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

       Photo Credit: Linda Cotter

       Photo Credit: Linda Cotter

       Photo Credit: Linda Cotter

       Photo Credit: Linda Cotter

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Haute Residence: How has the luxury real estate market performed so far in 2020 for Southern California’s South Bay marketplace?  

Cindy Shearin: While inventory has remained low, properties are selling relatively quickly, by demand. Our beach cities remain top of the list of most desired places to live in the USA, especially Manhattan Beach, which was recently named the No. 1 city in which to live by 24/7 Wall Street. While Covid-19 has caused a slow down in how we do things, especially for showing properties, we have still serviced our clients virtually and safely as best we can. Here in the South Bay, when families' or individual’s property needs change, they tend to simply move to a different section of the city vs. moving away and completely relocating. Also, we are seeing an influx of international and bi-coastal buyers. Often, West Coast kids will opt to go to college on the East Coast for a new experience and typically return. Likewise, East Coast students will embark on the West Coast for college and then make SoCal their new home. There are also diverse types of ownership in the South Bay; single-family homes, townhomes; two-on-a-lot homes and even a condotel that offers partial ownership on The Strand in Hermosa Beach.  For 2020, we have made sales in all of these categories.  

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HR: What are buyers looking for in their homes in your market in 2020?

CS: The individual beach cities have multiple sections: The Sand Section, The Hill Section, The Tree Section, The Manhattan Village (the only gated community in Manhattan Beach), Hermosa Sand Section, Hermosa Hills, Hermosa Valley, Riviera Village and so-on, all relatable to the different cities in the South Bay. Therefore, what buyers are looking for varies greatly per section. For example, for the newer homes in the Sand Section, buyers all want elevators as most properties are three and sometimes four levels. With the aging baby-boomer population, elevators are more important and convenient as well. Due to our near-perfect weather every day, most buyers are desirous of an outdoor kitchen as we have the luxury of outdoor dining almost all year long. Whether it’s an outdoor kitchen or living/dining area, everyone wants to bring the indoors out and vice-versa, especially in these times when we are home so much. This is an aspect of architecture that our Design & Development department at The Shearin Group always strives to implement for our client's construction needs.

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HR: You are also known as an accomplished Interior Designer, are you working on a particular property you’d like to highlight for 2020?

CS: Yes, I am currently working on several homes that are under construction and at various stages of completion. If one is interested in new construction in the South Bay, it is best to contact me directly for additional information. Our design and development team specializes in luxury custom homes, from modern organic designs to coastal plantation styles, which are both current and fit the needs of the South Bay lifestyle. We focus on indoor/outdoor living spaces, and bonus rooms like second master suites and beach rooms when appropriate. Upscale amenities and unique architectural elements, accented with dramatic custom-designed lighting and fixtures are just a little of what we do at The Shearin Group. Every home we build has its own character and distinctive style that is geared toward the desirable Southern California lifestyle.

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HR: Are there any new restaurants or other spots in your market you’ve been loving lately?

CS: Several new restaurants are opening all over the South Bay, and Manhattan Beach has some of the best. We love SLAY Steak + Fish House, which took the space of the beloved Darren's in downtown Manhattan Beach. It’s a lovely upscale surf-and-turf eatery with dramatic interiors, a mix of French Brasserie meets Newport Nautical. David, the owner, is warm and welcoming and spends time greeting his guests in the dining room.

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HR: It’s time for summer. As the state opens back up gradually, what are some of the fun activities one can enjoy in your market?

CS: Year-round, there are always fun and unique events going on throughout the South Bay. Though many activities are uncertain as of this writing, we believe many will get back on schedule soon, like the Kite Flying Contest in Redondo Beach, a variety of outdoor markets, concerts at the beach, concerts in the park, 5K/10K runs, hundreds of opportunities for charity benefits, and of course great beach camps and surf camps for the kids to enjoy. But our mainstays like surfing and swimming in the gorgeous Pacific, and biking or walking along The Strand or in the sand are still enjoyed by locals every day.

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