Cindy Shearin presents

This OCEAN VIEW UNIT is located in a desirable South Redondo Beach location. The mid-sized complex (THE SURFRIDER) is an OCEANFRONT BUILDING along "The Esplanade". It is convenient for easy and quick walking access to the WATERS EDGE/PIER/RESTAURANTS/SHOPS/GYM/MARINA plus much more.

The UPDATED building has a UNIQUE HISTORICAL DESIGNATION with the LOS ANGELES CONSERVANCY. When it was designated, inspiration came from the surfing culture of California with floor-to-ceiling windows and open floor plans and won the GOLD MEDALLION HOME AWARD when completed in 1970.

The building features DIRECT BEACH ACCESS for all homeowners. There is also a community SPA that allows for oceanfront usage. The view deck is a must and can be enjoyed 24-7. The building is a self-contained security building with secure entrances and cameras.

THE UNIT offers OCEAN VIEW/WHITE WATER VIEWS from part of the living room and the deck. The unit has just been freshly painted. There are hardwood floors that run throughout the unit, with tile in the kitchen and bath. There is a nice-sized walk-in closet, an additional hall closet, and ample storage area in the built-in cabinetry.

UNIQUE designation: The SURFRIDER Design by visionary South Bay Bill Burchfield, AIA. When constructed (1970), The Surfrider was the first residential high rise on the Redondo Beach Esplanade. Built during the late Mid-Century Modern period, the curvilinear balcony design provided every unit with a beach view. Orange Metlox Pottery (previously headquartered in downtown Manhattan Beach) provided the tiles which add the mid-century modern design to the two building's facades.

The complex houses 64 UNITS split between TWO FIVE-STORY buildings with parking below. This property is the best value on The Esplanade and is in move-in-ready condition!

Address: 565 Esplanade #101, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

Price: $879,000

For more information, please contact Cindy Shearin at 310-200-8318 or cindy@theshearingroup.com

Cindy Shearin is the exclusive agent representing the Manhattan Beach/Redondo Beach, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here

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Cindy Shearin presents

Gracing one of the best streets in East Manhattan Beach, where locals move to enjoy larger lots, homes, and yards proudly stands an ideal family compound. Not being a thru-street makes this address a safer spot for kids to play and ride bikes, and with the prime hill-top location, one gets city light views as one of the many perks this estate has to offer.

The expansive residence is 4400 sq ft with five bedrooms and five baths.  All the bedrooms in the home are spacious, some with built-in cabinets and remodeled baths.  Meanwhile, soaring ceilings and large open rooms make the common areas feel bright and open.  There is plenty of room to spread out with a large family room and separate living room, formal dining, casual breakfast room plus an eat-in kitchen.

The professionally landscaped gardens surrounding the home are lush and full, offering immense privacy in the backyard, perfect for hosting pool parties in the large pool with a soothing waterfall.  The side-by-side three-car garage will be a welcomed bonus for the family with many drivers, a rarity in Manhattan Beach.

Address: 1613 5th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Price: $3,349,000

For more information, please contact Cindy Shearin at 310-200-8318 or cindy@theshearingroup.com

Cindy Shearin is the exclusive agent representing the Manhattan Beach/Redondo Beach, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here

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Haute Residence: To gain perspective on the second quarter of 2021, how did Q2 in 2020 real estate perform in the Manhattan Beach market?

Cindy Shearin: The last half of the year continued to be strong and gained more strength. With people becoming more comfortable being out and about, acquiring the vaccine for so many, along with folks having more clarity on work-life, school-life, and seeing a way forward are all reasons we see so much movement in the market. Also, interest rates are still meager, which buyers naturally find motivating.

HR: Is it still a seller's market? If yes, for how much longer?

CS: Yes, it is still a seller's market, and we don't see it changing anytime soon. This, coupled with low-interest rates, is what is driving up prices in our area. In a seller's market, it is even more important to have a great realtor representing you. In a competitive market, as we have, one needs a realtor that knows how to correctly position, prepare, demand, and price your home to sell.  Properly handling multiple offers is crucial to obtain the best outcome.

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HR: The migration from the big metropolitan city that is Los Angeles to smaller communities took many people out of the city. Are they adapting to the beach life, or is the beach area planning a more "cosmopolitan" lifestyle?

CS: Manhattan Beach is already an upscale beach city that draws a chic crowd. The city has drawn great chefs to the restaurants, and great boutiques for shopping. The movement in the last dozen years from people moving in from the westside adds to the casual-chic environment's growth. Likewise, we've gained national attention as one of the most desirable places to live in the country. We are LA's greatest city by the sea!

For more information, please contact Cindy Shearin at 310-200-8318 or cindy@theshearingroup.com

Cindy Shearin is the exclusive agent representing the Manhattan Beach/Redondo Beach, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here

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Cindy is well-known for her unmatched network and ability to pair buyers and sellers quickly and thoughtfully. Give Cindy a call today for any of your real estate needs.

