adjacent lot of similar size. The Living Room, Den and huge Family room provide wonderful living areas. Large backyard with Beautiful Pool and a 3 car garage. Home has been updated, has a new roof and shows beautifully. Features include all new paver stone pool deck and pool upgrades, new exterior painting and landscaping, new interior paint and carpeting, new door hardware and ceiling lighting fixtures, new bath fixtures, rebuilt fireplaces with gas logs in family room, living room fireplace, travertine entry floor, new front and back doors, new kitchen hardwood floor, freshly painted kitchen cabinets, and more. The home is off of Mustang on Upper Rockinghorse next to entrance to Rolling Hills. Sale includes an adjacent approx. half acre lot, that has been legally subdivided and is zoned for Horses. Owner desires to sell the home and the lot together.
Offered at $1,400,000
IN ESCROW!
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Rare, hard to find corner overview single family home w/ 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths + office. No expense spared to build this beautiful custom home. High ceilings throughout w/ lovely walnut hardwood floors. Immaculately maintained by owner. Custom kitchen, handcrafted custom cabinets. Large deck w/ lounge area to enjoy the amazing sunsets!
Open House January 29, 2012. 2-4pm, RSVP Uni@UniMayesh.com OR text (310) 569-6535
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SMALL IS THE NEW BIG 807 ESPLANADE OCEANFRONT, RB $6,995,000 - Sunset Open House Thur 4:30-6:30pm Ocean Front estate perched high on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean from Catalina to Malibu. This magnificent property evokes emotion and excitement with unparalleled views of the sea life, coastline, beach activity and sunsets from every room in the home. Inspired by the Inn at Santa Marina on Mykonos, the home offers 4 bedrooms (all private suites), 4.5 baths, 3 fireplaces and 3,525 sq. ft. of total living space. Providing the perfect floor plan for entertaining and everyday living, the homes exudes luxury on every level boasting five star materials and amenities such as cherry floors, teak & alder doors, copper windows, floor to ceiling carrera marble, limestone, travertine and exotic granite. A very rare opportunity to acquire 50 feet of ocean frontage and live in a masterfully designed home which creates new memories hour of everyTransactions day. Over 80 Million inevery Real Estate in 2011
As a former CEO of a $250 Million National Printing Company, there was a certain ‘comfort’ in being a BIG company. BIG meant economies of scale, manufacturing efficiencies, national distribution and a 1000 employees to make it all work. However, there was also a certain ‘discomfort’ in knowing that we were less agile, highly structured and resistant to change.
“Those who admire the massive, rigid bone structures of dinosaurs should remember that jellyfish still enjoy their very secure ecological niche” - Beau Sheil
Small is the new BIG. At South Bay Digs, we live the ‘small is the new BIG’ mantra and always will! Small means we can focus on BIG-impact stuff for local real estate (like delivering over 650,000 Online Digital Media Impressions in 2011.)
John Corrales and Lauren Forbes Coldwell Banker Previews International 1300 Highland Avenue Suites 104&105 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Small means we have the flexibility to innovate and change to adapt to market demand immediately – no BIG bosses here! (Except our customers.) Small means we cherish our advertising partners and are committed to their success – that’s why we exist.
©2011 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC
Small means we keep the very complex, very simple. We focus 100% on hyper-local real estate, but do so in a truly innovative multi-channel media platform that leverages the new digital economy. Small means we can focus on creating value for our local community by being the conduit that directly connects the local home consumer to the local real estate professional. Small means if you think BIG…you can actually do BIG things. This issue’s front cover home is a dreamy Ocean Front Villa on the Esplanade in Redondo Beach, perched high on the bluff and overlooking the Pacific Ocean from Catalina to Malibu. Offered by John Corrales & Lauren Forbes, Coldwell Banker Previews International (Details on this page upper left.) Don’t miss this issue’s SWEET DIGS feature home – ‘21st Century Modern: Mid-Century Inspiration with a futuristic flair,’ starting on page 42. Finally, be sure to check out this issue’s Home of The Week on page 21 – the ultimate beach lifestyle location in Hermosa Beach in this open and modern detached townhome offered by Chris Phillips, Coldwell Banker Previews International.
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2516 OCEAN DRIVE, MANHATTAN BEACH $1,199,000 Views, views and location! Athletes train daily and novelists write books here from the inspiration they get this close to the ocean. Remodeled inside and out 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath town home with hardwood floors, Viking kitchen, stone finishes, high beam ceilings and ocean views. Turnkey property within minutes of downtown MB or North MB. It’s one of those properties where you can park your car on Friday and put the keys in the drawer until Monday. Appointment only and ready to show.
2222 HERMOSA AVE, HERMOSA BEACH $2,950,000 Better than new 2006 Louis Tomaro Spanish beach villa. 6 bedrooms, one currently used as a media room, and 6 bathrooms. The top floor is a large bonus room with bath, wet bar, fireplace & French doors leading out to “roof top” deck with fireplace and amazing white water views. The living space is bright and open and includes gourmet’s kitchen, large dining area, living room, office/nook, media room and bath–plus two patios. On the second floor, there are four bedrooms and three bathrooms, including a fabulous master suite with two walk-in closets, fireplace and large master bath. On the bottom floor is a guest suite & a large 4 car garage plus two car parking on the driveway (6 car parking). Additional amenities include: full size elevator, home automation system w/ security camera front entrance, lighting and audio control, 4 gas fireplaces/ 2 can be used as gas or wood. Surround sound in Living room, media room, game room and master bedroom. In addition, this home is completely wheelchair accessible.
