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What’s the Difference Between North and South Redondo Beach?

By Keith Kyle

When most buyers come to me they know that they’re interested in Redondo Beach, but don’t know much about the various parts and the differences in the neighborhoods.  While there are a number of different neighborhoods and real estate “areas” the big distinction is between North Redondo and South Redondo.

So what’s the difference?

The physical dividing line between the two is 190th Street and Anita, but in reality the differences are much more than just the separation of the street.  The “feel” of North Redondo and South Redondo are the most significant difference.  North Redondo sits east of Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach with no beach to call it’s own, while South Redondo has the prototypical “beach” feel and incorporates the areas of King Harbor, Redondo Beach, the Redondo pier and the beachfront street of the Esplanade.

North-South-Redondo-Beach-MapBoth north Redondo and South Redondo have a variety of housing options ranging from condos to mansions and everything in between, but when people often think of “Redondo Beach” they think of oceanfront and oceanview homes and those are only found in South Redondo.

The tradeoff is home prices and values.  In general, homes in South Redondo are more expensive and more valuable than similar homes in North Redondo, and it’s really all about the proximity to the beach, and the “beach” feel. While condos are a bit rarer in North Redondo, home prices generally start in the mid $500,000 for a smaller condo or townhome up to well over $1,500,000 for a larger home on a larger lot.  Home values can start in the mid $300,000 for a condo in Brookside Village and can reach to over $10,000,000 (which is very rare) for one of the few oceanfront estate style homes on the Esplanade.

Video Tour of the Oceanfront Condos of the Esplanade Redondo Beach

By Keith Kyle

We hope that this video may give you a better sense of some of the oceanfront buildings and complexes along the Esplanade in Redondo Beach.  Due to the cities zoning, the most affordable way of living oceanfront is along the Esplanade in buildings such as the Surfrider, Ocean Plaza, San Simeon, Sand Castle and more….visit our oceanfront condos in Redondo Beach to see the current listings along the water and homes for sale.

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Homes we love – 605 Esplanade – Oceanfront Charmer

By Keith Kyle

As realtors are people to we have our biases and preferences like everyone else.  I’m partial to beach bungalows that capture that original charm of our wonderful coastal community.  Many of these homes have been torn down with mini mansions replacing them and that’s the unfortunate reality of land value being so unbelievable.

**This home has sold** Visit our Esplanade and Redondo Beach oceanfront homes site to see current oceanfront homes for sale.

One of my favorite stretches of homes is a block of the Esplanade, Redondo Beach’s oceanfront address.  The majority of the homes along this street are larger condo complexes or townhomes but a few, original single family homes still exist.  605 Esplanade is one of them and evokes thoughts of idyllic Cape Cod living.  Sitting on the bluff, this home offers stunning oceanfront views with crashing waves and dazzling sunsets.  Unlike homes on The Strand in Manhattan and Hermosa Beach, what this home offers is space and an actual yard.  It certainly could use some cosmetic updates but we hope that someone will embrace the coastal charm and make this their oceanfront dream house.  Contact us for a private showing.

Recent Home Sales in South Redondo Beach CA

By Keith Kyle

January saw 20 home sales in South Redondo Beach which is relatively typical of this time of year.  Due to the holidays many homes are either pulled from the market or don’t sell in December, keeping the sales number down.   The lowest priced home sold, a 2 bedroom condo in Brookside Village, sold for $417,000 with the highest sale of the montha 1929 built, but restored and updated, single family home on Avenue A.  To see home sales in other areas of Redondo Beach, other cities, or other months, visit our South Bay home sales information page.  The inventory has gone up slightly and you can view the current homes for sale in South Redondo Beach on our updated MLS and current listings page.

