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The Lawrence Harris Residence in Hermosa Beach

a Landmark of Modern Beach Living with Uncompromising Sophistication

and Panoramic Ocean Views

offered by gerard Bisignano, peninsula Sotheby’s international &crosby Doe, crosby Doe associates

Robert Freedman310-291-7779

#1 at RE/MAX Manhattan Beach for over 25 years running

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Impeccably Remodeled Townhome617 Crest Manhattan BeachThis showpiece Townhome has undergone a total transformation of style to a contemporary beach house, utilizing the open floor plan to create an entertainer’s ocean view paradise.

• Nearly 2,300 square feet of living space, and 2-car garage

• 3 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, including a large master suite with steam shower, spa tub, and custom walk-in closet

Specially Priced at $1,999,122

Six Year New Spanish Villa923 Eighth Street Manhattan BeachLocated on a 50 wide, 7,200 Square Foot lot on an excellent street in the heart of the Hill Section, this very special Family Home offers spectacular City and Mountain views, and a big back yard.

• Dramatic entrance with soaring 26 foot ceilings

• Traditional floor plan with the great room at the rear of the home overlooking the spacious patio and grassy yard

• Cherry Hardwood floors & stairs, and lustrous stained cabinets

• 5 Bedrooms and 4.5 baths with nearly 4,400 sqft of spacious living

Offered at $3,099,122

Incredible Home-on-the-Hill Has It All!230 Anderson, Manhattan BeachPerched upon one of the highest points of the prestigious Manhattan Beach Hill Section, this amazing home was built to the highest of standards with the finest finishes.

•4bedrooms,3½bathsincludingsoundinsulated master suite

•Librarywithcustomcraftedbookshelves

•Fullartiststudio,gym,andwinecellar

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The Ultimate Contemporary on the Sand

3001 THE STRAND, HERMOSA BEACH

• 6,200 sq ft featuring 5 Bedroom, 5.5 Bath & Gym - Built in 2007

• Doors on west wall open completely allowing living space to flow out onto large deck

• Oversized lot (37x108) allowing for spacious open floor plan with high ceilings

• Stunning Calcutta marble slab flooring throughout

• Highly efficient Kitchen with Bulthaup Cabinetry, Miele Appliances,

2 Dishwashers, tons of storage & built-in cappucino maker

• Huge Ocean Front Master Suite with herringbone limestone floors, brazilian

granite fireplace, office alcove, large walk in closet, black-out blinds and in

suite washer & dryer

• Stunning Master Bath with Jacuzzi tub, dry sauna & steam shower

• Large Home Theater complete with padded ultra-suede walls & plush seating

• Gym with Closet & Full bath – Can be used as 6th Bedroom

• Fully integrated whole house Audio, Video & Lighting Systems

• Radiant Floor Heating, Forced Air & Air Conditioning

• 5 stop Elevator

• Large Roof top Deck with fireplace and 360 degree views

Offered At $10,999,000

3001TheStrand.com

CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION

Matt Morris310.546.4300

Mattmorrisdevelopment.com

Stunning Ocean View Cape Cod Townhome

2412 ALMA AVENUE, MANHATTAN BEACH

• Amazing Panoramic Ocean Views from Malibu to Catalina

• Fully Detached – 2380 sq ft

• Built by Matt Morris Development in 2005

• 3 Bedroom, 3 1/2 Bath

• Bright, Open Spacious Floor Plan with high ceilings on all levels

• 3 Stop Elevator

• Wide Plank Hickory Pecan Wood Flooring throughout

• Designer Perfect Kitchen with custom cabinetry, honed granite countertops,

glass mosaic backsplash and professional grade appliances

• Elegant Master Suite with walk-in closet, private balcony and Stunning Master

Bath with custom tile and mosaics

• Custom Built-ins in 3rd Bedroom perfect for Office or Dramatic Guest Room

• Hi-End Designer Plumbing & Electrical Fixtures

• Outdoor Shower

• Private Landscaped Rear Yard

• 2 Car Garage, Driveway & Guest Space – parking for 5!

• One of the Finest Townhomes in all of Manhattan Beach!!

Offered At $2,299,000

2412Alma.com

Bryn Stroyke

Stroyke ProPertieS 920 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Ste 4

office: 310-545-9595 cell: 310-880-3436

[email protected]

there is more to life at 2909 the Strand. Much, more, with three above ground floors (instead of the typical two) and each of them almost 50 feet of expansive frontage (instead of the typical 24 feet) --- plus a full sized roof deck, you will enjoy 300% more frontage than the typical Hermosa Strand home. that means more room to live, breath, entertain and grow. Not to mention more spectacular views of the Strand, the beach, the blue waters just mere steps from your door. Sure your neighbors might have frontage-envy, but you can invite them over to enjoy the sunset from the largest roof top deck on the Strand..yours! At approximately 10,000 sf. in total square footage, and a can’t-be-replicated 35 foot in height, 2909 the Strand features, 7 bedrooms, 7 baths, 3.5 baths (including a separate housekeeper’s quarters) this property is unrivaled on the Strand. this opportunity simply redefines the Strand experience and must be seen to be believed. For more details go to:

2909 THE STRANDHERMOSA BEACH

YOU’VE BEEN LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT ONE-OF-A-KIND COLLECTABLE…NOW YOU’VE FOUND IT.

There’s no other property like it on The Strand, and there never will be.

www.2909TheStand.com Offered at $18,899,000

Where Work, is anything but…

Free yourself from the confines of the cubicle. Cut the commute. and discover

an entirely new way to work. Where inspired architecture meets intelligent

design. Where spectacular views are not just reserved for the corner office.

WelCome to 1300 highland avenue.

an extraordinary mix of 34 contemporary work lofts and retail units,

each one as unique as you. ideally located in the heart of a vibrant

beach community, 1300 highland avenue puts the best of coastal living

right outside your office door. merging the concepts of productivity and

lifestyle, efficiency and fun, work and play.

Bryn Stroyke

Stroyke ProPertieS 920 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Ste 4

office: 310-545-9595 cell: 310-880-3436

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Units For sale starting at $599,000

Custom built in 2008, this Louie Tomaro designed home takes its inspiration from the Hills of Tuscany and imbues it with the sensibilities of coastal living to create a sophistication that is “timeless, not old and modern, not cold.” With staggering panoramic ocean and Pier views, this home features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths in a seamlessly laid out 4,500s.f., which also includes a spacious beach room, refrigerated wine cellar, an office with custom built-ins, a three stop elevator, a computerized lighting system, a three car garage and a charming courtyard entry. Extraordinary quality of craftsmanship and finish in every detail including pillowed French lime stone floors, custom alder cabinetry, 8’ knotty alder doors, rifts cut wide plank oak flooring, radiant heating and a/c, with top of the line audio, visual and security systems. The living spaces are highlighted by huge multi paneled sliding glass doors, which open up the entire front of the house to the breathtaking views. Exceptional Strand location close enough for a short walk to downtown and all its shops and restaurants, but far enough from the Pier to avoid the congested beaches.

1712 The Strandmanhattan BEACH

The Perfect Blend of Location and Lifestyle…

Priced to Sell at $11,000,000

BRYN STROYKE

STROYKE PROPERTIES 920 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Ste 4

office: 310-545-9595 cell: 310-880-3436

[email protected]

2916 PALM AVE • MANHATTAN BEACH

Located on a great street in the heart of the Tree Section and custom built by Matt Morris Development, this stunning home features the finest quality design finishes and attention to detail that one will find in the Tree Section. This home is the perfect family home, with four bedrooms on the second

floor plus a den/5th bedroom on the first level and 4 baths skillfully woven into 3,250 square feet of light bright living space. The Great Room has an impressive fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and a 10-foot tall wall of windows that drenches the home in natural light. The Gourmet kitchen has gorgeous Calcutta Marble counters, custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, custom designer lighting and custom tile throughout. The kitchen

and family room open to an East facing professionally landscaped back yard with stone patio and outdoor fireplace perfect for entertaining. Solid core eight-foot doors throughout the lower level, Hickory Pecan wide plank floors, an extensive use of full height wide plank bead board paneling, custom

crown molding throughout, and four fireplaces are some of the designer details and features. Now is your opportunity to lock up this exceptional home.

A COMPELLING VALUE OFFERED FOR $2,199,000

Exceptional Tree Section Masterpiece.

ROBB D. STROYKE

STROYKE PROPERTIES 920 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Ste 4

office: 310-545-9595 ext. 123 cell: 310-938-6008

[email protected]

SEAN GOODSELLRealtor, International President’s Elite #1 Coldwell Banker Sales Associate in Manhattan Beach

Cell: 310-213-6626 www.seangoodsellrealty.comCA License # 01258158

3517 Manhattan Avenue Manhattan Beach

Perched on the west side of Manhattan Avenue four homes from the strand, this property boasts ocean views you must see in person to believe. The main

house consists of 3 bedrooms, plus a den and 4 bathrooms. It offers over 2,500 square feet of remodeled warm contemporary open living space drawn by

Mark Trotter, interior designed by Ana Pekarovic and remodeled under the supervision of Curtis Holliman. The main house exudes luxury with all top of the line

appliances, cabinetry, audio visual equipment, and fixtures. Other amenities include two balconies, side dog run, oversized two car garage, individual laundry

room, master suite with two walk-in closets, incredible storage, air conditioning and amazing stone, tile and wood work throughout. Situated on a full 30x90 lot

this property is 4,080 square feet of total living area and also includes a charming duplex consisting of an ocean view two bedroom one bath apartment and a

1 bedroom 1 bath apartment bringing in a combined $4,000 in monthly income. Once you visit this amazing property you will never want to leave.

Offered At: $2,898,000

Massive Ocean View Triplex Four Doors From The Beach


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16 PUbLISHER’S MUSE Local Treasures

17 Home of tHe Week The Vanderlip Cottage. Offered by Maureen Megowan / Re/Max Palos Verdes EXECS

23 LiFE AFTER WALL STREET: Paul Hennessey builds a South Bay institution

37 ON tHE COVER The Lawrence Harris Residence in Hermosa Beach a Landmark of Modern Beach Living with Uncompromising Sophistication and Panoramic Ocean Views. Offered by Gerard Bisignano, Peninsula Sotheby’s International &Crosby Doe, Crosby Doe Associates. Photos courtesy of Paul Jonason

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108 ROCKY POINT ROAD NEW PREMIERE LISTING IN LUNADA BAY!!

