Extremely rare opportunity just 5 homes from the Strand in Manhattan Beach. This South-facing duplex sits on a prime 90' x 30' lot offering exceptional development potential in one of the most sought-after beach locations in Southern California. Buyers have multiple options: build 2 luxury townhomes, design a spectacular single-family residence with an ADU, or continue operating the property as an income-producing duplex. The existing structure features a 3-bedroom, 2-bath upper unit and a 2-bedroom, 2-bath lower unit, both with hardwood floors in the main living areas, carpeted bedrooms, and fireplaces. The property was extensively remodeled around 1985 and has been meticulously maintained by the same owners since 1972. A true standout for the area, the property includes a 2-car garage plus 5 additional off-street parking spaces, including rear parking with street-to-alley access—a rare and valuable feature this close to the beach. Ideally located between downtown Manhattan Beach and El Porto on a very desirable street, the property offers easy access to the beach, local dining, shopping, and all the attractions of Manhattan Beach, while also providing a convenient commute to the Westside. Pride of ownership is evident throughout, and after 5+ decades of stewardship, the sellers are excited to pass this special property on to its next owner.
Pending
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Realty • Christopher Barhoum • Contact: 310-221-1237
Price cut: $396K (7/8)
$4,899,000
127 21st St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
5beds
2,252sqft
Duplex
Built in 1936
2,706 Square Feet Lot
$4,575,400 Zestimate®
$2,175/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 152 days
- 307
- 6
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Listed by:
Christopher Barhoum DRE #01463347 310-221-1237,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SB26121068
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,252 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Garage, On Site, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 5
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Beach Access
Lot
- Size: 2,706 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 4178013018
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Duplex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Street Lights
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Manhattan Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $324,007
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 153 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$4,575,400
$4.35M - $4.80M
$7,664/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Pending sale | $4,899,000$2,175/sqft |
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| 8/10/2026 | Contingent | $4,899,000$2,175/sqft |
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| 7/8/2026 | Price change | $4,899,000-7.5%$2,175/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,295,000-11.7%$2,351/sqft |
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| 3/19/2018 | Listing removed | $5,998,000$2,663/sqft |
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| 2/13/2018 | Listed for sale | $5,998,000$2,663/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $324,007 +2% |
| 2025 | $4,671 -16.7% | $317,655 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,605 +2.8% | $311,428 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,451 +1.4% | $305,323 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,376 +0.9% | $299,337 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,330 0% | $293,469 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,332 | $290,461 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,332 +2.5% | $284,767 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,204 | $279,184 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,204 -0.9% | $273,711 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,253 +3.2% | $268,345 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,090 +2% | $264,315 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,989 | $259,138 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $252,911 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $247,953 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $246,101 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $246,686 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $241,850 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $237,109 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $232,461 |
| 2005 | -- | $232,461 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $223,436 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $219,342 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $215,043 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $206,695 |
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Neighborhood: 90266
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Mira Costa
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