Over 80 Million in Real Estate Transactions in 2011
Lauren Forbes Coldwell Banker Previews 310.901.8512 lauren@laurenforbes.com
John Corrales Coldwell Banker Previews 310.346.3332 corralesjohn@aol.com
©2011 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC
Offered at $1,297,000 IN ESCROW!!!!
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Prestigious Manhattan Beach Hill Section Location 3 doors to a home recently sold for $4,450,000 SFR with Ocean View Potential, Live In or Re-Build Call Shawn for an exclusive showing or visit www.HillSectionViews.com
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With over 20 years of building experience, we find that the highest level of customer service is just as important as the utilization of the highest quality materials and workmanship. Having worked with many top architects and designers, we are confident in our ability to make the building process as seamless and enjoyable as possible. Working with our clients is an essential part of each new project, and our ability to adapt and modify to fit each client’s individual preference and aesthetic has provided us with long lasting relationships. Our scope and expertise ranges from kitchen remodels to custom homes, and every project is afforded the same level of service and integrity.
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3 BEDROOM LUXURY HOME ON “THE STRAND” LEASE $16,500/mo SHAWN DUGAN (310) 265-3428 manonthestrand@gmail.com www.manonthestrand.com Your Real Estate eBroker LICENSE # 01749343
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Hill House the early history of
Hermosa Beach written By Denise Kano
Although given the name of “Hermosa” by early developers (“beautiful” in Spanish), the earliest years of Hermosa Beach were described as far from beautiful. Once referred to as a collection of bare sand dunes, the area was subject to unrelenting wind that whipped across the dunes and made life miserable for even the most resilient pioneer. Early settlers traveled west with hopes of dreamy vistas only to find bleak sand dunes and hills covered with barley. Some enterprising folks, however, saw great possibilities and started making plans. Ben Hiss, a local entrepreneur and budding real estate developer, provided crucial services for the slowly growing town, and used horses and wagons to deliver provisions over the dunes to townspeople. Hiss often received payment in the form of parcels of raw land, and many of the early subdivision maps of Hermosa Beach show numerous tracts identified with the name Hiss. By 1903, Hermosa consisted of five homes, the first one built known as Hill House and owned by the Hiss family. Hill House was located at Pier Avenue and Monterey Avenue (then known as Summit Avenue), and was similar to most homes built during this time period in that they were wood-frame structures built solely for the practical purposes of eating, sleeping, and staying warm during the cold, wet winters by the sea. John Hiss, the first baby born in Hermosa Beach, was born in Hill House on November 9, 1905, followed by other Hiss family members. Ben Hiss continued his efforts to build the city and was responsible for organizing a petition for the incorporation of Hermosa Beach. In 1907, Hermosa Beach became the nineteenth
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incorporated city in Los Angeles County. The first Hermosa Beach downtown area was considerably quieter than the downtown of present day, and consisted simply of a post office, grocery store, and the Kerwin Bakery and Lunch Room, all located near the corner of Pier Avenue and Hermosa Avenues. The first Hermosa Pier was built in 1904, made entirely of wood, and extended five hundred feet out into the ocean. The Pier was partly washed away during a storm in 1913, and then later torn down completely. Eventually, a new concrete pier was constructed and paved with asphalt. The only transportation system through Hermosa Beach was the Santa Fe Railway. Although there was no actual railway station, a platform was built seven blocks from the beach on Pier Avenue (then called Santa Fe Avenue). The Boardwalk was the first version of the modern-day Strand, and was built in 1908. However, it lacked a sea wall protecting it from the many winter storms, and was rebuilt many times until the first concrete Strand was constructed. Soon, Hermosa Beach started gaining a reputation as a blossoming “resort town,” and in 1910, ocean view lots went for $105 to $350, with just $5 down and $5 per month. Residents numbered almost 3,000, and Hermosa claimed to be the safest city on the West Coast, advertising, “30 miles of paved streets.” With the opening of the First Bank of Hermosa, and the Hermosa Grammar School accepting enrollment, Hermosa Beach’s future looked promising and truly beautiful.
Members of the Hiss family stand in front of Hill House. Photograph courtesy of the estate of Roger Creighton.
FUN FACTS Of the three beach cities, only Hermosa Beach owns its beach. The other two cities’ beaches are owned by the County of Los Angeles. Hermosa Avenue was the first street to be paved in early Hermosa. The Vetter Windmill was erected in 1907 by Herman Vetter to provide irrigation for his flower farm. Charlie Chaplin had a summer home located at 32 Tenth Street. Clark Gable and Carol Lombard spent their honeymoon at 4 The Strand.
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This 5 bedroom 4 bathroom home has Panoramic Views from Catalina to Malibu and a large flat grass backyard. Large master suite with a walk-in closet and deck with views. All bedrooms are upstairs with 3 bathrooms as well as 1 3/4 bath downstairs. Hardwood floors throughout and an open kitchen that enjoys the ocean views. Extra deep 2 car garage and no houses across the street so plenty of extra street parking. Price: $1,195,000
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TREE SECTION OF MANHATTAN BEACH 2912 Pine Avenue, Manhattan Beach Situated on an oversized corner lot of the tree section, this sprawling family estate offers a wide open floorplan that is perfect for entertaining. The unique design of the home truly creates a dramatic street presence in this fabulous location. This property has everything your looking for to enjoy a wonderful lifestyle. R R R R R R R
5 bedrooms + 4 bathrooms 3,809 square foot home 6,016 square foot oversized corner lot Custom designed and built in 2002 Wonderful deck areas and yard space Huge 3 car garage + large driveway/play area for the kids Incredible Gourmet Kitchen w/ quality finishes & enormous island
Priced to sell at $2,095,000 Open Sunday, Jan. 29 - 1-4 pm
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834 Monterey, Hermosa Beach This home has sweeping panoramic ocean and pier views from Malibu to Catalina and Palos Verdes. It is a southwest facing unit with lots of light and an open/airy feel. Each bedroom has it’s own bathroom. It has a large 2-car garage with extra storage and a driveway for up to 4-car parking. This is a great home for entertaining! It also has an oversized ocean view deck and is located adjacent to downtown, walking distance to the Hermosa pier, shopping, restaurants, cafes, and a few blocks to the open sand.