For more information, please contact Cindy Shearin at 310-200-8318 or cindy@theshearingroup.com

Cindy Shearin is the exclusive agent representing the Manhattan Beach/Redondo Beach, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here

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Haute Residence: Has Manhattan Beach real estate seen its usual activity to the start of a year so far in 2021 or different?

Cindy Shearin: The market here has remained very healthy and continues to maintain low inventory.  This time of year, we typically see many buyers looking for primary residences as well as 2nd or 3rd homes before the start of summer.   Our projections show that we will continue to have a lot of activity due to the low inventory, the number of buyers that are serious to purchase and the low interest rates which have definitely spurred the luxury real estate market.  The market time for most homes is under 30 days.  We continue to see multiple offers on the entry-level product.  Buyers for this product are entry-level buyers as well as investors from around the world.

HR: For those that live in the city and own a second home in Manhattan Beach, do you see people still renting these or inhabiting them lately?

CS: We see both scenarios. The South Bay area continues to be a highly desired escape from the larger city.  There are more and more purchasers working from home.  These buyers are purchasing secondary properties and escaping to a more relaxed seaside location.   There are some owners and purchasers who desire to mix up the staycation ownership and leasing the home during special times of the year.

HR: What makes Manhattan Beach stand out from other beachfront communities?

CS:  Manhattan Beach is well known as one of the best cities in the US to live in.  Not only is our town known for its gorgeous beaches and quaint downtown shopping village, but we have a vast number of excellent restaurants with famous chefs and a fun bar & nightlife scene.  For families, our top-rated schools, a plethora of parks, and sports programs make Manhattan Beach a perfect fit for growing families.  

For business professionals and young adults, the proximity to LAX, downtown LA, Beverly Hills and the westside make the location ideal for commuting and enjoy the city-life LA has to offer.

For more information, please contact Cindy Shearin at 310-200-8318 or cindy@theshearingroup.com

Cindy Shearin is the exclusive agent representing the Manhattan Beach/Redondo Beach, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here

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Haute Residence: As Haute’s exclusive agent representing the South Bay, tell us more about the territory you represent besides Manhattan Beach?

Cindy Shearin: Our fantastic community, also known as the Beach Cities, is comprised of several small cities- El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, and The Palos Verdes Peninsula. The Palos Verdes Peninsula shall consist of four municipalities- Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, and Rancho Palos Verdes. Each township is unique to the next with its beaches, hills, horse ranches, cliffsides, nightlife, eateries, and shopping. In brief, the South Bay has something for everyone.

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Currently, The Shearin Group represents an ideal family-sized compound that checks all the boxes in Palos Verdes Estates.  The home is located in the gorgeous Lunada Bay area which has some of the most impressive typographies in Southern California offering soaring views of the cliffside and the Pacific Ocean. The estate at 2129 Thorley has everything the PVE buyer is shopping for-a completely enclosed backyard, grassy lawn, massive swimming pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, and even a spacious guest house with ¾ bath. The home itself is 4 bedrooms, 6 baths in more than 3700 square feet of living space plus an abundance of storage. With balconies off of each room in the back of the house and four outdoor patios, this home allows you to live life at it’s best with multiple indoor-outdoor spaces.

Our firm also has a great reach outside of the South Bay. Thanks to our robust marketing techniques, a property we represent in Marina del Rey recently sold the first weekend the home came to market. Our client was thrilled.

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HR: How did the third quarter of 2020 real estate perform in the South Bay as a whole?

CS: We have a very healthy market with low inventory and many buyers are looking for opportunities to purchase. It is still not uncommon to see multiple offers on homes that come onto the market, especially at the entry-level product price point.

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HR: Do you expect more or less activity in the 4th quarter for this year than previous years?

CS: Our projections show that we will continue to have a lot of activity throughout the last quarter due to the low inventory and the number of buyers still looking for the right opportunity to buy.  During the holidays, we usually don’t see as much new inventory come on the market; however, we still have awaiting buyers.  Therefore, this makes it a great time to sell one’s property instead of waiting until after the first of the new year.

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Do you find a lot of people moving to Manhattan Beach this time of year?

Yes, summer is an ideal time to move to Manhattan Beach.  Our weather is always optimal, and the gorgeous beaches are the perfect escape for relaxing and enjoying some much-needed fun in the sun while in the midst of unpacking. Likewise, our downtown area is full of great restaurants with famous chefs, boutique shopping, coffee shops, surf shops, and paddleboard stores.  There is a perpetual laid-back spirit in the air here which makes acclimating easy.

For families, our schools are some of the best in California.  Most are Blue and Green Ribbon schools with excellent API scores.  Therefore, naturally, we have many clients moving at this time to be ready for the school year.

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Are there any new areas in your market where you have seen a lot of growth? 

