721 Esplanade oceanfront condos

Condo Spotlight – 721 Esplanade – Oceanfront Condos in Redondo Beach

By Keith Kyle

In our continuing discussions of oceanfront condos in Redondo Beach today we’ll spotlight the Oceania building at 721 Esplanade.  As this is one of the furthest south of all the larger condo buildings views are often about as good as they get….especially on units that face NW.  Oceania consist of 28 1 and 2 bedroom condos, all directly facing the ocean.  Some of the units sit on the corner and enjoy even more dramatic views that extend from Palos Verdes to Malibu with the coastline and King Harbor in between.

HOA fees run around $315 a month (as of August 2014) but the amounts vary slightly.  Oceania has a very nice sun deck but the building does not have a pool or spa.   The building does have a small fitness room and laundry is common area with individual units not having W/D hookups.  As of this post, pets are permitted according to the CCRs.

721 Esplanade721 Esplanade sits as high on the bluff as any of the buildings so views are just about as good as it gets (it also has the best ocean front views of any parking lot we’ve seen).

Another very nice aspect to the location of Oceania is that it is a relatively short walk to the charming shopping and dining area of Riviera Village  near the Hollywood Riviera.

Currently there is one beautiful corner unit for sale and while still for sale can be seen here.

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Paseo De La Playa homes for sale

Endless Ocean Views – Paseo De La Playa in the Hollywood Riviera

Oceanfront homes on Paseo de La Playa

Get to know the homes of this incredible street in the Hollywood Riviera

By Keith Kyle

The Hollywood Riviera is one of my favorite areas of the South Bay. It offers great views, a small town community feel, ever present ocean breezes, and homes that generally fit on the lots (no McMansions) which make for a feel that you don’t often get in the overcrowded South Bay.  It’s hard to go wrong with any location in this coastal community but there’s one street that beats them all. Paseo De La Playa offers oceanfront living for the lucky few and enjoys the best of all imaginable views.  The homes sit up on a bluff, and enjoy views of Palos Verdes, panoramic ocean views, and coastline views from Redondo Beach all the way to Malibu.  What that makes for is ever changing, always impressive views.  During the day it’s all about the ocean and coastline, but in the evening when colors change, it becomes a fantastic city lights view along the coast.

Paseo De La Playa homes for sale

The lots are huge and usually in the 20,000+ range although may are on leased land often with an option to buyout the lease every few years.  Depending on how high on the hill you are (lower elevation homes on towards the left above) there is sometimes direct beach access from the homes which dramatically increases the appeal as “RAT” beach (Right after Torrance) is just below and almost serves as a private beach as access is limited to a fairly long walk from the parking lot.

Homes on this street rarely become available and many are still in fairly original condition with original owners from the 1960s (honestly why would anyone want to move) and range anywhere from the low $3,000,000s- to well into the $6.0M’s for anything remodeled, especially with beach access.

Adding beach access, if not already there, is a huge struggle as it’s tightly regulated by the California Coastal Commission.  The only minor inconvenience to living on Paseo De La Playa is that it’s a moderately busy street and a frequent route for both cars and bicyclists going between Redondo and Palos Verdes.  There is one condo complex at the top of the street called Cote D’Azure with 87 units perched high on the bluff surrounding extensive grounds and pools.  The units are 2 bedrooms generally ranging between 1300-1550 square feet.  Many units do not sit oceanfront and have limited views, while the rare few offer similar views to the SFRs just down the street.

Overall the homes on Paseo De La Playa offer some of the best features imaginable for those looking into the epitome of California coastal luxury living.  

If you’re searching beyond just the oceanfront homes of Paseo De La Playa, visit our Hollywood Riviera real estate and homes for sale site for helpful information, recent Riviera news, current listings and more.

Paseo De La Playa Homes

Riviera Village – The Heart of South Redondo and the Hollywood Riviera

Welcome to Riviera village in the hollywood riviera

If you’re looking for a classic beach downtown area and Hermosa and Manhattan are just too crowded, take a trip to the charming Riviera Village in South Redondo Beach.

The Riviera Village features great locally owned shops and restaurants, a very pedestrian friendly feel and sits just a few blocks from the beach.  It has a distinct retro feel of beach towns of old.

Riviera Village offers a charming collection of over 300 eclectic shops, restaurants and services.

Stroll the tree-lined streets or people-watch at one of the sidewalk cafes. Relax in an open environment where Redondo Beach sea breezes keep your shopping and dining cool.

 

Riviera Village
charming shopping and dining area of Riviera Village

Farmers Market, Fridays 3 to 7 pm

The Riviera Village Farmers Market is a great spot to pick up everything you need for a great picnic at the beach, Saturday night dinner with friends, or relaxing Sunday brunch.  Friday farmer’s market has loads of fresh produce, fruit, and a wide selection of prepared foods, including olive oils, jams and jellies, and snacks.   Grab some local food and head to the beach for a sunset picnic.

Third Thursdays

Enjoy shopping after dinner as selected stores stay open late on the third Thursday of every month. Live music and a drawing for Village gift baskets add to the fun.