Offered at $1,075,000
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3 bed + 2.5 bath Built in 2003 Jefferson Elementary a few blocks away Brand new carpet and new interior paint High end, energy efficient appliances Stainless steel fridge, double ovens and microwave - Two fireplaces, one in the master - Bamboo hardwood floors
TINGENCIES AND PROPERTY MANAGEM XPERTISE BUY SELL INVEST SOUTH BA BEACH COMMUNITIES MARKET TRENDS NESS LEADERSHIP ECONOMIC CONDIT DREAMS LUXURY LIFESTYLE FINANCING NEGOTIATION MARKETING STRATEGY ESTYLE NETWORKINGRESULTS STRATE COMMUNICATION CONTINGENCIES AND THE ROPERTY MANAGEMENT EXPERTISE BU L INVEST SOUTH BAY BEACH COMMUNI MARKET TRENDS BUSINESS LEADERSHI DELIVERING THE ULTIMATE REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE CONOMIC CONDITIONS DREAMS LUXUR FOR HOME SELLERS & BUYERS IN THE SOUTH BAY LIFESTYLE FINANCING NEGOTIATION KETING STRATEGY LIFESTYLE NETWOR RESULTS STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION TINGENCIES AND PROPERTY MANAGEM ERTISE BUY SELL INVEST SOUTH BAY BE OMMUNITIES MARKET TRENDS BUSINES
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WRITTEN By: Quinn R ob erts Bobby Swartz holds nothing back when describing the Poop Deck, a place he’s managed for the past five years. “It is a dive bar and that’s the reason people come,” said Swartz. Yet, whether it’s a chilly January day or a balmy July night, one thing has kept locals and even tourists piling into the Poop Deck since 1957. “Have you seen the view out in front of this place?” Swartz said. “It has a lot to do with why people come here and what has kept it in business so long.” Located at 1272 The Strand in Hermosa Beach, which sits right next to the Hermosa Pier, the Poop Deck is a rarity in a spot where high prices and long lines are the norm not the exception. With business peaking from St. Patricks Day to
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Labor Day, patrons can enjoy ocean and pier views, rays of sun shining through the windows and a front row seat to people playing volleyball on the sand. Serving just beer and wine and accepting only cash, the Poop Deck also has only one beer on tap--Budweiser, with Swartz saying it is all they have room for. Even with specials throughout the week, it’s Friday’s deal that takes the cake. When the first keg of Budweiser comes out for the night around 8:30, each large cup is $1 until the keg runs out. Most nights, that happens within 15 minutes of the first cup being poured as people lineup and crowd the bar for service. Full of character in every nook and cranny, the Poop Deck has a large fish tank that runs along the back of the bar, a foosball and pool table and an outdoor patio where people can relax or play drinking games. Having
the perfect music to go along with the atmosphere, the sounds of Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix and The Eagles reverberate throughout the bar on any given night. The Poop Deck has even been featured in television commercials and movies from nearly every decade. The bar can be seen in a Miller Lite commercial from the 1970’s and movies such as Bad Influence (1990) and Southland Tales (2006). And whether you’re a regular or tourist just passing through, a piece of Poop Deck history can always be yours. The bar sells postcards, hats and even t-shirts, which are newly designed every year. “Where else can you get such cheap beer and have such an amazing view?” said Vick Carzwell, who’s been coming to the Poop Deck for about 20 years. “It is such a chill, local bar.”