5 bedroom, 4 bathroom Cape Cod in Lunada Bay! 3320 sq ft on a 13820 sq ft lot. Backyard with sparkling pool & spa. Magnificent,

spectacular street, great neighborhood!

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108 ROCKY POINT ROAD, NEW PREMIERE LISTING IN LUNADA BAY!! 2854 VIA VICTORIA, PALOS VERDES ESTATES

Open and bright home that sits on a 1/2 acre plus fl at lot w/ocean views. Upgrades include bamboo fl oors, new furnace and air-conditioning added, & newly remodeled master bedroom and bath-room. Large 3 car garage. Th e huge fl at backyard has a pool, spa, fi re pit and . Large balcony in the back to enjoy the views and yard!

$1,849,000

3009 ANTONIO STREET, TORRANCE

Great home in desirable area of Torrance. 3 beds, 2 baths with 1,410 sq. ft. Nice backyard. 5,300 sq. ft. lot. Newer roof fully insulated. Fireplace in living room. Upgraded plumb-ing, windows, and sliding doors. Large bright kitchen cabinets. Th is is a must see home in a fantastic neighborhood!

$599,000

5 bedroom, 4 bathroom Cape Cod in Lunada Bay! 3320 sq ft on a 13820 sq ft lot. Backyard with sparkling pool & spa. Magnifi cent, spectacular street, great neighborhood!

$2,595,000

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2216 N. ARDMORE AVE, MANHATTAN BEACH

Great Location near Downtown Manhattan Beach, parks and schools! Charming Mediterranean home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Th e lot is 4400 sq ft. and the home sits up on the property above the Street for privacy and tree top views. Th ere is a living room with a fi replace, a nice size kitchen, a wonderful patio and deck for entertaining.

$1,299,000

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2854 VIA VICTORIA, PALOS VERDES ESTATES

Open and bright home that sits on a 1/2 acre plus fl at lot w/ocean views. Upgrades include bamboo floors, new furnace and air-conditioning

added, & newly remodeled master bedroom and bathroom. Large 3 car garage. The huge flat backyard has a pool, spa,

fire pit and large balcony in the back to enjoy the views and yard!

$1,849,000 - PENDING

3009 ANTONIO STREET, TORRANCE

Great home in desirable area of Torrance. 3 beds, 2 baths with 1,410 sq. ft. Nice backyard. 5,300 sq. ft. lot. Fireplace in living room. Upgraded plumbing, windows, and sliding doors. Large bright kitchen cabinets.

$599,000 - SOLD

Gary ElminoufiEmail: [email protected] • www.GaryElmo.com • Direct: 310-292-0332 • Office: 310-543-3536 x300

All information is from various sources deemed reliable but not guaranteed all parties to verify DRE: 01139207

201 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach

Unbelievable opportunity to own and operate an established flower shop,

turnkey business with great upside potential on a busy, signalized, corner of

pacific coast highway (approx. 65,000 cars per day). Seller states complete

remodel and new equipment in 2005, including; new (2008) large walk-in temp.

controlled cooler room, new cabinets with granite counter tops, ADA compliant

bathroom, and Teleflora and FTD point of sale. Landlord may negotiate new

long/short term lease. Current rent is $1,500.

$49,000

701 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach

4assigned parking space in rear plus plenty of street parking.

Great visibility on P.C.H. Perfect for office/showroom/yoga/gym etc.

Close to Pier, Beach, Riviera Village

All information from reliable sources but not guaranteed. Buyer and Buyer’s Agent to verify. RE# 01863340

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nowhere in a long career inbusiness have i ever foundanything to compare with theatmosphereofanewspapershopin action,” frank a Vanderlipwroteinhis1935autobiographyfromfarmboytofinancier.yes,that’sthesamefrankVanderlipthatpurchasedthe16,000-acrepalos Verdes peninsula sightunseenfromrancherJothamBixbyforareportedsumbetween$1.5to$2millionin1913.it’sremarkabletothinkthatbeforeservingaspresidentoftheearlycitibank,SecretaryofthetreasuryinpresidentmcKinley’scabinet,andultimately knownasoneof thearchitectsof thefederalreserve—Vanderipstartedoutasareporterforthechicagotribune.

Despitethefactthatmr.VanderliphadneverseenthepalosVerdespeninsulabeforehispurchase,herecognizeditsstrategiclocationandpotentialfordevelopment.hehadagrandvisiontodevelopthe“palosVerdesproject”intothe“mostfashionableandexclusiveresidentialcolony”inthenation.

theearliestrenderingofhisvisionisthisissue’shomeoftheWeekstartingonthenextpage—it’stheoriginal“oldranchcottage”thatmr.Vanderliphadbuiltin1916thatisnowforsale.lastweekihadthechancetotourthepropertyandwasawestruckbyit’ssimplebeautyyetelegantsophistication.Standinginthelivingroomwheremr.Vanderliponceentertainedhishigh-society guests was an experience i will not soon forget. the expansivegroundsareamazingaswell,withpeacockswalkingaboutandthestunningoceanviewsthroughout. Drivingdownthelongprivateroadleavingtheproperty,iwasremindedofhowluckyiamtoliveintheSouthBay,withitsrichhistoryandpioneeringtraditions.

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Farly in 1913, George Bixby decided to sell approx. 16,000 acres of the Rancho de los Palos Verdes (retaining about 1,000 acres which later became Harbor City), which his father, Jotham Bixby, had acquired in 1882 by a

legal partition of the original land grant area of Rancho de los Palos Verdes. Mr. Carl Schader negotiated a 90 day period to complete the purchase. With about 20 days left to raise the funds, after exhausting all financing possibilities on the west coast, Mr. Schader then left for New York to raise the money and while there was able

to get Mr. Frank A. Vanderlip, then President of the City National Bank of New York, interested in the property. Although Mr. Vanderlip had never seen the property, after only a 10 minute meeting with Mr. Schaeder, he was intrigued and recognized its potential for development.

By November 1913, Mr. Vanderlip organized a consortium of New York investors and completed the purchase of the property for a price of $1.5 to just over $2.0 million (historical accounts vary as to the exact price). Vanderlip was a self-made man, an Assistant Secretary of the Treasury under President McKinley, and president of the National City Bank of New York.

From the beginning, Vanderlip, now known

home OF THE WEEK

FRANK VANDERLIP (CENTER REAR) MEETING IN 1928

WITH JAPANESE DIGNITARIES AT THE COTTAGE, HIS

FIRST ESTATE ON THE PALOS VERDES PENINSULA.

NOBUSUKE KISHI, WHO WAS TO BECOME JAPAN’S

PRIME MINISTER IN THE 1950’S, STANDS SECOND

FROM THE RIGHT IN THE BACK.

EBY MAUREEN MEGOWAN / RE/MAX PALOS VERDES EXECS / PALOSVERDESLIVING.COM

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theV anderlip

MODEL OF ORIGINAL FRANK VANDERLIP PROPOSED ARTISAN VILLAGE AT POINT VICENTE, THE CURRENT

SITE OF THE POINT VICENTE LIGHTHOUSE AND THE TERRANEA RESORT.

FRANK VANDERLIP ON THE BACK PORCH OF

“THE COTTAGE”

“I FOUND MYSELF REMINDED VIVIDLY OF THE SORRENTINE PENINSULA AND THE AMALFI DRIVE: Yet the most exciting part of my vision was that this gorgeous scene was not a piece of Italy at all but was here in America, an unspoiled sheet of paper to be written on with loving care.”

home OF THE WEEK

99 VANDERLIP DR., PALOS VERDES ESTATES

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own both a beautiful home as well

as a piece of history. Frank Vanderlip, the original developer of Palos

Verdes, constructed this home as his first estate on the Peninsula in

1916 in the Portuguese Bend area, which he called the “Old Ranch

Cottage”, now known as the “Cottage”. This was one of the first

homes on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. The Cottage, located at 99

Vanderlip Drive, is ideally situated at the top of the Portuguese

Bend community behind private gates, and adjacent to the famous

Vanderlip Mansion. The home has incredible ocean and Catalina

views, and the site was hand-picked by Mr. Vanderlip as the ideal

location on the Peninsula for views and the consistency of its

delightful climate. The Cottage has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, and is

approx. 3,866 sq. ft. There is also an adjacent guest house. Both the

dining room and living room exude a Victorian style of the 1920’s.

The 3 upstairs bedrooms are very large, especially the Master

Bedroom, with spectacular ocean views. The private entrance drive

is up a beautiful tree lined promenade ending at the entrance to

the Vanderlip Mansion and The Cottage. The sense of history and

exclusivity of the home, combined with it’s beautiful architecture,

pool area, and views, makes The Cottage one of the most unique

homes on the Palos Verdes Peninsula.

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Maureen Megowan310.541.6416PalosVerdesLiving.comRE/MAX Palos Verdes Realty / Execs

DRE: 01368971

as “The Founding Father of the Peninsula” had great plans for the development of the property. As early as 1914, Vanderlip hired architects, including the landscape architectural firm of Olmsted Brothers, to draw up a master plan for the development. Original plans included the construction of a magnificent golf club on the bluffs overlooking Portuguese Bend, to be known as “Los Palos Verdes Country Club”.

Vanderlip writes glowingly in his biography about a visit in 1916 to the Palos Verdes Peninsula and the property he bought sight unseen three years earlier. He describes his vision for the development, likening the geographical location to Italy where he took vacations:

“I found myself reminded vividly of the Sorrentine Peninsula and the Amalfi Drive: Yet the most exciting part of my vision was that this gorgeous scene was not a piece of Italy at all but was here in America, an unspoiled sheet of paper to be written on with loving care.”

Vanderlip planned to develop the area above the current Point Vicente lighthouse as an Italian hillside village, to be occupied by craftsmen who would live, work, and sell their wares. In 1916, Congress approved funding to build the lighthouse at Point Vicente. Since this was land that Vanderlip had master-planned as an artisan community modeled after the Italian village Neri, he fought the government for 5 years, however the Federal government finally acquired the 8 acre site and constructed the lighthouse which went into service in 1926. Marble was imported

from Italy for the first building in 1928, but due to the start of the Great Depression, the project was never completed.