MLS# Type Address Price Br/Ba YrBuilt Sqft DaysOn Mrkt
SB14132888 TWNHS/A 211 S Helberta AV #7 $650,000 2/2,0,0,0 1986/ASR 1352/A 151/266
SB14241062 SFR/D 216 N PROSPECT $850,000 3/1,0,0,0 1947/ASR 1145/A
SB14208363 SFR/D 106 S Helberta AV $870,000 1/1,0,0,0 1925/ASR 555/A 94/94
SB14247818 SFR/D 714 Vincent Park $1,015,000 4/3,0,0,0 1920/ASR 1630/A
SR14252360 TWNHS/A 237 S Irena AV #C $1,227,500 4/3,0,0,0 2009/ASR 2540/A 14/14
SB14138775 TWNHS/D 203 S Prospect #A $1,286,219 3/3,0,1,0 2014/BLD 2700/A 197/197
SB14141369 CONDO/A 826 Camino Real #202 $417,500 2/2,0,0,0 1970/ASR 949/A 158/158
SB14255990 CONDO/A 830 Camino Real #204 $531,000 3/2,0,0,0 1970/ASR 1290/A 24/24
SB14143912 TWNHS/A 410 Avenue G #38 $655,000 3/2,0,1,0 1987/SLR 1449/A 116/116
PV14259901 TWNHS/D 1800 S Pacific Coast HY #85 $689,000 3/1,1,1,0 2001/ASR 1500/E 19/19
SB14245206 TWNHS/D 926 S Pacific Coast HY #B $874,900 3/3,0,1,0 2007/ASR 2186/A 53/93
SB15004687 SFR/D 408 S Francisca AV $1,050,000 3/1,0,0,0 1912/EST 1636/A
SB14257432 SFR/D 632 S Gertruda AV $1,250,000 4/2,0,0,0 1948/ASR 1764/A 28/28
PV14216456 SFR/D 559 Avenue A $1,415,000 4/3,0,0,0 1929/ASR 2628/A 93/93
SB14215576 CONDO/A 640 The Village #215 $449,000 1/1,0,0,0 1974/ASR 619/A 99/99
SB14195713 CONDO/A 1400 S Catalina #308 $585,000 2/1,1,0,0 1971/ASR 1080/A 122/122
SB15008687 CONDO/A 210 The Village #304 $682,500 2/2,0,0,0 1978/ASR 1136/A 0/193
SB14233951 CONDO/A 110 The Village #204 $715,000 2/2,0,0,0 1980/ASR 1434/A 15/15
SB14215374 TWNHS/A 206 Ruby ST $765,000 2/2,0,0,0 1977/ASR 1450/A 97/97
SB14252332 SFR/D 204 Knob Hill AV $1,399,000 5/2,0,0,0 1922/ASR 2278/A 14/14
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Where Have all the Ocean Front and Ocean View Condos Gone?

Although the housing inventory has been low in Redondo Beach for almost 2 years now, the market for and ocean view Village condos is almost non-existent. Popular condo complexes such as The Village, the Seascape buildings, and various oceanfront buildings on the Esplanade are nowhere near the normal inventory levels. According to realtor Keith Kyle, “It’s really been months since there’s been anything new. There are currently a few places that have been on the market for some time now, but the few new listings, if priced anywhere near where they should be, disappear quickly.”

“These homes offer the iconic South Bay beach lifestyle and are are highly sought after, often by professionals that travel extensively, local retired or semi-retired people looking for that vacation beach feel, or those priced out of nearby townhomes and single family homes.”

The inventory has continued to drop to nearly a trickle with only 2 condos on the market as of this writing.  Both are in the Seascape buildings behind King Harbor and the Redondo Pier area.  The homes often offer the real feel of living on vacation as many have great views and some offer terrific amenities.

 

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Price Reductions Making this Oceanfront Esplanade Home for Sale Intriguing

The home located at 709 Esplanade hasn’t been one of the easiest homes to sell, despite the fact that it sits oceanfront with unbelievable views from Palos Verdes to Malibu.  It’s a home with some challenges and will require a buyer with some vision, and some money to do a fairly sizable remodel.  It’s been listed by a number of realtors and has come down from the hyper inflated $10,000,000 that it started at in 2012.  It’s a fairly palacial home by any South Bay standards with the sellers claim that it’s over 9000 feet.  Unfortunately it’s a classic example of an owner with very specific tastes that doesn’t appeal to the masses.  The owner clearly liked the color pink (or salmon we’re not sure) and tile.  Just about every surface in the home is a pinkish tile and some of the features are a challenge for most luxury home buyers…..pink frog fountains, pinkish kitchen, etc.  In general our opinion is that the home will need a total overhaul, but at it’s current price it is starting to be a very enticing option for the homeowner that wants it all.  Contact us or call/text 310-251-2344 for more information.

 

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