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ED’S COASTAL REPORT JUST LISTED
JUST SOLD
TOTAL HOMES AVAILABLE
AVERAGE SOLD PRICE
AVG. DAYS ON MARKET
% WITH PRICE DECREASE
MANHATTAN BEACH
11
8
105
$1,591,000
127
26%
HERMOSA BEACH
15
4
67
$1,192,000
129
41%
REDONDO BEACH
40
10
216
$753,000
96
42%
RANCHO PALOS VERDES
43
6
193
$1,231,000
114
31%
PALOS VERDES ESTATES
8
1
64
$1,469,000
169
32%
ROLLING HILLS
3
0
13
$2,450,000
155
29%
ROLLING HILLS ESTATES
11
3
36
$785,000
120
46%
LIST PRICE TREND
Average Sold Price Reported from TrendGraphix; 12/2011 All other numbers reported from the MLS; 1/9/12 - 1/23/12
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So you are thinking of selling, You hire your favorite real estate agent, what comes next? Where do buyers come from? Well, most assume if you hire Joe Agent, that agent must have a bucket full of buyers that they know and they will simply bring them over and sell the home: a pretty simple process right? Then why does it sometimes seem to take so long to sell a home? Why does your agent never seem to show up with a buyer who actually buys your home? Why do buyers show up and say they won’t buy your home because it only has 3 bedrooms and they need 4 bedrooms? Can’t they read? If there are so many open houses on my home why hasn’t a buyer came over and bought it already? Anyone that has been in the real estate business for more than an hour will tell you if your home isn’t sold, it is likely overpriced. With that being said, then why haven’t the buyers written an offer at “their price”? Are you that owner that is sitting there wondering: “why did I bother putting my home on the market only to deal with all of these hassles? Why can’t I just make a phone call to a few prominent agents in
town and tell them to bring me an offer? When I think back to my first day in Real Estate 25 years ago, I actually assumed that buyers just showed up at the office looking for a home. Coming from the retail jewelry business, that is exactly who I sold jewelry to: people who showed up at the store. Well, after about 8 hours in the business staring at the front door of the office, I realized nearly no one walks into the office looking for a home. I quickly learned if I ever intended to represent a buyer or seller then I had to figure out how to go find my own client. I asked my manager at the time “where do buyers come from?” and he said, “Ed, hit the streets”. I said, “what do you mean”? He said, “pick a street, knock on the door and ask them if they would like to buy or sell a home.” I said, “Won’t they get mad?” He went on to tell me that some do, but if you smile and are polite, (and they don’t own a gun or a German Shepherd,) you will be just fine. I spent the next 10 years of my career following his advice. With only two dog bites, one angry bird incident and, fortunately, no gunshot
wounds, it ended up being a great way to find new clients. This was, of course, before the internet; before cell phones or even fax machines were used. When we agents talked about marketing to find a buyer for our listing, the plan was this: a 2 line ad in the newspaper, a sign in the front lawn, and a Sunday open house. Life was simpler for sure. Fast forward to my 25th year in the business and the buzz is all about Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Google. Buyers are no longer coming from just around the corner. They are coming from every corner of the Earth. Finding them brings a whole new set of challenges. A bulk of them (62%, per the National Association of Realtors) found the home they bought through agent and broker branding. This really points to agents doing their job finding buyers on their own and bringing them to the properties that are for sale. Surprisingly, only 1% of homes sold were originally discovered from an open house a buyer visited. The balance comes from a variety of sources including, but not limited, to relocation services (similar to SportStar Relocation), print advertisements, the MLS systems, and For Sale signs. Knowing that 62% of the buyers are going to be sourced through a broker’s diligence, it is also important to know that a majority of those buyers will not likely be working specifically with the agent you hire to market your home. A listing agent’s ability to market to the agents in the area becomes as critical to the marketing process as anything they do in their plan for your home. Reaching beyond the walls of local agents and local buyers is where creativity and effort becomes necessary. Whether buyers are coming from 25 miles away, 2,500 miles away or from the other
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side of the globe, it takes diligence and skill to attract their eyes. With millions of internet sites syndicating your listing automatically, it continually becomes a challenge to direct and focus those buyer’s eyes on your own home or listings. In addition, the demographics of today’s buyers run the complete gambit. Surprisingly, we are seeing more buyers are under 30 years old with the means to buy a home worth millions. There are buyers, 30-50 years old, and others who are in their twilight years. Knowing how to get home in front of all of these buyers while simultaneously appealing to each generation is of the utmost importance. Today there is no question that quality and quantity of property photos online is critical. No matter the generation identifier, buyers spend hours doing research
online and the more an agent can offer them up front, the better. Reaching the international market is certainly the hot topic of today. Providing excellent online content to those international Real Estate investors and buyers relocating to the States from overseas is the critical first step to garnering their interest. Staying ahead of the game, be it via technology or otherwise, is imperative to finding the best buyers in the market. Just last week our team implemented a new “flying camera” to capture a Bird’s-eye view of a large estate home, offering a view that could not be captured from the ground. The video camera is literally attached to a remote control Quiet-Copter™* to ensure that buyers get a full perspective of our inventory from the comfort of their own computer or handheld device on-the-run.
WHAT IS THE REAL ANSWER TO WHERE BUYERS COME FROM? Here, there and everywhere. If you are selling, be sure you have a full service agent who has a plan to reach them all if maximizing your price is important to you.
Photos/Virtual Tours
Social Media
YouTube/ AOL Video
MLS/ Syndication
Print Ads e-cards
Educating Other Agents
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Staging
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Lead Capture System
Search Engine Optimization
International Platform
Eco-Flyers
* Quiet-Copter is manufactured, owned and operated by Hoverfly Studios, based right here in the South Bay.
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View the video captured by Hoverfly Studios online at YouTube.com/EdKaminskyTV
SELL FASTER Our listings sold an average of 60 days faster than the market in 2011
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My friends and family always look forward to backyard fun at our house! I never get tired of this view . . .
