November 20, 2017December 20, 2023

Big Home Sale in the Golden Hills – 1107 Goodman

1107 Goodman in the Golden Hills of Redondo Beach

One of the recent sales that represented a very big number for North Redondo and the Golden Hills was the sale at 1107 Goodman. Listed for $1,890,000 the home quickly sold at full price after just 5 days on the market. Sitting on an oversized, 5,215 foot, lot (more than double the normal lot in the area) this was brand new construction and something very hard to duplicate in this neighborhood. Listed by Aaron Klapper of Strand Hill Christies International this was definitely a trophy house. Per the listing description:

Welcome to this spectacular, brand new contemporary craftsman home in the heart of Golden Hills. The living room invites you in with soaring ceilings, lots of windows, and the first of three stunning stack-stone fireplaces. The open concept leads to the formal dining area, perfect for warmly entertaining family and friends. There’s an elegant powder room, and guest suite with built-in closet cabinetry and en-suite bathroom. Moving towards the rear of the home, the stylish kitchen has a large center island with quartz counter-tops, prep sink, and drawer microwave. The deep stainless steel farmhouse sink, soft close drawers, Thermador six burner stove and hood, butler’s pantry, walk-in pantry, and breakfast nook lend to this kitchen being as functional as it is chic. The comfortable family room with fireplace has large sliding glass doors that effortlessly lead to the peaceful back yard, creating that indoor/outdoor lifestyle you crave. Head upstairs to find the serene master suite with vaulted ceiling, fireplace, multiple closets, and large sunny balcony. The luxurious master bathroom has a contemporary soaking tub, large rain shower, and skylight. There are three other bedrooms upstairs, two sharing a jack-and-jill bathroom, and the other with en-suite bathroom and balcony. Other fabulous features include high ceilings, recessed LED lighting, European white oak engineered wood floors, quartz counter-tops, 8 foot doors, and of course, sought-after Jefferson school district.

in Golden Hills, Homes, Homes of Note, New Construction, North Redondo Beach Posted by Keith Kyle

So How Do I Find Out About Off Market and Pocket Listings in Redondo Beach?

In the incredibly competitive Redondo Beach real estate market many homes are not even making it to the local MLS. Some of these homes quietly get sold without the general public even knowing that they were for sale. So how do you find out about these homes? First it’s important to understand just what we’re talking about.

What does off market or a pocket listing mean?

It can actually mean a few different things but in general, when we refer to homes sold off market or pocket listings these are homes that are never put on the MLS and therefore unknown to most buyers and many realtors. That means that searching the Redfins and Zillows of the world may mean that you’re not aware of these types of opportunities.

Why would a Redondo Beach home seller want to sell the home off market?

In general it’s not a great idea. Fewer buyers that know about the home usually means less competition and ultimately a lower sales price. That’s certainly not always the case but usually accurate to some extent. Sellers have many reasons for not wanting to put their home on the market. It may be due to privacy reasons such as not wanting the neighbor or even the tenant know that the home is for sale. It may be that they don’t want to deal with some of the hassles that come along with listing a home…..buyer’s and agents that want to show the home at all hours, open houses on the weekends and more people simply curious with few legitimate buyers. Whatever the reason it does limit the exposure and again usually limits the price.

That’s why it can be a good opportunity for buyers….less competition, fewer bidding wars which generally leads to a lower sales price.

How do I find out about these homes in Redondo Beach?

Unlike the MLS listings, off market, upcoming and pocket listings are much more elusive. The key is to work with an agent that has deep connections in the community and market. Some of the top realtors in certain areas may share information on these hard to find opportunities and the larger or more numerous the seller and agent networks, the more information the agent can obtain.

We are happy to help you find off market homes but this requires a good deal of work, considerable communication with sellers and agents and a readiness to act should the right home come available. If you would like us to help find off market opportunities and you are not currently working with a realtor please feel free to text us at 310-251-2344 or email us with the details of your home search.

in Pocket Listings, Redondo Beach Real Estate, Search for Homes, South Redondo Beach Posted by Keith Kyle

If Living Oceanfront Works for You….531 Esplanade with 5 Condos Now for Sale

**This post was originally from 2017**

In the Redondo Beach real estate market, where inventory is extremely low, one oceanfront building is certainly bucking the trend. The Ocean Plaza, at 531 Esplanade in South Redondo Beach currently has 5 condos for sale…all with great ocean views. Although the building sits ocean front, the bulk of the condos are on the side and the views can vary depending on the floor and how far east in the building the home sits. Generally the higher the floor and higher the unit number the better. See a video overview of the ocean front condos of the Esplanade.

in Condominiums, Ocean View Homes, Oceanfront Homes, South Redondo Beach, The Esplanade oceanfront homes Posted by Keith Kyle

The Rare Foreclosure in Redondo Beach – 1832 Rockefeller

The foreclosure market, including bank owned homes, bank auctions and short sales, has slowed to a trickle in Redondo Beach during 2016. It’s rare to see a single “distressed” listing these days whereas the peak of the housing crises saw consistent double digit numbers of homes on the market with an underwater seller. To see all of the foreclosures in the South Bay click here.

Although distressed listings are rare (and usually not much of a “deal”) there has been a recent listing that has come on the market in North Redondo Beach. 1832 Rockefeller Lane #8 is a bank owned (REO) 4 bedroom townhome priced at $715,500. See the details below and contact Redondo Beach realtor Keith Kyle for more information or a private showing.

in Foreclosures, North Redondo Beach, Townhomes Posted by Keith Kyle

No Shortage of Oceanfront Condos For Sale in Ocean Plaza – 531 Esplanade

This article was originally posted in January of 2017. To see the current homes for sale at 531 Esplanade please visit our oceanfront Esplanade homes for sale page.

It would seem that Ocean Plaza, located at 531 Esplanade, is having a selling frenzy with 4 separate condos for sale. Due to zoning, South Redondo Beach offers some of the only high rise style buildings in the South Bay and Ocean Plaza is the tallest. The building features a pool and spa, club house style room, top floor workout room and most condos have big ocean views. Take a video tour of the oceanfront condos of the Esplanade in Redondo Beach. Although the Ocean Plaza building sits ocean front, most units are on the sides of the buildings with balconies angling towards the beach. In general the higher the floor, and further west in the building means bigger views.

in Beach Front Homes, Condominiums, South Redondo Beach, The Esplanade oceanfront homes Posted by Keith Kyle

November 29, 2016May 16, 2025

The Village and Seascape Photo Gallery – Ocean View Living in Redondo Beach

What Makes Redondo So Awesome? - Photo gallery of The Village and Seascape Condos

If a picture is worth a thousand words, who wouldn’t want to live here? When people think of Redondo Beach they think of sun, sand and the beautiful ocean. The homes in South Redondo Beach offer that and then some. Below are pictures of the Seascape buildings as well as The Village and the pier. To see the current homes for sale in the Village and Seascape visit our listing page.