Immediately after purchasing the Palos Verdes Peninsula in 1916, Vanderlip engaged a study to compile weather information about the entire Palos Verdes Peninsula. From the data from that study, Vanderlip determined that the most consistent mild, sunny and fog free weather was in the Portuguese Bend area of the Peninsula. Vanderlip chose this area for the Vanderlip’s summer home, which was constructed in 1916 as the first residence on the Palos Verdes Peninsula other than a couple of ranch houses that no longer exist. The home was copied from their vacation house in Scrub Oak, New York. Vanderlip’s summer home in Rancho Palos Verdes located at 99 Vanderlip Dr., although over 3,800 sq. ft. with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, was initially called the “Old Ranch Cottage”, and is now known as “The Cottage”.

For the most part during the 1920’s, Frank Vanderlip lived in New York at his Scarborough-on-Hudson estate “Beechwood”. Frank Vanderlip’s wife, Narcissa Cox Vanderlip, was one of the founders of the League of Women Voters, and was a leading suffragist in New York. She was also a good friend of Eleanor Roosevelt, and was instrumental in her involvement in politics. She and Frank had 6 children (Narcissa, Charlotte, Frank Jr., Virginia, Kelvin, and John).

Other buildings were added to the Vanderlip’s Portuguese Bend estate in the 1920’s including

a small guest house and garage called “La Casetta” and a larger guesthouse known as the “Villetta”, now known as “Villa Narcissa” (named after Frank Vanderlip’s wife), or by most people simply as “The Vanderlip Mansion”. A third structure, a barn and stables called the “Farmstead” later became the Portuguese Bend Riding Club. Behind the Villetta, a beautiful stairway of 268 steps, lined by cypress trees, soared to a spectacular lookout point where a

white marble temple was built. You can see the original gatehouse to the property at the gated entrance of Narcissa Drive just off of Palos Verdes Drive South.

Frank Vanderlip loved birds, and for many years maintained an aviary just below The Cottage, including a pond for the birds. Mr. Vanderlip introduced the peacocks to the Palos Verdes Peninsula.

Villa Narcissa is still owned by the children of Elin Vanderlip, the widow of Frank Vanderlip Sr.’s second son, Kelvin, who lived at the estate from the time of their marriage in 1946 until her death at the age of 90 in July 2009.

The Cottage is still owned by the children of Suzanne Vanderlip, the wife of John Vanderlip, the youngest son of Frank Vanderlip, Sr. It is now available for purchase, Call Maureen Megowan at 310.541.6416 or go to PalosVerdesLiving.com.

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Sunny days make Paul Hennessey a happy man. As president and CEO of Hennessey’s Tavern, Inc., his 18 restaurants lure surfers, families and young professionals alike when the warm California sun heats up beach towns from San Diego to Manhattan Beach, with a nod to the sizzling Nevada sun blazing down upon his Las Vegas location. South Bay Digs braved a brooding marine layer to meet with Hennessey at his Riviera Village corporate office, where he raved about the wonders of the iPad and the wisdom of buying wine futures.

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How did you make the switch from Wall street to taverns?I was supposed to go from Wall Street back to Wall Street, but I got into the restaurant business in San francisco and fell in love with it. It has everything: You’re a teacher, a mechanic, a designer. You’re dealing with advertising and finances. I never imagined I’d get into the business. I first opened in Hermosa and now it’s my biggest place. When I started, I didn’t even have a kitchen. I was making deli sandwiches myself. then we moved to basic hamburgers, then breakfast, then gourmet dinners and now wine dinners.

What was it about Hermosa beach that made you put your first restaurant there? there’s a big ocean out there. I come from back east and it has always been my desire to follow the sun to California. Hermosa Beach was kind of rough back in 1976. I knew when I first saw

the ocean and the big pier that sooner or later it would be developed and upgraded. Now it’s a great place to be.

What do you think about the downtown Hermosa beach revitalization?It’s incredible. It turned out twice as good as I thought. I was leery at first. People forget that back in 1976, the locals would never go downtown. Now it’s very kid- and family-friendly. there’s always something going on. It’s a lot of fun to be there.

it really has changed the whole scene. your restaurants are in all three beach cities. How is the south bay community important to you? All our restaurants aim to be neighborhood meeting places and become part of the communities where we’re located. We do everything from school fundraisers to sporting events. We sponsor junior lifeguard races

where we get about 250 kids participating every year. We also sponsor South Bay teams, soccer leagues and basketball. We do a lot for the American Cancer Society. A girl who used to work for me had a son with leukemia. He wanted to be a chef, so we created the “Cooking Up Dreams” fundraiser around him. Being a part of the community helps you give back to the community.

you gave back in a fabulous way by preserving a piece of Hermosa beach history with the lighthouse café. Tell us about that.I had heard that the Lighthouse was going out of business and that they were going to close the place. It has so much history and I love jazz, so I negotiated with the owners and bought it. I was able to revive it. We don’t just have jazz performances, we also have reggae and other genres. We added a Sunday brunch, but we want to keep it a music venue. tourists come through


and take pictures because they’re familiar with the jazz history.

Indeed, with legends like Chet Baker and miles Davis having played there in the early days.there are a lot of ghosts in those brick walls!

speaking of brick walls, let’s talk about aesthetics. your restaurants take me back to the pubs in ireland.or back east, or in San francisco. this country was founded in pubs. the Declaration of Independence was written in a pub. the restaurants have had same look for 35 years because we want people to feel comfortable here. I remember when we closed our Redondo Beach location for three days to refurbish it. [When we reopened], a regular customer sat down and said, “You were closed. What happened?” I told him we’d remodeled and put in a brand new bar. He looked at me and said, “oh, this is new?” So we accomplished what we wanted. We remodeled, but it still felt familiar to our patrons. At the same time, you don’t want to be cookie-cutter. We just opened a place in La Jolla, and it has a great small-town feel. You still know you’re in a Hennessey’s, but it’s different from our manhattan, Hermosa and Redondo locations. It’s like the menu at Hennessey’s is the same, except each location manager is responsible for adding five or six daily specials.

What’s your favorite menu item? We just introduced corned beef burgers. they’re made with ground corned beef. We have different types of toppings and I think they’re outrageously good! that’s what’s great about this business – you get into menu developing, advertising, computers. We have an architect who designs our locations. there’s so much variety.

you’ve attributed your success to avoiding what your website refers to as ‘flash-in-the-pan’ techniques.When we go into a town, I’m in for the long-term. We want to be a neighborhood meeting place where people get used to going for their birthdays. We don’t want to pigeonhole ourselves, so we’re not a sports bar, we’re not a nightclub, we’re not an entertainment venue; we’re something different to each customer.

if you had the chance to redo any business decision you’ve made, would you?I’ve made so many wrong decisions. there have been locations that didn’t work, but I wouldn’t

do things over. that’s how we learn. It’s a lot of trial and error, and we’ve had more success than we’ve had flops. I opened a place in Mammoth and the location didn’t work out, but it was a great learning experience. You have to make mistakes in order not to make them again. the best thing that happened to me in the first six months after opening was the feeling that we weren’t going to make it. I learned that you have to do promotions to make it work. You can’t just open the doors and expect the public to come. everyone knows where mcDonald’s is, but the company still advertises.

if you could describe your life philosophy in three words, what would they be? eat drink and be merry?

That works. What advice would you give to someone who wants to get into the restaurant business today? It’s fun to say ‘I’m a great cook at home’ and decide to open a restaurant, but cooking at home is a lot different than cooking for the masses. You have to know how to design a menu, you have to decide what equipment to put in the kitchen, what ingredients you’ll need, and can you get the food out without having people wait 45 minutes for it. You have to meet payroll and abide by city codes and health codes. You have to learn the industry from ground up. I’d say this applies to any industry.

What’s on the horizon for Hennessey’s?We’ll be remodeling the Lighthouse and one or two other restaurants. Right now we’re looking forward to summer because our business gets better during summer.

How did you survive last summer’s miserable weather? It was horrible! Do you know what’s worse than having a restaurant at the beach when it’s rainy, windy and foggy? Having 18 of them. We maybe had four or five days that got over 65. We teach the managers to look at the weather because it impacts the food order and staff scheduling. If it’s rainy, we close the upper deck [in Hermosa] and we have to cancel some shifts.

Workshop or wine room? Wine room. I love wine. my favorite is opus. Did you know you can actually buy futures in wine?

absolutely. a friend of mine did that with a san luis obispo winery.A lot of people make a lot of money that way.

And wine is good for you.

Home gym or home theater? Home gym.

blackberry or iphone? iPad. This thing is amazing. doesn’t it make you wish you’d bought apple stock?I went to the Mac store to buy the iPhone when it came out, and there was a huge line of people waiting to buy this thing. So I called my stockbroker and said I wanted to buy stock. At the time it was at about $100. I got busy and I never got around to it, and it climbed to $250. [Steve Jobs] may go down as absolutely more brilliant than edison in terms of creativity. He changed the world.

cat or dog? Dog, but I have a cat. I’ve got a wife and three daughters, so I don’t have much of a say. [Points at window] Look what’s happening! the sun’s coming out! It’s going to be a great day.

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ED’S COASTAL REPORT

Current Beach Cities listings

sold took an average of 86

days on market. Ed’s Beach

Cities listings sold in an

average of only 27 days.

Ed’s listings are selling

2 months faster in 2011.

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2 saved mortgage

payments?

Current Beach Cities average

Sold price versus List

price was 7% below original

list price. Ed’s Beach Cities

listings Sold price versus List

price was 2% below

original list price.

Ed’s Beach Cities listings

received 5% more

on average – that’s

$50,000 additional

value per

$1,000,000 sold!

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Median List Price $1,659,000

Asking Price per Square Foot $666

Average Days on Market 110

% of Properties with Price Decrease 34 %

% Relisted (reset DOM) 6 %

Total Homes for Sale 153

Market Action Index 17.1

Trending this week in Manhattan Beach, 90266…

Homes Condos Low $ High$

The Strand 7 1 $3,250,000 $30,000,000

Sand Section 38 17 $699,000 $6,500,000

Tree Section 31 0 $685,000 $2,775,000

Hill Section 13 0 $609,000 $4,995,000

East Manhattan 33 2 $395,000 $5,999,000

Manhattan Village 1 6 $714,000 $1,545,000

Total 123 30 $395,000 $30,000,000

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The Value of a View

A million dollar view: years ago, that’s exactly what it meant.

Today, a million dollars may only buy a sliver of a view. Nowadays, an

ocean view that comes from being 20 feet away from the sand may

actually cost an extra $8,000,000 right here in Manhattan Beach.