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A giant driveway turntable designed to spin a full-sized vehicle. A circular living room with modular leather furniture. An automated toilet with a lid that rises as one approaches. A pampered, furry feline. If this sounds like the treatment for the latest film spoof about a certain international spy, think again. These are a few of the features that distinguish the contemporary Manhattan Beach home that Stu and Melita Riddle share with their cat, Miss Toodles. The story of how the Riddles built the residence with architect Jim Fasola, the creative force behind the landmark home, has as many twists and turns as the plot of a good thriller, minus the daredevil stunts. The Riddles searched tirelessly for the perfect lot to build their dream home, but when an ideal piece of land became available, developers often beat them to the punch. A property on Manhattan Beach Boulevard came to their attention, however a city regulation that forbade new construction where there was an existing
structure put a damper on the Riddles’ plans. But fate intervened. “The owner of the property called me a year later and said he wanted to sell,” recalls Fasola. “Shortly after that, the house on the lot burned down. It was a little suspicious, but in the end Stu and Melita got the property they wanted.” As if the uncanny timing on the house fire weren’t dramatic enough, one more hurdle materialized. “The city has a new construction ordinance that forbids backing out of a driveway onto Manhattan Beach Boulevard,” Fasola says. “So, I had this idea.” Fasola had worked on a project for actor Rodney Dangerfield that involved building an oversized turntable for an automobile. Fasola created a small-scale model and presented it to the city, which gave him the okay on the project. It was the shape of the turntable that influenced the home’s front section, a striking cylinder that provides a refreshing contrast to the neighboring
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Something special has to happen where the circle and rectangle meet,” Fasola says It is at this intersection where the home rises to a dramatic, loft-like space on the third floor. In contrast, the back portion of the home is the more intimate, daily living space, a subtle transition from the circular portion’s formality.
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boxy, 1970s era apartment buildings. Fasola credits mid-century modern architect John Lautner for the inspiration. “He’s my favorite architect,” Fasola says. “In particular, the Elrod House influenced me on this house.” Fasola is referring to Lautner’s 1968 futuristic, circular home in Palm Springs, which, fittingly enough, served as the setting for several scenes in the James Bond film, “Diamonds are Forever.” At 3,500 square feet, the Riddle residence comprises a garage at street level with the main living area on the second floor. A third story contains two bedrooms and an oversized office that can legally be divided into two bedrooms. One of the most distinguishing characteristics of the Riddle house is the warmth of its interiors. In contrast with the sometimes sterile feel of modernist homes, great care was taken by Fasola and his clients to ensure that the house felt inviting and intimate. A palette of orange, amber and ochre tones give each room in the home a warm energy. Natural light pours in through multiple windows and skylights, enhancing the rich brown and sepia tones of the Brazilian cumaru wood floors. In the circle-shaped living room, a matte redwood ceiling complements the subtle gloss of the cumaru flooring, balancing the room’s large proportions and giving it a more human scale. Tasteful decorative elements throughout the home
create an elegant degree of tension between the modern and the traditional. An ornate Murano glass chandelier floats above a spartan, rectangular wooden dining table that Melita fell in love with in Arizona. She good-naturedly recounts that her impulsive purchase upset an interior designer to the degree that she dropped the couple as clients. The controversial table sits at the juncture where the home’s circular front portion intersects with the rectangular rear. “Something special has to happen where the circle and rectangle meet,” Fasola says. It is at this intersection where the home rises to a dramatic, loft-like space on the third floor. In contrast, the back portion of the home is the more intimate, daily living space, a subtle transition from the circular portion’s formality. On the other side of the couple’s gleaming kitchen, a breakfast nook with modular, mid-century style chairs looks out on a tranquil, Japanese-influenced backyard. Thanks to the upward sloping lot, Fasola was able to design the home so that the main living area connects with the backyard. “The bedrooms are on top, which is where they should go,” notes Fasola. “A lot of houses in this area are built upside-down in order to get the view. You sacrifice livability because you lose all connection to the ground.”
“RIDDLE HOUSE” In the summer months, the Riddles make full use of their backyard, adhering to the modernist concept of marrying indoor and outdoor space. A water feature and bonsai trees contribute to the sense of tranquility in the garden, which is not without a touch of whimsy. “A nursery was going out of business so we bought a giraffe topiary tree,” says Stu. “Now it looks like a poodle.” Angles and curves make bold statements indoors and out, and a granite kitchen island is no exception. Shaped like a crescent moon, the curve of the island creates visual interest as one moves from the entryway to the back of the house. “One of my professors in architecture school said that each building should have an element of excitement,” Fasola says. “This is why we have the point on the end of the island.” Adding to the novelty is an abstract mural on the wall that spans from the second-floor living space all the way to the third floor where the bedrooms are. Entitled ‘Sausal Redondo’ as a nod to the beach cities’ history, the mural’s orange, mahogany and slate tones complement the décor of the house. Conceived by a local artist, the process was not without its own sense of dramatic tension. Melita’s office, located in the third-floor loft space, faces the mural. “The artist spent a month of weekends painting the mural,” recounts Melita. “When he first started working on it, I could see him from my office and I’d think, ‘Oh my gosh, if we don’t like this, we can’t just take it down and put it in a closet.’ But it’s beautiful.” Upstairs, two bedrooms with ensuite baths comprise the rectangular wing of the home. From the peaceful stillness of the master bedroom, it’s hard to believe that busy Manhattan Beach Boulevard is just a few steps from the front door. Brazilian teak floors warm up the second floor, a decision Melita does not regret despite having originally lobbied for wall-to-wall carpeting in the bedrooms. Melita, a community college online instructor, and Stu, an engineer who works in outdoor advertising, enjoy traveling all over the world. But what they miss the most while they’re on the road is their elaborate master bath. A spa tub spacious enough for two is the centerpiece of the space, which is flooded by natural light from large windows, opaque for privacy. The toilet, which doubles as an automated European bidet, was inspired by the couple’s international sojourns and could easily fit in a Home of Tomorrow exhibition. The future, perhaps as John Lautner would have envisioned it, is alive and well in Stu’s spacious circular office, which is a meditation in modernity. From his desk, he enjoys an expansive view of the Manhattan Beach pier and Palos Verdes. As easy as it is to imagine a character from a Bond film plotting his next move here, the Riddles’ motives are rooted in reality. “We’re lucky to be here,” says Melita gesturing toward the room’s scenic panorama, “and have the luxury of seeing the great blue.”