Restaurants and dining

ASAKA SUSHI
1870 S. ELENA AVE. , REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-373-5999

BOTTEGA ROMANA
215 AVENUE I , REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-540-8777

BOTTLE INN RIVIERA
1700 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-543-6800

CASA PLAYA

1903 1/2 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-791-2272

CHEZ MELANGE SEA CHANGE & BOUZY GASTRO PUB

1611 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-540-1222

COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF
1820 S. CATALINA AVE #101-#102 , REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-316-6554

COFFEE CARTEL
1617 S. PACIFIC COAST HWY #103 , REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-316-2416

CREME DE LA CREPE
1708 1/2 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-540-8811

FLYIN’ FIN SUSHI & SEAFOOD
1727 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-373-3718

FRIENDS OF THE VINE
221 AVENUE DEL NORTE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-792-5940

GABI JAMES
1810 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-540-4884

GOOD STUFF
1617 S. PACIFIC COAST HWY , REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-316-0262

GREEN TEMPLE
1700 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-944-4525

HENNESSEY’S TAVERN
1712 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-540-8443

HOOK & PLOW
1729 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH CA 90277
PHONE: 424-247-8272

HT GRILL
1701 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-791-4849

KING HARBOR BREWING COMPANY
1719 SOUTH CATALINA AVENUE 90277
PHONE: 424-452-6063

KALAVERAS MEXICAN CUISINE
228 AVE I, REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA 90277
PHONE: 424-304-2111

LITTLE SISTER
247 AVENIDA DEL NORTE , REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 424-398-0237

Redondo Brewing Company

LL HAWAIIAN BBQ
1821 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-375-0333

LOCALE 90 PIZZA
1718 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-540-9190

PEDONE’S PIZZA
1819 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-373-6397

PHO SHOW
1617 S. PACIFIC COAST HWY , REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-792-7800

POKE RAINBOW
1811A S CATALINA AVENUE, REDONDO BEACH CA 90277
PHONE: 424-247-7114

REBEL REPUBLIC SOCIAL HOUSE
1710 S. CATALINA AVE. , REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 424-352-2600

REDONDO BEACH BREWERY
1814 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-316-8477

RIVIERA HOUSE
1708 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-540-8484

RIVIERA MEXICAN BAR & GRILL
1615 S. PACIFIC COAST HWY , REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-540-2501

RIVIERA VILLAGE PIZZA
1725 S. CATALINA AVE. , REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-373-4545

ROCK & BREWS
6300 S PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: (310) 378-4970

ROCKEFELLER (THE)
1707 S CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH CA 90277
PHONE: 424-350-7862

SACKS ON THE BEACH
1611 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-540-3770

STARBUCKS
1749 S. ELENA AVE. , REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-540-9080

TURQUOISE
1735 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-373-3234

YELLOW VASE
1805 S. CATALINA AVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: 310-373-0013

 

1800 PCH Redondo Beach

1800 PCH Redondo Beach – Small Town Community Charm

Unique Community at 1800 S PCH in Redondo Beach

By Keith Kyle1800 PCH Redondo Beach

One of the more unique communities in Redondo Beach and the South Bay is located at 1800 S Pacific Coast Highway.  It is a relatively new complex with more updated finishes and layouts but what makes it unique is the setting above and what’s below.  The community sits above retail and restaurant areas with a huge subterranean parking garage below.  The parking is split between guest use and resident use (with the resident parking behind a gate).

The main level consists of individual detached homes (technically townhomes) arranged among colorful gardens, brick walkways, gazebos and more.  Designed to offer the  true community feel of the beach communities of the 40’s and 50’s, each home has a unique look but all share a similar Cape Code styling to give the community a sense of uniformity, while offering a level of individuality not found in most planned unit developments.

The complex has 98 homes ranging from 3 bed/3 bath with 1,497 square feet to 41800 PCH Redondo Beach bed/3 bath homes with 1,836 square feet and many options in between.     Other than the slightly odd parking situation, which feels more like a condo than townhomes, this is one of my favorite complexes in the South Bay.  Residents seem to love the neighborhood feel and location not to far from the ocean and walkable to Riviera Village.   As part of Redondo Beach, the residences also attend Redondo Unified School District and offers fantastic and highly ranked schools K-12.

Recent prices have ranged from the high $1,200,000s to around $1,450,000

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So What’s the Easiest Way to Search for Homes?

What's the easiest way to search for homes in Redondo?

By Keith Kyle

We’re contacted by buyers all of the time looking for homes in the South Bay and Redondo Beach.  Often times they have been searching on their own, scanning daily through the Zillows and Redfins of the world.  Much of the time when they come to me they’ve just given up on searching for themselves….too much information, too much work….well that’s what Realtors get paid to do and contacting an experienced local agent can make a home buyers life far more simple.

Local Realtors not only can set up a fully customized home search for you, but for the most part it’s a fairly automated system so even if you’re just looking or curious, any good realtor should be happy to help.  Even the timing of these update emails can be customized so you’re notified monthly, weekly, daily, or if you’re timing is immediate, realtors can even notify you the minute a new home hits the market.  There is simply no easier way to search for homes and there should never be any obligation on the buyers part.

If we can help in any way, provide us some information about your ideal home and your timing and we’ll take care of the rest and create a custom search for you.

 

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