How badly you want/need that view will determine your bottom

line. For example, if you are looking for a new, richly appointed,

gorgeous Tuscan home, you can expect to pay over $10 million for

about a 4,500 sq.ft., ocean front home. However, if you purchase a

similarly appointed home, just a little bit East in Manhattan Beach,

you can find one “value priced” at about $2 million.

Valuing a view is like putting a value on a diamond. No two

are exactly the same. Diamonds are graded by what jewelers

call the 4 C’s: their Cut, their Clarity, their Color, and their Carat

weight. Views are valued by what I call S.T.O.P.: Size, Type,

Orientation, and Permanency.

In terms of views, when it comes to size, I am referring to just

how “panoramic” that view actually is. You can have an ocean view

that spans the width of your deck or you may actually have a 360

degree view which includes city, ocean, coastal and hillside vistas.

Locally, a combination view that includes a view of the ocean

and also of city lights is typically most valuable. Most understand

that as beautiful as an ocean vista can be, they do disappear at

night and city views come to life at night. If you are like most hard

working Americans, one of the sure ways to afford a view is to

work long and hard. In some cases, you find yourself coming home

after the sun has set and that sparkling ocean view has gone dark

by the time you get home. City views offer weekday, evening

enjoyment of gently twinkling, open spaces, leaving the weekends

to appreciate the glorious daytime ocean views.

Type of view is a major factor. Views vary in type; from views

of the ocean or of the city, to simple pastoral views of trees, hills, or

even distant mountains. (Also worth mentioning is the other end

of the scale, where unsightly views may detract from the value of

the home.) Things like being in the sightline of a manufacturing

zone, a commercial zone, or views of an unkempt neighboring

home that has been neglected for years can vary dramatically and

will overall affect the bottom line value of a property.

When it comes to orientation, everyone has their own

personal preference depending on the type of view they seek.

However, homes in the Beach Cities that orient South and

command an Ocean view are by far the most sought after and

valuable views to enjoy. Because the sun sets towards the South

in this area, homes with a southern orientation tend to be warmer

and brighter. This is the same reason that owners who desire a

pool prefer their yards located on the southern part of their

property: so they can enjoy more direct sun while using their pool.

If your home happens to be in Palos Verdes Estates, having

a home orienting towards the North is the Crown Jewel of them

all. The ideal view is what is called the “Queen’s Necklace”. This

view showcases an expanse of South Bay coastal lights as well as

the ocean and bay. From a distance, it is obvious where it gets its

namesake. The edge of the bay comes to life at dusk, glittering

with twinkling lights seen from Malibu through Redondo Beach,

and is reminiscent of a richly jeweled necklace. When determining

the value of a home based on ideal orientation, it is important to

understand the community and what is in high demand, locally

The big question: “How long will my view last?” puts the

“P” in S.T.O.P. Nothing is more frustrating than when you buy a

home that presents terrific views and you later discover that your

neighbor has decided to start building . . . there goes your view.

In many areas, nothing can be done about it outside of quickly

having a friendly conversation with your neighbor in hopes of

adjusting the architectural plans to help preserve what you can

of your view.

There are communities, however, with strict rules in place

to help homeowners preserve what they paid for. For instance,

the Hillside Overlay district in the Hollywood Riviera, an area in

South Torrance, maintains that if you decide to add-on, remodel or

construct something new, you better check with your neighbors first.

Matter-of-fact, the City will require you to model a silhouette of your

plans so your neighbor knows exactly what you intend to do and

what your intentions might end up resulting in for your neighbor. If

they don’t like the effect, guess what . . .? You’re not building.

When you see a Real Estate ad that claims

“Unobstructable” views, that one little word can have so much

meaning. Views that are permanent can have tremendous

value. You can rely on the fact that it will exist forever and that

fact alone will increase the value of your view ten-fold. In some

cases you will witness where, at the beach, some views can

actually improve with a neighbor’s construction plan. Today you

can find homes that had been built before current height limits

and set back limits were put into place. If these older homes are

torn down, new ones must comply with the current codes and

limitations, thus improving some neighboring views!

So how do you sum up all of the components of my S.T.O.P.

analysis to determine the value of your view? (This is, by far, one

of the most challenging value tasks in South Bay Real Estate

today.) The closest “science” to it involves reviewing those cases

where you can find an exact match of a recently purchased home

that enjoys a view and compare it to the same home that has

little or no view. In The Beach Cities, you can easily find a builder

that has duplicated a home that has been completed with

the same floor-plan and finishes, but it is an entirely different

location. Simply subtracting the value of the two sales achieves

proper determination of the value of that view.

Let’s apply the S.T.O.P. analysis to a real time scenario: as of

this printing, there are two relatively similar homes for sale that were

built by the same builder. One is for sale just over $2 million without

a view, while the other is asking just over $3 million and enjoys

beautiful city vistas. They are relatively $1 million dollars apart in

value, tempting you to state that the one home indeed can claim

a “Million Dollar view”. However, the home with the view happens

to be West of Sepulveda and the one without is situated East of

Sepulveda. Location now comes into the mix, affecting the value as

well. In this case “simple” just went out the door. Is the view worth

more or is the fact that the home is in the “Hill Section” the deciding

factor in value? To summarize this case, it is likely that the real value

of the view itself is equal to several hundred thousand dollars plus

an increase in value for the location being West of Sepulveda; of an

additional several hundred thousand dollars, all resulting in a total $1

million increase in value over the other property.

The bottom line is that more people prefer to have a view, and

supply and demand always dictate value. As long as homeowners

seek refuge in their homes and desire to increase enjoyment of

the same, views will increase the value of most any property. So,

whether you own a peek of an ocean view, you enjoy dazzling city

lights at night, or you are one of the rare few sitting directly in front

of the blue Pacific, enjoy your view, because it is what you paid for

and someday. Should you choose to sell your home, someone else

is bound to be seeking that very view you see everyday, and will

be more than willing to pay you what it is worth.

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2517 Vista Drive, Manhattan Beachl 3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths l Rebuilt Louie Tomaro Design Single Family Home l 2,135 sf open floor plan with 2 Decks and a Patio l Tri-level exterior spiral staircase l 2 Fireplaces, 2 Jacuzzi tubs, 2 Car attached garage l Spectacular top level Sun

Drenched family room leads to a Large, West facing Wraparound Deck with Panoramic

Ocean and Mountain Views l 3 Blocks to the Ocean l Steps to Grandview School

www.2517vista.com $1,599,000

WHAT A VIEW!WHAT A LOCATION!

WHAT A PRICE!What are you waiting for?

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Serving sellers & buyers in the South Bay for 25 years…

615 N Lucia Ave.Unit BRedondo Beach4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bath 2,480 Sq.ft. Ocean Views

Upgraded “better than new” detached 3-story rear townhouse includes ocean views and many custom features including plantations shutters, 10 ft. ceilings, crown & base molding, security system, intercom, granite & marble counters, hand-scraped wood floors, CAT-5 wiring throughout, oversized garage and small backyard – perfect for pets. Large Master Bedroom with sitting area, walk-in-closet, spa tub, shower & double vanities. Short walk to stores, top rated schools, Pier & Beach.


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Kevin B Pratt310.738.2348

[email protected] • www.KevinBPratt.com

21st Year at Shorewood

Selling the Beach Lifestyle

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PALOS VERDES LISTINGS

for sale 11 VIA DEL CIELO, RPV 6 bd / 6.5 ba 8,337 sqft $ 7,900,000 for sale 1 PACKSADDLE RD EAST, RH 5 bd / 6 ba 8,610 sqft $ 7,490,000 for sale 5 SAGEBRUSH, RH 5 bd / 7.5 ba 11,996 sqft $ 6,999,000for sale 57 VIA DEL CIELO, RPV 5 bd / 8.5 ba 7,969 sqft $ 5,499,000 for sale 33 VIA DEL CIELO, RPV 5 bd / 5.5 ba 6,450 sqft $ 4,999,000 for sale 2508 NOVATO PLACE, PVE 6 bd / 6 ba 6,900 sqft $ 4,999,000for sale 937 VIA RINCON, PVE 5 bd / 6 ba 5,700 sqft $ 4,799,000 for sale 53 PASEO DE LA LUZ, RPV 5 bd / 6 ba 6,994 sqft $ 3,999,900for sale 1505 VIA FERNANDEZ, PVE 6 bd / 6.5 ba 6,528 sqft $ 3,599,900for sale 924 VIA MIRADA, PVE 7 bd / 5.5 ba 7,351 sqft $ 3,599,000for sale 0 CHESTNUT, RH 4 bd / 4.5 ba 4,320 sqft $ 3,299,000 for sale 3323 CROWNVIEW, RPV 7 bd / 7.5 ba 7,587 sqft $ 2,699,000 for sale 2104 VIA ACALONES, PVE 5 bd / 4.5 ba 5,002 sqft $ 2,549,000 for sale 58 DAPPLEGRAY LANE, RHE 4 bed/ 5 ba 4,362 sqft $ 2,399,888for sale 30259 PALOS VERDES DRIVE EAST, RPV 5 bed / 5 ba 4,781 sqft $ 2,199,000for sale 436 VIA ALMAR, PVE 4 bd / 4 ba 3,200 sqft $ 2,199,000for sale 2301 WARMOUTH, SP 3 bd / 2 ba 1,976 sqft $ 1,999,000 for sale 2820 VIA PACHECO, PVE 4 bd/ 3 ba 3,132 sqft $ 1,729,000 for sale 980 VIA RINCON, PVE 4 bd / 3.5 ba 2,880 sqft $ 1,599,000 for sale 32614 COASTSITE DR. #103, RPV 2 bd / 2 ba 1,506 sqft $ 649,900 for sale 5658 RAVENSPUR DR. #105, RPV 1 bd / 1 ba 796 sqft $ 295,000 for rent 5 SAGEBRUSH, RH 5 bd / 7.5 ba 11,996 sqft $ 16,000 for rent 924 VIA MIRADA, PVE 7 bd / 5.5 ba 7,351 sqft $ 9,000