The Manhattan Village area of Manhattan Beach is seeing tremendous growth. Being the only gated community in Manhattan Beach isn’t the only thing that makes this area unique. In the Village, there are many cul-de-sac streets with no thru-traffic which is desirable for families with small children at play.  Also, the community backs up to the Manhattan Village Mall, an outdoor plaza that is currently under major renovation and contains national chain stores and boutique shopping, plus multiple dining options both upscale and casual. Additionally, Manhattan Village has direct access to the Manhattan Beach Country Club. The sprawling tennis club offers multiple courts and competitive level coaching, a state-of-the-art gym, an Olympic size adult pool as well as a kids pool, several restaurants, poolside dining including a cocktail bar, plus event space available for members to rent.

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What amenities are buyers requesting more this time of year in their new homes?

As noted previously, our weather is perfect almost all year which welcomes blending the indoor/outdoor spaces.  Whether it is an indoor dining room or living area that opens onto an outdoor space, clients want disappearing glass doors to open completely to bring the indoors outside.

For residents in the sand section, we have a lot of requests for beach rooms on the ground floor which open onto a yard or outdoor space and typically include a wet bar and a big-screen television.  This community is very social so beach rooms are great for hosting parties, especially in the summer.

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Throughout Manhattan Beach, most newer or remodeled homes will feature full outdoor kitchens along with the dining and living areas.  Families with kids are requesting mudrooms and homework/homeschool spaces.  Likewise, the adults are working more out of their homes, therefore, a dedicated home office is an item high on the priority list. With the advent of Covid-19, these requests are all paramount.

Thanks to my 30 years in the marketplace, and my design and development skills, I know just how to assist my clients with their desires.  Whether they opt for upgrades and changes, building a new home or moving into a home that better addresses their current needs…I am equipped to tackle any of these directions.

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How are you spending the end of the summer?  

As much as I’d love to say vacationing in the South of France, I am actually delighted with all of my custom design & development projects, six of them at the moment, and closing four escrows as of this interview.  I love what I do, so secretly, it’s just as satisfying as any vacation I could desire.

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Some of the most coveted and most expensive properties in Southern California lay along The Strand in the South Bay. This famous four-mile pedestrian pathway is draped between gorgeous beachside estates and pristine sandy beaches from North Manhattan Beach to the border of Torrance Beach. Ocean views are locked-in along The Strand, as well as iconic vistas of the famous Manhattan Beach Pier, and the Hermosa Beach Pier that was featured in the Hollywood blockbuster film LaLa Land.

Manhattan Beach Realtor Cindy Shearin of the Shearin Group intimately knows what life on The Strand is all about. Previously living on The Strand herself, as well as both building and selling multiple homes here over a 30-year career, Shearin has a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to share with her clients. Closing just this week on a single-family estate on The Strand, Shearin has up-to-the-minute knowledge for this distinguished location and all it has to offer.

A completely unique option for ownership on The Strand in which Shearin is the exclusive agent is the only Condo-tel in the South Bay called Beach House. “The Beach House is an excellent opportunity for clients who want to own on The Strand to enjoy all that the strand-lifestyle has to offer along with the comforts of an upscale hotel, yet not have to carry the responsibility of seaside home maintenance,” explains Shearin. Coupled with that is the perk of being able to own on The Strand for under a million dollars.  

The Beach House location is adjacent to Hermosa Beach’s pedestrian-only promenade. This charming spot is trimmed with sky-high palm trees amid a variety of restaurants, cafes, sports bars, and boutique shopping.

Beach House Ownership Perks: 

• Offered for $935,000
• Turnkey for the owners
• Cleaning, Maintenance & Management is run by the management company  
• Rare Southern California beachfront opportunity at this price point
• Exercise on The Strand, enjoy the beach or a game of volleyball right outside your front door 
• Easy to enjoy South Bay’s most enjoyable family-friendly beach festivals year-round
• Steps from the sand, yet in the heart of a charming coastal town
• Located in Hermosa Beach town center which offers a great atmosphere with numerous restaurants, shops, and entertainment along the pedestrian-only promenade
• Oceanfront living and desirable conveniences while enjoying a front-row seat to watch the sunset over Hermosa
• The units are well-appointed in a desirable and timeless coastal-beach style and include a dedicated sleeping space with a king-sized bed, desk area, a generously sized living room with a queen pull out sofa, efficiency kitchen, fireplace, full bath with a separate oversized soaking tub and shower. 
• Most units offer ocean views and many are oceanfront
• All units offer a large walk-out balcony with seating for daily enjoyment
• Complimentary continental breakfast, high-speed internet access, spa area, Frette linens, high-end down comforters, cozy robes, Aveda amenities, and much more 
• The perfect lock-n-leave seaside home away from home, located on The Strand  

An Excellent Return:

• The Beach House is an income-producing property when not in use by the owners.  
• The demand is high which equates to high occupancy and rental income return. 
• Additional information available upon request.

Experience this beloved beachside escape that locals have coveted for years!

Address: Beach House, 1300 The Strand, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Price: $935,000

For more information, please contact Cindy Shearin at 310-200-8318 or cindy@theshearingroup.com

Cindy Shearin is the exclusive agent representing the Manhattan Beach/Redondo Beach, California real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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