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One of a kind Italian villa 1636 Monterey Blvd Hermosa Beach 4 Bed - 4 Bath - 3671 sq ft Ocean Views Outstanding one of a kind Italian Villa with OCEAN VIEWS, custom features, beautiful courtyard, amazing rooftop deck with Jacuzzi. Huge master bedroom, 3 fireplaces and even a loft office! This house was built for entertaining with huge kitchen and living room! There are so many beautiful features to this home. The open floor plan works well for Entertaining your special guest or enjoying the family for the Holidays. This rare Italian Villa is only a very short walk to the sand. It boasts quality finishes throughout. This home you will be proud to call home. Being this close to the sand but yet having a full size lot with a beautiful courtyard truly is a rare fine. You will enjoy your views from throughout the home. The living room has over 20 ft ceilings and a balcony that has ocean views and calm breezes. The kitchen has not one but two large stoves perfect for a chef or family cooking. The Master bedroom has an oversize shower and tub, with beautiful granite throughout. The roof top deck has ocean views but yet is very private. If location is important then this is the house for you! Easy walk to beach or downtown Hermosa! There are many more features that you must come and see!
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“We’ve moved quite a bit from traditional lattices and really modified traditional Chinese motifs.” The company is also dedicated to artisanal manufacturing and the idea that niche product manufacturing, through certain business practices, can prosper in traditionally high market costs. A way LatticeStix does this is through buying locally sourced wood and using sustainable products. One of the company’s suppliers of cedar is located in British Columbia, while their biggest supplier of redwood is in Mendocino, CA, only three hours north of San Francisco. Using sustainable wood as opposed to vinyl, LatticeStix also uses non-toxic, water based glues and focuses on joinery instead of mechanical fasteners. The company’s KitStix FreeForm Trellis with three and four square patterns is only $59, while other lattice structures can run as high as $1,000. “We don’t depend on the usual forms of framing,” Moffly said. “We are focused on an idea of more modern framing ideas that in turn are more efficient.” It’s those beliefs that continue to have not only the United States, but Europe, Australia and even the North Pole buying into the ideas of LatticeStix. “We are always considering different patterns and continue to follow where the market takes us,” Moffly said. “The modern part of lattices are really starting to get legs in the marketplace and our designs have followed suit to adapt.”
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h e r m o s a b e a c h 950 Artesia Blvd.
310.376.8871
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310.322.4900
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310.545.8401
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310.546.7561
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310.698.1555
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REGAL EQUESTRIAN ESTATE 3747 PV DRIVE NORTH, ROLLING HILLS ESTATES • • • • • •
2 Lots - 1.7 Acres PRIVATE Drive off PV Dr. North Gorgeous remodeled/rebuilt ranch home 3 Bed & Study Living room/ Family room 6 Stables - State of the Art
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Large Ring Pool/Spa Outdoor terrace w/ kitchen/dining/ fire pit Vineyard - Cabernet, Chardonnay grapes
3,600,000 - Call for private showing
COLLEEN HARTLEY
310-766-0272 950 Artesia Blvd. Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 DRE # 01338880
Hermosa Beach 950 Artesia Blvd. 310.376.8871
Hermosa Beach 986 Artesia Blvd. 310.406.2020
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Manhattan Beach 3300 Highland Ave. 310.546.7561
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GREAT FAMILY HOME...GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD IN THE TREES! 759 27th Street | Manhattan Beach 4 Bedroom | 3 Bathroom | 3300 sq ft | Tree Section
Offered at $1,579,000
Beautifully maintained and updated, this traditional style family and entertainment home with extensive use of natural light has four spacious bedrooms, built-in office, and family room. There are vaulted ceilings, wonderful living and dining rooms with expansive wall space for artwork, skylights, and a gorgeous custom kitchen with stainless appliances, center island, granite counters, French doors to deck, and mountain views. The large, lovely master suite features a beautiful custom bathroom with spa tub, walk-in closet, and is light and bright. A dramatic family room with a partial two-story ceiling affords extraordinary light introduction and features custom built-in cabinetry, wet bar, French doors, access to a tranquil, Zen-like beautifully landscaped back yard with large patio and built-in BBQ, and is adjacent to three ancillary bedrooms, bathroom, and large laundry room.
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Rolling Hills
Palos Verdes Estates
French Normandy Home with Panoramic Ocean Views!
Panoramic Ocean, Queen’s Necklace & City Views!
Panoramic ocean & city light views. This absolutely beautiful custom built home offers approximately 8,000 SF of luxury living with 5 BRs & 7 BAs plus a library, media room and wine cellar. Bright and airy with high beamed ceilings, large formal dining room and kitchen that opens to a Great Room. No expense spared with extensive use of high-end French / Italian imported materials and natural limestone throughout. Brand new 2-story barn approximately 1,200 SF - could be used as office, guest/ play house or studio. Other features include handmade natural stone fireplaces; a 4-car garage; pool & spa; barn; circular motor-court; large flat grassy area and easy access to the Rolling Hills Main Gate. All this on a 4.39 acre lot! Architecture by Edward Carson Beall.