BEACH CITIES LISTINGS

for sale 2826 THE STRAND, HMB 5 bd / 8 ba 8,000 sqft $ 14,900,000 for sale 100 THE STRAND, HMB 4 bd / 5 ba 3,764 sqft $ 7,999,000 for sale 2634 THE STRAND, HB 4 bd / 5 ba 4,300 sqft $ 6,999,000for sale 3720 PCH, TORR Vacant Lot 1.10 Acres $ 5,990,000 for sale 1850 MANHATTAN AVE, HMB 4 bd / 5 ba 3,700 sqft $ 3,999,000for sale 904 ESPLANADE, RB 4 units 9 bd / 4 ba 3,690 sqft $ 3,599,900for sale 705 ESPLANADE #A, RB 4 BD / 5 BA 3,805 sqft $ 2,499,000for sale 1106 PALM DR, HB 4 bed / 4 ba 2,660 sqft $ 1,999,000 for sale 1714 ROCKEFELLER LN, RB 3 bd / 2.5 ba 1,881 sqft $ 699,900 for sale 1936 257th ST, LOMITA 4 bd / 3 ba 2,455 sqft $ 649,900for sale 2223 ROCKEFELLER LN #A, RB 3 bd / 3 ba 1,804 sqft $ 634,900 for sale 1267 VAN HORNE, HMB Vacant Lot $ 419,000for rent 864 18TH ST, MB 6 bd / 7.5 ba 6,000 sqft $ 17,000for rent 1850 MANHATTAN AVE, HMB 4 bd / 5 ba 3,700 sqft $ 13,900 for rent 100 THE STRAND, HB 4 bd / 4 ba 3,764 sqft $ 15,000 for rent 705 ESPLANADE #A, RB 4 bd / 4.5 ba 3,085 sqft $ 10,000 for rent 4312 THE STRAND, MB 3 bd / 3.5 ba 2,561 sqft $ 7,000for rent 3808 THE STRAND #B, MB 2 bd / 2 ba 2,024 sqft $ 6,950for rent 3808 THE STRAND #C, MB 2 bd / 2 ba 1,400 sqft $ 5,200for rent 310 N CATALINA AVE #A, RB 4 bd / 4 ba 2,250 sqft $ 4,800

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• #1 Realtor in California (2009) • Shorewood’s #1 Agent• Over $100 million in Property Sales each year since 1997 • Over $2 Billion in Lifetime Sales• Ranked #3 in the Country – Wall Street Journal, August 2010 – Sales Volume Category

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of south bay

palos verdes office 310.698.4545manhattan beach office 310.379.2167

www.RajuSells.comDRE: 00874072

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A Simple Elegant HomeSet up high on a hill crest with pano. ocean, coastline and city light views with 180 degree view

from Malibu to Downtown L.A. Architecture by Roger North. Home features 4 bdrms and 4.5

baths, 4320 sq. ft. living space on a 2.74 acre lot (per seller). Large entry with 17 ft. ceilings

throughout, large kitchen opens up to Great Room. Gourmet kitchen w/ all Thermador Stainless

Steel Appliances & large walk-in pantry; Santos Mahogany H/wood and travertine floors

throughout; Cherry cabinets w/ ton of storage space; large 3-car garage w/ high

ceilings, dual zone heating & AC. Owners have approved plans for 80 x 30 barn and

infinity pool- lots of grass area & upper pad is ideal for guest house/barn.

0 CHESTNUT ROLLING HILLS $3,299,000

Mediterranean home located in Oceanfront EstatesNEW PRICE! This magnificent 6,450sf., boasts the most breathtaking panoramic ocean views. With

5B/7B including a separate casita, this home has private patios, outside fireplaces, numerous fountains,

gardens & 1,000 sq.ft. balconies overlooking the infinity pool & spa w/ solar heat system, outside bar &

fireplace & manicured grounds & lawns. Patio entrance, formal living & dining rooms, office & kitchen

w/a center island, granite countertops, Viking appliances & French doors leading out to

420 sq. ft. loggia. 6 fireplaces, walnut floors, custom cabinetry, coiffure ceilings & solid

wood crown moldings. 27,081SF lot w/ 24/7 security roaming the neighborhood.

33 VIA DEL CIELO RPV $4,999,000

Gorgeous Ranch Style Estate Incredible Deal!!! Gorgeous Ranch Style Estate in the private community of Rolling Hills. This

12,000 sq. ft. of luxurious living space is situated on two acres of flat, all useable land, built in

2000. The estate features 5 bedrooms, 7.5 baths, large formal living room with crystal chandeliers,

formal dining room with a large custom round table, seating for 14, large open kitchen with

European cabinets, large family room with French doors opening up to the yard, pool, spa, and

panoramic city- night views, large walk-in wine cellar, recreation room, home theater with lounge,

ballroom with wet bar, 4 car garage and beautiful landscape lawns and gardens

make for a fabulous home for living and entertaining. Motivated Sellers!

5 SAGEBRUSH .ROLLING HILLS $ 6,999,000

Palos VerdesSPOTLIGHT

Panoramic, Queen’s Necklace and City Light ViewsCustom built in 2007 for proud owners. 16,500 SF lot – this home features 5 bedrooms and 5.5

baths with 5,700 SF of living space. Living and Family rooms have vaulted ceilings, skylights and

fireplaces. The Family room opens up to a beautifully landscaped garden complete with a beautiful

Venetian Stone fountain imported from Italy & a pool in the courtyard. Master bedroom with

panoramic ocean views, fireplace & a large master bath. Other features include a library with built-

ins, wine cellar, 3-car garage, BBQ in backyard, roof top deck and hardwood / marble

floors and French doors throughout. Design by Edward Carson Beall.

937 VIA RINCON PVE $4,799,000

Over $100 Million Sold So Far in 2011

Watermark Home Loans

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Call me personally for a private consultationRegan Hagestad, Managing Director of Mortgage Banking

800-357-4077 | [email protected]

Mortgage rates could change daily. Actual payments will vary based on your individual situation and current rates. Some products may not be available in all states. Some jumbo products may not be available to first time home buyers. Some restrictions may apply. Based on the purchase/refinance of a primary residence. Credit and collateral subject to approval. Loan to value, debt to income and cash-out restrictions may apply. Programs, rates, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. Please remember that we don’t have all your

information, so this does not constitute a commitment to lend. Therefore, the rate and payment results may not reflect your actual situation. To get more accurate and personalized results, please call (800) 357-4077 to talk to one of our mortgage bankers .Watermark Capital Inc. 16485 Laguna Canyon rd. #205 Irivine, CA 92618 DRE license number 01523306 NMLS ID: 1838

Conforming loans with No points30 year fixed up to $417,000 4.75% (4.804% APR)

30 year fixed up to $729,750 4.875% (4.912% APR)

FHA loans with No points30 year fixed FHA up to $417,000 4.625% (4.995% APR)

30 year fixed FHA up to $729,750 4.625% (4.995%) APR)

Jumbo loans with No points5 year fixed ARM up to $1,500,000 3.50% (3.357% APR)

5 year fixed ARM up to $5,000,000 4.125% (3.579% APR)

7 year fixed ARM up to $3,000,000 4.125% (3.569% APR)

VA loans with No points30 year fixed VA up to $1,500,000 4.75% (4.958% APR)

In today’s market finding the right home loan is not just about comparing interest rates and fees. Building a relationship with your mortgage professional and integrating your new loan into the rest of your financial plan is just as important. At Watermark Home Loans your new home loan is not just a transaction, it is the first step in a long term partnership between our clients and our company. At Watermark Home Loans we offer a new style of Mortgage Banking. As a direct lender we have the ability to control every aspect of your transaction, similar to a large bank, but our concierge style service eliminates the red tape and delays. Our wide variety of product offerings allows us to help clients in almost any situation. From your standard $250,000 Conforming loan to a $5,000,000 Jumbo loan, our streamlined process creates on time closings. Please contact us anytime for your free new home loan consultation.

Rates effective 4.20.11

NEW!! No income loans are available. We can qualify you based on your assets, credit and equity.

• Same day pre-approvals • 24 hour underwriting approvals • Dedicated MortgageProfessional to tailor your loan and guide you every step of the way

Good to our Clients, Our Community and our People

Watermark Home Loanswww.watermarkhomeloans.com

Call me personally for a private consultationRegan Hagestad, Managing Director of Mortgage Banking

800-357-4077 | [email protected]

Mortgage rates could change daily. Actual payments will vary based on your individual situation and current rates. Some products may not be available in all states. Some jumbo products may not be available to first time home buyers. Some restrictions may apply. Based on the purchase/refinance of a primary residence. Credit and collateral subject to approval. Loan to value, debt to income and cash-out restrictions may apply. Programs, rates, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. Please remember that we don’t have all your

information, so this does not constitute a commitment to lend. Therefore, the rate and payment results may not reflect your actual situation. To get more accurate and personalized results, please call (800) 357-4077 to talk to one of our mortgage bankers .Watermark Capital Inc. 16485 Laguna Canyon rd. #205 Irivine, CA 92618 DRE license number 01523306 NMLS ID: 1838

Conforming loans with No points30 year fixed up to $417,000 4.75% (4.804% APR)30 year fixed up to $729,750 4.875% (4.912% APR)

FHA loans with No points30 year fixed FHA up to $417,000 4.625% (4.995% APR)30 year fixed FHA up to $729,750 4.625% (4.995%) APR)

Jumbo loans with No points5 year fixed ARM up to $1,500,000 3.50% (3.357% APR)5 year fixed ARM up to $5,000,000 4.125% (3.579% APR) 7 year fixed ARM up to $3,000,000 4.125% (3.569% APR)

VA loans with No points30 year fixed VA up to $1,500,000 4.75% (4.958% APR)

In today’s market finding the right home loan is not just about comparing interest rates and fees. Building a relationship with your mortgage professional and integrating your new loan into the rest of your financial plan is just as important. At Watermark Home Loans your new home loan is not just a transaction, it is the first step in a long term partnership between our clients and our company. At Watermark Home Loans we offer a new style of Mortgage Banking. As a direct lender we have the ability to control every aspect of your transaction, similar to a large bank, but our concierge style service eliminates the red tape and delays. Our wide variety of product offerings allows us to help clients in almost any situation. From your standard $250,000 Conforming loan to a $5,000,000 Jumbo loan, our streamlined process creates on time closings. Please contact us anytime for your free new home loan consultation.

Rates effective 4.20.11

NEW!! No income loans are available. We can qualify you based on your assets, credit and equity.

• Same day pre-approvals • 24 hour underwriting approvals • Dedicated MortgageProfessional to tailor your loan and guide you every step of the way

Good to our Clients, Our Community and our People

Direct: 310.546.3173Email: [email protected]: CaliforniaSanctuary.comDRE #01837448

2504 The Strand, Manhattan Beach

Beauty at the beach

This Stunning Strand residence offers breathtaking ocean views from 3 levels of the home. Quality and outstanding design make this your private Sanctuary. You’ll be close enough to touch all the excitement Los Angeles has to offer, while still enjoying the small town atmosphere that’s a signature of life in Manhattan Beach.

Home features:

Panoramic Ocean Views

3 Ocean Side Decks

Floor to Ceiling Glass Windows

3,400 Sq Ft (BTV)

Main Home: 3 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms

Apartment Attached: 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom

3 Fireplaces & Floating Stairs

Home office

Strand Level Entertainment Room with Wet Bar

Custom Contemporary Design

6 Car Parking

Offered at: $7,190,000

Gerard Bisignano & Crosby Doe Working Together

RAY KAPPE, F.A.I.A.

� Irreplaceable landmark building due to building code changes� Asking price is significantly below replacement cost� Direct access to the Strand from a valuable prime corner lot� Custom quality steel and glass construction

SOLD!

Crosby Doe Associates, Inc. 9312 Civic Center Drive #102 Beverly Hills, CA 90210 / DRE# 01844144

� Recent upgrades to systems� Dynamic horizontal and vertical open plan interiors� Luxury appointments throughout� Attached 3 car garage

The Scheimer Residence / 1600 THE STRAND — Manhattan BeachWith its wrap around panoramic beach views from arguably one of the best sites on the Strand, the experience within, with its high curving steel and glass windows, and swimming pool on top deck, is as if one is captaining from the helm of a massively large ocean-liner plowing headlong into the sand not from the ocean, but rather from land-side. This iconic architectural statement of the beach lifestyle is built for fun to be enjoyed for ages.

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Gerard Bisignano & Crosby Doe Working Together

RAY KAPPE, F.A.I.A.

� Irreplaceable landmark building due to building code changes� Asking price is significantly below replacement cost� Direct access to the Strand from a valuable prime corner lot� Custom quality steel and glass construction

SOLD!

Crosby Doe Associates, Inc. 9312 Civic Center Drive #102 Beverly Hills, CA 90210 / DRE# 01844144

� Recent upgrades to systems� Dynamic horizontal and vertical open plan interiors� Luxury appointments throughout� Attached 3 car garage

The Scheimer Residence / 1600 THE STRAND — Manhattan BeachWith its wrap around panoramic beach views from arguably one of the best sites on the Strand, the experience within, with its high curving steel and glass windows, and swimming pool on top deck, is as if one is captaining from the helm of a massively large ocean-liner plowing headlong into the sand not from the ocean, but rather from land-side. This iconic architectural statement of the beach lifestyle is built for fun to be enjoyed for ages.


THOM MAYNE & MICHAEL ROTONDI, ARCHITECTS / OPEN FRIDAY the 29th 12 – 2PM

$5,495,000Gerard Bisignano / 310.990.4727 & Crosby Doe / 310.275.2222

� Internationally acclaimed Morphosis Architecture, 4,000 + Sq. Ft.� Rare street to street corner double lot� Four story elevation with elevator� Master bedroom with built-ins & fireplace

� 2 additional bedrooms / 2.5 luxurious baths� Gardens with room for pool, sports court & patios� Open plan living & dining areas with fireplace & ocean views� Direct access from 2-car garage

To Bring You Great Architecture In The Southbay.608 Silver Spur Road, Suite 103, Rolling Hills Estates CA 90274 / DRE#01116110

Panoramic Ocean Views / 3410 Hermosa Avenue — Hermosa BeachThe Lawrence/Harris Residence, 1983 — 2004. Harris revisions: Daly, Genik, Architects. Three story Internationally recognized steel and glass residence directly across from the Strand. Three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, den/library and wine cellar. From the imposing three story entry, an elevator whisks one to the top floor where space, light & air are the hallmarks of living and dining areas surrounded by panoramic vistas dominated by the beach and ocean. There is a natural flow to the kitchen, and out to a garden roof terrace. There is an additional corner lot devoted to gardens, parking, patio and play areas.



JULIE R. CHRISTENSEN SFR Certified, HAFA Certified

CELL (310) 874-2886

SouthBayBeachCitiesHomes.com DRE# 01804587

1233 S. Helberta Avenue, Redondo Beach

4 Bedroom | 2.5 Bath | Chef’s Kitchen | Formal Dining Room

Fantastic Master Suite | Wonderful Entertaining Home

Beautiful Front and Back Yards | 2466 sq.ft home/5500 sq.ft lot

Short Walk to Riviera Village, Beach and Award Winning Schools

Offered at $ 1,100,000

Open House Sat 11 am- 3pm/Sun 1 pm - 5 pm www.1233Helberta.com

GORGEOUS HOME IN SOUTH REDONDO!

1640 S.PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAYREDONDO BEACH, CA 90277

OFFICE (310) 375-0583

Roger Hart

Forecast Realty310-781-2000 | 310-350-1749 cell2420 W. Carson St. #120, Torrance, CA [email protected]

www.forecastrealty.com

Spanish Style Beauty on most desirable street in Old Torrance!

1621 Post Ave. Torrance $639,000

2 Bedrooms | 1.5 Baths 1,413 Sqft. | 7,000 Sqft. Lot Large RV parking area | 2 car Garage with Workshop and 1/2 Bath

Great Potential on a Quiet Street.

2439 W. 236th Pl. Torrance $459,000

Three bedroom home on quiet a street. New paint throughout. Huge back yard with lots of potential.

Quiet well kept Townhome in The Gardens!

1479 Stonewood Ct. San Pedro $409,000

2 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 1,572 Sqft. End Unit | 2 Car Garage & 2-Parking Spaces Updated Kitchen | Inviting Patio with Spa and BBQ

Low Maintenance 9-Unit Apartment Building – Built in 1986!

1512 257th St. Harbor City $979,000

6,792 Sqft. | 9,000 Sqft. Lot Multi-Family | NO Rent Control Great Location with Great Investment Opportunity


June Emerson

310.721.4878DRE #01475939

OPEN HOUSE - Saturday & Sunday 2 - 4 pm

There’s a home to suit every lifestyle

1619 3rd St., Manhattan Beach | www.1619third.com 2211 Bayview Dr., Manhattan Beach | www.2211bayview.com

OPEN HOUSE - Sunday 2 - 4 pm

Rear Unit of Two | Quiet Location – Close to Downtown, Restaurants & Beach | Huge Master Suite | Open Floor plan on Upper Living Area with Two Big Decks for Outdoor Living | Fireplace & Built-in Bookcases in Living Room | Lots of Built-in Storage in 2-Car Garage | Terrific Entertainer’s Home

1219 CypressHermosa Beach


1219 Cypress, Hermosa Beach offered at $1,100,000 *RearUnitofTwo*QuietLocation,yetclosetothedowntownshops,restaurantsandbeach*HugeMasterSuite*OpenFloorplanontheupperlivingareawithtwobigdecksforoutdoorliving*Fireplaceandbuilt-inbookcasesintheLivingRoom*LotsofBuilt-instorageinthe2cargarage*TerrificEntertainer’sHome

S h a r p M e d i t e r r a n e a n T o w n h o m e

License # 00910321Information deemed reliable but not

guaranteed. Buyer to verify.

Sharp Mediterranean Townhome

DRE# 00910321

Community. Strength. Independence.

Shorewood Realtors is one of the top five largest real estate firms in Los Angeles County and in the top 58 nationally.

We are the South Bay’s oldest and largest independently owned real estate firm, with humble beginnings in 1969 to today having seven offices and more than 350 realtors serving the beach cities.

Our highly-trained real estate agents will make your home sale or purchase a seamless, trouble-free transaction—this is how we define our success.

Experience the difference.

hermosa beach 950 Artesia Blvd. 310.376.8871

hermosa beach 986 Artesia Blvd. 310.406.2020

el segundo 431 Main St. 310.322.4900

manhattan beach 917 Manhattan Beach Blvd. 310.545.8401

manhattan beach 3300 Highland Ave. 310.546.7561

palos verdes estates 16 Malaga Cove 310.698.1555

redondo beach 1009 Torrance Blvd. 310.316.8464

Hermosa Beach 950 Artesia Blvd.

310.376.8871


310.406.2020

El Segundo 431 Main St.310.322.4900

Manhattan Beach 917 Manhattan Beach Blvd.

310.545.8401

Manhattan Beach 3300 Highland Ave.

310.546.7561

Palos Verdes Estates 16 Malaga Cove

310.698.1555

Redondo Beach 1009 Torrance Blvd.

310.316.8464

Experience the Difference.

Tristy PattersonCell 424-634-1718

Office 310-376-8871 ext 6729

[email protected]

305 2ND ST. HERMOSA BEACH3 bedrooms & 3.5 bathsRooftop deck with ocean viewsPrivate Backyard2 car garage$1,100,000

Broker’s Open Friday May 6th 12-2pm

Public Open House Saturday May 7th & Sunday May 8th 2-4pm

I AM HAPPY TO BE WORKING WITH SHOREWOOD

REALTORS, SOUTH BAY’S LARGEST AND OLDEST

INDEPENDENTLY OWNED REAL ESTATE COMPANY.

As your agent, I will work hard to help you with all your real estate needs and negotiate

the best price possible for you. I believe that working hard at something you love

to do, with people you trust, is one of the greatest experiences in life. As a life long

Southern California resident, I have insider knowledge to find a special property in

your neighborhood of choice. I am an agent who can help you achieve your goal or

dream with the purchase or sale of your first home, your dream home, or investment

property, I promise to provide you with outstanding service, honesty and integrity.

I would also be honored if you would think of me when referring an agent to your

friends and family who may have real estate needs. I am looking forward to hearing

from you and helping you with your real estate search.

Brittny BurfordShorewood Realtors950 Artesia BlvdHermosa Beach, CA 90254Direct: (310) [email protected] DRE#01874928

Whether

Buying or Selling...

I am working

for you to

achieve your dreams.

Call Tracey for a free

customized Market Analysis

of your home.

Tracey NesicolaciShorewood Realtors310.717.1822 [email protected] # 01751750tn

Myles B. “Skip” Zeleny, CRS [email protected]

(310)251-2407 cell

www.BeachAreaProperties.com

1170 Shelley Street, MANHATTAN BEACHVery light, very bright 4 bedroom, 3

bath residence with 1858 sq feet of

living area. Plush carpeting throughout.

Sparkling country style kitchen with

eating nook. Big dining area with sliding

doors to rear deck area. Living room

offers beamed ceiling + wood burning

fireplace. Large, light master bedroom

with sliding doors to rear deck area. This

home truly fits the “move-in condition”

description. Buy now and begin to enjoy

the wonderful Manhattan Beach lifestyle

with refreshing ocean breezes.