Do not miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to own a piece of prime real estate in Monte Malaga! Situated on a 1.13 acre mostly usable lot that boasts breathtaking panoramic, unobstructable ocean and Queen’s necklace views - perfect for creating one large gated estate. Featuring 5 bedrooms & 4 Baths and 4,700 sq. ft. living space with views to be enjoyed from almost every room! Formal entry that leads to living and dining rooms. Kitchen with center island, custom cabinets, walk-in pantry and a breakfast area that looks out to the pool. Family room upstairs with large wraparound deck. Master suite with large master bath and 2 walk-in closets as well as a balcony deck to enjoy views from. Two Private downstairs bedrooms with own separate exit that could be used as guest / maid quarters. Special features include crown moldings, marble floors, windows and glass sliding doors throughout; pool overlooking ocean and city views; built-in outdoor BBQ; 2 fireplaces with marble facade and a 3-car garage. All of this set within lush, green landscaped grounds with mature rose bushes, beautiful magnolia, pine, evergreen as well as a mature willow tree!
5 BD & 7 BA ~ 8,000 SF ON 4.39 ACRE LOT
$6,999,000
5 BD & 4 BA ~ 4,700 SQ. FT. ON 1.13 ACRE LOT
$5,500,000
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Brand New Custom Homes Manhattan Beach Tree Section OFFERED BY WORLDWIDE INVESTMENT INC. •
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Each home boasts 5 Bedrooms and 4.5 Baths
2666 The Strand, Hermosa Beach OFFERED BY DON DOUKOULLOS •
7,000 sq. ft. of living space 5 Bedrooms and 8 Baths
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Formal living, dining and great rooms
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Game room, disco and movie theatre rooms
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70 ft. wide ocean front lot
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Panoramic ocean & white water views to Malibu, Catalina & Palos Verdes
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OFFERED AT $13,900,000
UPCOMING CUSTOM ESTATES IN PRIME EAST MANHATTAN BEACH LOCATIONS! 1626 1st Street
1200 10th Street
DEVELOPED BY RAJU CHHABRIA
DEVELOPED BY RAJU CHHABRIA
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Colonial Style Home with 4,500 sq. ft. of living space
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Plantation Style Home with 4,200 sq. ft. of living space
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7,507 sq. ft. lot
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Great corner lot with 7,467 sq. ft. lot
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5 Bedrooms and 5.5 Baths
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OFFERED AT $2,300,000
OFFERED AT $2,499,900
1641 Chelsea Road, PVE LUNADA BAY BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION!
Tuscan Village with Unobstructable Panoramic Ocean and Catalina Views! OFFERED BY ESFAHANI / CHHABRIA
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9,817 sq. ft. lot
30039 Via Victoria, RPV -- $2,799,000
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5 Bedrooms
30051 Via Victoria, RPV -- $2,899,000
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4.5 Bathrooms
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Outdoor Fireplace Backyard with pool
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Close to the bluffs of Paseo Del Mar
OFFERED AT $2,800,000
Panoramic Ocean Views, 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms 4,400 - 4,600 sq. ft. Interiors, Approx. 10,000 sq. ft. lots PRECONSTRUCTION -- Completion Feb., 2012
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Palos Verdes Estates Unobstructable Queen’s Necklace View!
Palos Verdes Estates Grand Monte Malaga Estate
5 BD & 5.5 BA ~ 5,700 sq. ft. on 16,500 sq. ft. lot
5 BD & 5.5 BA ~ 5,700 sq. ft. on 16,500 sq. ft. lot
6 BD & 6.5 BA ~ 6,900 sq. ft. on 21,500 sq. ft. lot
$4,499,000
$4,988,000
4,699,000
Rancho Palos Verdes Panoramic Ocean View Home
Rancho Palos Verdes Unobstructable Ocean & City Views!
Palos Verdes Estates Mediterranean with Ocean Views!
5 BD & 6 BA ~ 6,994 sq. ft. on 28,357 sq. ft. lot
4 BD & 4.5 BA - 4,183 sq. ft. on 21,930 sq. ft. lot
5 BD & 5 BA ~ 5,679 sq. ft. on 11,151 sq. ft. lot
$3,499,900
$2,999,900
$2,499,999
Palos Verdes Estates Queen’s Necklace View!
Manhattan Beach Hill Section Southwestern Style Home
Hermosa Beach Rare Opportunity Hermosa Hill Section
4 BD & 4 BA ~ 3,200 sq. ft. on 7,600 sq. ft. lot
8 BD & 7.5 BA ~ 7,000 sq. ft. on 10,505 sq. ft. lot
3 BD & 3 BA ~ 1,908 sq. ft. on 9,155 sq. ft. lot
$1,899,000
$4,895,000
$2,399,000
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Palos Verdes Estates Unobstructable Queen’s Necklace View!
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Welcome to Watermark: Transparency and solutions are the foundation of my success, and I promise both to each and every client. While other lenders focus on feel good services, I focus on the financing. In an industry that hasn’t had a great reputation over the past few years, I take pride in knowing that I’ve gained the trust and respect of my clients. In today’s market the most important thing when obtaining a home loan is the mortgage professional you work with and the resources that they have at their disposal. Whether you have a simple conventional purchase, or a complex Jumbo transaction feel free to call me at anytime and find out why Watermark is right for you.
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First Vice President Private Mortgage Banking Division of Medallion Mortgage Company
Medallion Mortgage Company, LLC is an Equal Housing Lender.This not a commitment to lend. Loan approval is subject to qualification. Medallion Mortgage Company, LLC does not guarantee that each applicant will receive a loan.