NEW PRICE $985,000

Also Available -> 1101 Cypress, Hermosa Beach • Duplex • Buildable 3 Town Home Site • $1,075,000


310.376.8871


310.406.2020



310.545.8401


310.546.7561


310.698.1555


310.316.8464


Tristy PattersonCell 424-634-1718

Office 310-376-8871 ext 6729

[email protected]

305 2ND ST. HERMOSA BEACH3 bedrooms & 3.5 bathsRooftop deck with ocean viewsPrivate Backyard2 car garage$1,100,000

Broker’s Open Friday May 6th 12-2pm

Public Open House Saturday May 7th & Sunday May 8th 2-4pm

I AM HAPPY TO BE WORKING WITH SHOREWOOD

REALTORS, SOUTH BAY’S LARGEST AND OLDEST

INDEPENDENTLY OWNED REAL ESTATE COMPANY.

As your agent, I will work hard to help you with all your real estate needs and negotiate

the best price possible for you. I believe that working hard at something you love

to do, with people you trust, is one of the greatest experiences in life. As a life long

Southern California resident, I have insider knowledge to find a special property in

your neighborhood of choice. I am an agent who can help you achieve your goal or

dream with the purchase or sale of your first home, your dream home, or investment

property, I promise to provide you with outstanding service, honesty and integrity.

I would also be honored if you would think of me when referring an agent to your

friends and family who may have real estate needs. I am looking forward to hearing

from you and helping you with your real estate search.

Brittny BurfordShorewood Realtors950 Artesia BlvdHermosa Beach, CA 90254Direct: (310) [email protected] DRE#01874928

Whether

Buying or Selling...

I am working

for you to

achieve your dreams.

Call Tracey for a free

customized Market Analysis

of your home.

Tracey NesicolaciShorewood Realtors310.717.1822 [email protected] # 01751750tn

Myles B. “Skip” Zeleny, CRS [email protected]

(310)251-2407 cell

www.BeachAreaProperties.com

1170 Shelley Street, MANHATTAN BEACHVery light, very bright 4 bedroom, 3

bath residence with 1858 sq feet of

living area. Plush carpeting throughout.

Sparkling country style kitchen with

eating nook. Big dining area with sliding

doors to rear deck area. Living room

offers beamed ceiling + wood burning

fireplace. Large, light master bedroom

with sliding doors to rear deck area. This

home truly fits the “move-in condition”

description. Buy now and begin to enjoy

the wonderful Manhattan Beach lifestyle

with refreshing ocean breezes.

NEW PRICE $985,000

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5 bed/3.5 ba & 3,020 sf

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LYNNE LEAROff Market Specialist Shorewood Realtors 310-779-1723 www.lynnelear.com

Wow, is right. It looks like it’s out of Architectural Digest, yet, it is a family friendly home designed for easy living.

All 4 bedrooms on top floor. 3 full baths. Poured concrete counter tops in chef’s kitchen with top of line everything. Cool eat-in nook. 2 fireplaces downstairs. Hidden children’s play fort. Open floor plan leads to flat grassy enormous (for tree section) yard. Dark wood ceiling beams synthesize all rooms.

Incredible light. Aesthetically inspiring.

This is not your mother’s house.

INDUSTRIAL FARMHOUSE632 30th St., Manhattan Beach

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Victor Samaan1720 South Elena, Redondo Beach

direct: 310-422-3339 | office: 310-373-6206 [email protected]

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Jack McSweeney, CDPE, SRES, e-PRO, PVS

RE/MAX Execs Realtor / ManagerMember of the RE/MAX Hall of FameJackMcSweeney.com SoBayCalMLS.com310 346-0391 cell / 310 356-4285 office

1601 Cataluna Place • Palos Verdes Estates

4 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 2,279 Sqft. (Buyer to Verify) | 10,237 Sqft. Lot

One of the original Spanish style homes on the best family street in Monte Malaga.

Designed and built in 1957, this private retreat was rebuilt from the studs up – with new

plumbing, wiring, heating, two new bathrooms upstairs and a new half bath downstairs.

Offered at $1,500,000 | WWW.1601CatalunaPlace.comOwner May Carry with 20% Down O.A.C.

Steve Simonetti Business: 310-378-1830

Mobile: 310-621-5155

[email protected]

www.stevesimonetti.com

Jeannie Penner-MoreRealtor / Loan Consultant

[email protected] • www.JeanniesHomes.com

DRE: 01076415

16 Bowie Road, Rolling Hills, 90274

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 4294 Sq.Ft. | Panoramic Views

Located in the enchanting City of Rolling Hills, a private gated community located atop the scenic hills of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, this Ranch-Style Estate is set among an immaculate lush landscape and ranch style/equestrian environment. With an enduring respect for native wildlife and the natural surroundings, this one-of-a-kind home offers breathtaking panoramic views, from the majestic queen’s-necklace view of the Santa Monica Bay, to twinkling city lights below all the way to world famous downtown skyline, and across to the regal views of San Pedro’s impressive Port of Los Angeles. Pristine stables and private park-like settings are centuries away from the city below as you enter the grounds up a long private driveway, with lush, expansive, colorful, and meticulously maintained landscape that is well over an acre. Designed by a renowned local architect, the ambience of the exterior blend perfectly with the intimate interior spaces throughout this home and offer a feeling of openness and illumination of natural light. Five main bridle trails provide convenient access for ones equestrian enjoyment. The quiet, serene atmosphere is experienced while strolling through the grounds of this magnificent ranch-style estate. An extra-large three-car garage and parking platform provide extra parking for guests.


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236 N. Juanita # B , Redondo Beach, 90277

This stunning newer townhome offers a bright and open feeling that offers great living and entertaining in the heart of South Redondo. Built in 2006, it is completely detached and has approx. 2,450 sq. ft. It features 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with a fabulous master suite, dual sinks, spa tub & a hugehis and her walk in closet. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with stainless steel Viking appliances, imported slab granite countertops and custom ma ple cabinetry. Other features include a spacious loft; 2 balconies; hardwood and travertine flooring; state of the art sound system & CAT 5 wiring.

Offered at $949,000

3735 168th Street, Torrance

TURNKEY Single Family Home. Approx. 1,289 sq. ft. (buyer to verify) Lot Sq. Ft. 5,790. Three Bedrooms & Two Baths. Bright & Spacious Living Room. Updated Kitchen With Stainless Steel Appliances. Formal Dining Room. Big Private Backyard. Hardwood Floors Throughout. Built In 1956. Other Upgrades Include: New Entry Door; Recessed Lighting; Smooth Ceilings; New Fixtures; New KitchenCountertops With Mosaic Back Splash; New Window Blinds

Offered at $499,000

LOCATIONS SILVER SPUR

450 Silver Spur Road Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

Phone: 310-544-9999 Fax: 310-703-1999

MANHATTAN BEACH 400 S Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 100

Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 Phone: 310-376-2225

Fax: 310-376-6522

WEST LOS ANGELES 2999 Overland Blvd., Suite 104 West Los Angeles, CA 90064

Phone: 310-559-5570 Fax: 310-559-5587

SOUTH BAY 23740 Hawthorne Blvd., 2nd Floor

Torrance, CA 90505 Phone: 310-378-9889

Fax: 310-378-2745

EL SEGUNDO 402 Main Street

El Segundo, CA 90245 Phone: 310-322-1425

Fax: 310-322-5724

MALAGA COVE 63 Malaga Cove Plaza

PALOS VERDES EST., CA 90274 Phone: 310-378-9494

Fax: 310-373-3427

MIRALESTE 5 Miraleste Plaza

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: 310-831-0222

Fax: 310-831-1684

SANTA MONICA 620 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite B

Santa Monica, CA 90401 Phone: 310-264-2225

Fax: 310-264-2200

MARINA DEL REY / VENICE 155 Washington Blvd.

Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 Phone: 310-577-5300

Fax: 310-577-5301

REDONDO BEACH 1720 S Elena

Redondo Beach, CA 90277 Phone: 310-378-7747

Fax: 310-378-1997

RANCHO PALOS VERDES 28901 Western Ave.

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Phone: 310-514-1364

Fax: 310-514-1420

BEVERLY HILLS 9454 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 600

Beverly Hills, CA 90212 Phone: 310-205-0050

Fax: 310-559-5587

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(310) 378-9494DRE #00983568

Silver Spur450 Silver Spur Rd.

Rancho Palos Verdes(310) 544-9999DRE #00983568

Miraleste Plaza5 Miraleste Plaza

Rancho Palos Verdes(310) 831-0222

DRE #00983568

South Bay23740 Hawthorne Blvd.

Torrance(310) 378-9889DRE #01219939

Redondo Beach1720 South Elena Redondo Beach(310) 378-7747DRE #01219939

RPV San Pedro28901 South Western Ave.


Manhattan Beach400 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

Manhattan Beach(310) 376-5225 DRE #01879720

El Segundo402 Main Street

El Segundo(310) 322-1425

DRE #01879720

Lynn Lord, GRI, CDPESenior Real Estate Consultant

RE/MAX Palos Verdes

DRE #00932611

310-493-7016 direct

310-703-1999 fax

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Palos Verdes Realty EXECS

28210 PV Drive East, Rancho Palos Verdes

5 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2,982 sq ft | 23,520 sq ft Lot

Private Pool | Tennis Court | Open Formal Living Room | High Ceilings

New Granite Counters | Stainless Steel Appliances | Travertine Flooring

$1,299,000

www.28210PvDriveEast.com

4532 Newton Street, Torrance

3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2,557 sq ft | 6,600 lot size | Permitted Guest

House | Private Sun Deck | City Light Views

Upper Level Master Suite

$949,000

www.4532NewtonStreet.com

2208 Via Alamitos, Palos Verdes Estates

4 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2,645 sq ft | 8,907 lot size

Private Pool | Oversized Deck | Entertaining Back Yard

Granite Counters | Stainless Steel Appliances | New Flooring

$1,399,000

www.2208ViaAlamitos.com


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Torrance(310) 378-9889DRE #01219939







El Segundo(310) 322-1425

DRE #01879720

Haley LarsonRE/MAX Palos Verdes Execs

C: 310-897-2257LarsonsRealEstate.com




Palos Verdes Realty

Custom Home on the Best Street in Rolling Hills Estates!