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1231 3RD STREET, MANHATTAN BEACH LOCATED IN ONE OF THE MOST DESIRABLE AREAS IN EAST MANHATTAN BEACH - A SHORT STREET, IDEAL FOR CHILDREN AT PLAY 5 Bdrms, 4 Bths, 3,859 Sq Ft, 5,998 Sq Ft Lot, Pool & Spa This Spacious Home Offers Tall Ceilings & Clerestory Windows for Maximum Light. The Formal Living Room is Accented w/ a Fireplace and Walls of Glass/French Doors. Gourmet Kitchen w/ Center Island offers Granite Counter Tops, Dishwasher, Built-In Refrigerator. Stainless Steel Double Oven and is Adjacent to a Breakfast Room that offers Walls Of Glass/French Doors. Oversized Dining Room w/ Tall Ceilings Can Easily Seat 10-12 w/ Room for Expansion. Pool & Spa Highlights the Backyard and is Ideal for Daily Use or Large Gatherings. Some of the Largest Trees in Manhattan Beach Surround & Grace the Backyard of this Beautiful Home, Making this Outdoor Entertaining Area Private & Secluded.
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$1,699,000 - www.1231ThirdStreet.com BEST PRICED MANHATTAN HILL SECTION HOME WITH OVER 4,000 SQUARE FEET 849 10TH STREET, MANHATTAN BEACH 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths, 4,356 Sq Ft, 6,000 Sq Ft Lot Spacious Home with a Nice Open Floorplan. Hardwood Floors Throughout. Living Room, Family Room and Master Suite with Fireplaces. Large Entertaining Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances (Sub Zero, Viking & More.) 2nd Family Room with Endless Options! 3-Car Garage. Nice Easy Walk to Downtown Manhattan Beach. Award Winning Robinson Elementary School District. Spacious Backyard with Outdoor Fireplace and Entertaining Area that Includes a 48” Stainless Steel DCS Grill, Two Burners, Sink and Refrigerator. This Home is Better than New!
Cindy Shearin The Shearin Group 310-546-1501 310-200-8318 cell www.CindyShearin.com DRE #00925580
www.84910thStreet.com Just Reduced $100,000 & Priced to Sell! $2,489,000 DON’T MISS AN OPPORTUNITY TO INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE
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BEST NORTH HB Sand Section Value
1 Bedroom, Office, 1 Bath 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath - 2,475 Sq Ft Lot (30x82.5) This Duplex is Located on a Great Buildable Ocean View Lot Each Unit has its own Separate Garage & Laundry Area
$1,299,000
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2 Bedroom Front Home, 1 Bedroom Back Unit, Detached Garage/Storage Only 480 Steps Away from the Sand | 2,601 Sq. Ft. Lot Vaulted Ceilings | Skylights | French Doors & More!
Just Reduced & Priced to Sell! $1,015,000
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718 The Strand, Hermosa Beach Contemporary Strand property designed by notable architect, Dean Nota. Stunning 3 bedroom, 4 bath home sits on the Hermosa Beach Strand just south of the pier & downtown. Fabulous panoramic views from all 3 levels. Enjoy your own private day at the spa in the zen-like Master Bath’s double showers, steam room and tub with ocean views from your top level Master Suite. Ocean view office with balcony. Gourmet Kitchen with granite counters & stainless appliances. Entertain guests in the Formal Dining room which leads out to the patio, just steps from the sand. Showings by appointment only. Call Gerard for more information 310-990-4727.
Price provided upon request.
Gerard Bisignano Contact me for more information on off-market Strand and Walk Street homes.
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Expansive Luxury Estate, Rolling Hills
3410 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach
18 Hole Golf Course, 395-acre property, 113 Space Full Hook-up RV Park, On Site Restaurant. Access to 10,000+ Acres of Public National Forest Land,Trails for ATVs, Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking and Hiking.
Behind the Gates,12,000 Square Foot Home on 2 Acre Lot, 6 Bedrooms, 8 Baths, Gourmet Kitchen Formal Living & Dining Rooms, Home Theater,Wine Cellar, & Billiards Room, Rear Yard with Pool & Spa, 4 Car Garage
Architectural masterpiece by acclaimed Morphosis design team Thom Mayne & Michael Rotondi 4000+ Square Feet 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths
Price provided upon request
$6,999,000
$5,295,000
819 10th Street, Manhattan Beach
904 Highview Avenue, Manhattan Beach
2108 Thorley Rd., Palos Verdes Estates
Prime Manhattan Hill Section Location, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths Guest/Pool House, Solar Heated, Saltwater Pool with Waterfall, 4600+ Sq Ft of Living
A Manhattan Beach Modern Landmark, Dramatic U-Shaped Floor Plan, 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Custom Steel Truss Beams, Panoramic Ocean Views
Luxurious Cape Code Home, Located in Lower Lunada Bay, 6 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, Formal Living & Dining Rooms, Office, Maid’s Quarters, Posh Master Suite with Ocean Views & Ocean View Deck
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130 19th Street, Manhattan Beach
329 19th Street, Manhattan Beach
128 14th Street, Manhattan Beach
Stunning Walk Street Location Only 5 houses from the Strand! 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home, Ocean View Deck with Spa & gas BBQ, 2,144 Square Feet
Contemporary Dean Nota Walk Street Masterpiece, Fantastic Ocean Views 4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths 3632 Square Feet, 4 Car Garage
Manhattan Beach Income property with development potential on a quiet street. 30X93 lot, 3 lots from the Strand. 3 large 1-bedroom units, Recently Upgraded. Back Unit Has a Small Yard, Upper Unit Has an Ocean View.
$2,695,000
$2,295,000
$2,199,000
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