8 Pleasant HillRolling Hills Estates

• 4 bdrm 4 bath 4400 square feet of

living space on a huge 21,000

square foot lot.

• Lushly Landscaped Yard Features Pool

and Jacuzzi.

• Great Floor Plan,

• Massive Kitchen Flows Directly into the

Family Room

• Grand Master Suite with Large Bath

and Expansive Walk in Closet

• Situated on a Quiet Cul-de -sac Street,

The Perfect Family Home!

Kirby Larson RE/MAX Palos Verdes ExecsBrokerC: 310-541-1993F: 310-541-6181 LarsonsRealEstate.com

Enjoy Incredible WhiteWater Views Just Steps from the Beach

225 38th StreetManhattan Beach

• 3 bdrm 3.5 bath 2,229 SqFt Townhome.

• Located West of Highland. Open Floor

Plan with Spacious Kitchen and Oversized

Family Room.

• Amazing Views From Kitchen, Living

Area, Large Master Suite and Two

Balconies.

• Oversized two car garage as well as

extra enclosed car port on property.

• Convenient Manhattan Beach Location,

Very near shops, restaurants and

entertainment.

• Modern Construction built in 1989


(310) 378-9494DRE #00983568





DRE #00983568


Torrance(310) 378-9889DRE #01219939







El Segundo(310) 322-1425

DRE #01879720




Palos Verdes Realty

Allan EphraimAllan Ephraim, Realtor®, QSC, e-PRO, CDPE

RE/MAX PV Realty

310-541-6389 - Direct

310-489-4458 - Cell

DRE #01361247

4136 Via Solano, Palos Verde Estates.

4BD/2BA, 2234 sqft traditional ranch style home in a most desirable neighborhood of

Valmonte. This home includes a large LR , formal DR, park-like landscaping and central

air-conditioning. With some cosmetic remodeling, this home will match the neighborhoods

1M plus homes.

www.4136viasolano.com 1-4PM Open House, Sunday May 1st

Offered at $969,000

Rick Wilkinson1720 S Elena AveRedondo Beach CA 90277Cell 310-663-9064RickWilkinson@remax-execs.comPremiumSouthBayHomes.com

2 Ocean Front Condos

625 Esplanade Unit 652 bedroom plus loft, 2 bathOcean views from loft and deckFully remodeled, turnkeyVaulted ceilings, light and brightWasher and dryer in unitLarge storage in atticReduced to $675,000

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535 Esplanade Unit 502

625 Esplanade Unit 65

Under $1 millionin Valmonte

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Palos Verdes Realty

159 Calle Mayor Hollywood Riviera town house w/ panoramic coastal ocean views.

Remodeled inside and out with quality upgrades

Priced reduced - seller moving - Short sale application in progress.

Call for action - Now $599,950 plus $58,000 assessment for exterior renovation pd. to HOA @ close of escrow.

Janet A. StearnsREALTOR® DRE# 01851243

Cell: (310) 480-1167RE/MAX 100% Club“Your dream . . . My Passion!”[email protected]

958 Rosecrans, Manhattan Beach

www.958Rosecrans.com

Updated kitchen with granite counter tops, tumbled marble backsplash, new appliances. Living room with vaulted ceilings, wood-burning fireplace and new hardwood flooring. Two large bedrooms. Gorgeous remodeled bath. Detached family room with beam ceilings. Huge lot, nearly 6,000 square Feet. Lushly landscaped front and back yards. Detached two car garage with a long driveway that fits 7 cars. Fantastic location: Award-winning Manhattan Beach Unified School District!

Offered at $890,000 REDUCED TO $849,000

Michael Talbot

(310) 422-4309 - [email protected]

MikeTalbotRE.com

DRE. Lic.#00645363

4584 Don Milagro Drive, Los Angeles (Baldwin Hills)

Incredible view home of the entire LA basin. Major remodel of the entire home just completed with no expense spared. Huge master with Jacuzzi bathtub and waterfall, shower and sauna. Contemporary style three bedroom plus office, 2 1/2 bath, 2,853 square feet. Separate living, family and dining rooms. Inlaid marble and hardwood floors throughout. Staircase with custom ornate ironwork. High ceilings with deluxe crown moldings. Wired for speakers and security. Incredible, breathtaking home.

MUST SEE! $779,0001311 Manhattan Beach Blvd., #1

Wonderful 2 bedroom 2 bath townhouse in Manhattan Beach. Owners Unit with no shared walls located in an intimate 5 unit complex. Extensively REMODELED with no expense spared. Gourmet kitchen with granite counters, new stainless steel appliances and tile flooring. Living room with distressed hardwood flooring, fireplace and custom lighting. Large private bedrooms upstairs with plenty of closet space. Bathrooms tastefully updated with custom cabinets, granite counters and custom backsplash inlay. Front unit provides ground level entry and direct access to the 2 car parking and storage.

$499,000

310.541.8271 • peninsulasir.com

Rick Edler310.872.4333

DRE# 01113145

Kitty Edler310.283.8790

DRE# 00800837

Darin DeRenzis310.418.6210

DRE# 01760239

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2456ViaSonoma.com

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Eli FairfieldSales Manager1230 Rosecrans Ave, Suite #402Manhattan Beach, CA [email protected] For the if in life®

Gerard Bisignano is a life-long resident of the South

Bay. He has been selling luxury real estate in our coastal

community for over 20 years. He has been a consistent top

producer and in 2009 became a Real Estate Specialist

with Peninsula Sotheby’s. He received his MBA from

Loyola Marymount University and served eight years on the

Redondo Beach City Council. His marketing efforts have

produced two homes named L.A. Times “Home of the Week”

and he has been featured several times on NBC’s “Open

House Los Angeles.” He has marketed one of the highest

priced homes ever listed on the Manhattan Beach Strand

and is known for being a top agent for luxury real estate

from Manhattan Beach to the Palos Verdes Peninsula.

301 25th Street, Manhattan Beach

Walk Street - Classic Beach Duplex. Live and play only three blocks from the beach. Stunning water and beach views with perfect sunsets. Living room has wood burning fireplace. Walk out on to your front deck for lounging or grilling. See and hear the waves. Recently renovated — move right in and enjoy the summer. In the beautiful Sand Section of Manhattan Beach on a oversized 2/3 lot. One 3 bed/2 bath unit and one studio with full bath and kitchen. Both units are super easy to rent. Sit on the deck and sip your morning coffee and enjoy the ocean views. Great investment or build opportunity.

$1,449,000

24 8th Street, Hermosa Beach

Fantastic new contemporary home in the heart of downtown Hermosa just two doors from the strand and sand, Gourmet kitchen with walk-pantry comes complete with commercial Viking appliances, granite counter tops, custom cabinets and hard wood floors. This home is equipped with elevator, beautiful decks including one on the roof which is engineered and ready for a spa and BBQ to enjoy the city and whitewater views. Spacious open floor plan, living room with fireplace, master has a walk-in closet, large his/her bath, jacuzzi tub. House is wired for stereo, alarm as well as high speed internet (CAT5). Hermosa Beach living at it’s best!

$2,595,000

3410 Hermosa Avenue, Hermosa Beach

Architectural Digest’s Editors’ Selection October 2010. A masterpiece in art & living. These worlds meld in this testament to post modern design. An early work by the internationally acclaimed Morphosis design team, Thom Mayne & Michael Rotondi, this blending of stainless steel, concrete & natural elements combine to create a stunning home of epic architectural significance. Featured in the New York Times, this 4000+ square foot home has 4 levels with living room, dining room & kitchen all situated on the top floor to take full advantage of the spectacular ocean/coastline views. The entrance opens to a 3-story, semi-circular atrium. 2 sets of stairs trace a path through the structure that has an elevator, 3 bedrooms, a wine cellar, 2 fireplaces & a family room. Unobstructed ocean views from PV to Malibu, home has been called “the tallest home in Hermosa Beach.”

$3,495,000

Gerard Bisignano

Contact me for more information on off-market Strand and Walk Street homes.

Cell: 310-990-4727 | Office: 310-376-6004

[email protected] | www.coastalluxuryliving.comDRE: 01116110

“Navigating the Real Estate market can be challenging during these uncertain times. As a luxury real estate specialists with Peninsula Sotheby’s International Realty I can offer you unsurpassed exposure and experience in the marketing of your home or when representing you in the purchase of a home. Please call me on my cell phone at (310) 990-4727.” —Gerard Bisignano

41 Nantasket, Rancho Palos Verdes

A magnificent property of almost 1/2 an acre of land boasting ocean, Catalina Island, resort & golf course views. Nantasket Estate is immediately adjacent to the world class Terranea resort on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Site features 275 ft of frontage along Terranea’s links golf course ~ fairway and hole 9, as well as 200 ft of street frontage rivaling the size and reminiscence of old Pasadena & Palos Verdes estates legendary homes. Fully approved plans for a 5,500 sf resort-style 2 story home, approved by both the city of RPV and the California coastal commission.

$1,695,000

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Ray Kappe Design-Scheimer Residence

1600 The Strand, Manhattan Beach

LIST PRICE $12,499,000

SOLD

277 Via Buena Ventura, Redondo Beach 5 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 3,615 sq ft | Brand new custom-built

home | Walk to the beach and the Riviera Village

www.277ViaBuenaVentura.com

Your Best Move.

Igor Nastaskin

Cell: 310.892.6016 Office: [email protected]

www.IGORrealestate.com

DRE 01317822

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• All time Highest Price Sale in the Hollywood Riviera (East of Palos Verdes Blvd.) at $2.55M (Source: Trendgraphix Inc)


2606 Ridgeland Road, Torrance This delightful house in the Victoria Knolls area of Torrance will make you feel right at home. With 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in 1,659

square feet, this charming home includes new carpeting, hardwood floors, recessed lights, crown mouldings and copper plumbing.

The remodeled kitchen has stainless steel appliances and both of the bathrooms are remodeled. The two bay windows, one in the

dining room and one in the living room, provide the perfect sunny spot to relax with a good book. The spacious family room leads

to the backyard. The home is close to great Torrance schools as well as shopping and entertainment.

www.2606Ridgeland.com

504 Via La Selva, Redondo Beach

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2,000 sq ft

Riviera Home with Great Views and Pool

4133 Mesa Street, Torrance 4 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 2,600 sq ft | State-of-the art home built in

2007 | Panoramic city and mountain views

www.4133Mesa.com


Offered at: $659,000

FOR LEASE $3,700/month

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