Welcome to 212 John Street, a coastal retreat on one of Manhattan Beach’s most coveted streets. Built custom for the current owner, it possesses mesmerizing ocean views, resort-style outdoor living and meticulously crafted interiors. Just moments from Downtown Manhattan Beach, this estate offers top-tier shopping, dining and entertainment. It is also located near award-winning schools, making it perfect for families seeking premier education. Step through grand double doors into a striking formal entryway. Off the entryway, a junior suite features hardwood floors, dual closets and an elegantly designed ensuite bathroom, with French doors open to a front-facing terrace. The primary suite is a luxurious sanctuary, filled with natural light and French doors leading to another ocean view terrace. The spa-inspired ensuite includes a soaking tub, dual vanities, a separate makeup vanity, private water closet and a large dual-head shower. The first level also features two guest bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a secondary entertaining room with a fireplace and pool table, and a spacious bar area. Double French doors flood the space with natural light and lead to the retreat like backyard. A full bath, spacious laundry room with storage and dual washer/dryer capacity, and a rear staircase enhance functionality. Designed to maximize panoramic ocean views and streaming sunlight, the upper level features an open-concept layout with hardwood floors and vaulted wood beam ceilings. The formal living room includes a wet bar, wine fridge, fireplace, and French doors to a terrace with ocean vistas. The formal dining area, seats up to twelve and connects to a butler’s pantry and the gourmet kitchen. A separate landing is ideal for a grand piano, while an elegant powder room is nearby. The kitchen boasts stone countertops, high-end stainless appliances, a Viking stove, and a large center island with bar seating. Adjacent is a cozy family room and breakfast nook for casual meals. A rear door leads to the backyard’s BBQ station and bar. The lowest level offers a media room, a large wine cellar and an additional guest bedroom with bath. Outside, the freshly painted exterior complements a tiered oasis designed for outdoor living. The lower tier has a spacious patio, while the upper tier features a pool, sundeck, outdoor fireplace, and BBQ bar. A separate ocean view guesthouse offers a private refuge, office, or in-law suite. A three-car garage provides ample parking and storage.
Sold for $9,700,000
Listing Provided by: Compass
Bought with: Stephen Dubin
$9,700,000
212 John St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
6beds
6,754sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
9,985 Square Feet Lot
$9,713,900 Zestimate®
$1,436/sqft
$34,374 Estimated rent
Home value
$9,713,900
$8.84M - $10.69M
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Panoramic ocean viewsMesmerizing ocean viewsOcean view terraceOutdoor fireplaceBbq station and barGourmet kitchenWine fridge
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Listing Provided by:
Lauren Forbes DRE #01295248 310-901-8512,
Compass
Bought with:
Stephen Dubin, DRE #01237977
Stephen Dubin
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SB24244101
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 5
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Granite Counters, Jetted Tub, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tile Counters, Tub Shower, Vanity
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Butler's Pantry, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Utility Sink
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Barbecue, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Indoor Grill, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener, Tankless Water Heater, Warming Drawer, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Stacked
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, Central Vacuum, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Sunken Living Room, Two Story Ceilings, Bar, Wired for Sound, Bedroom on Main Level, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Wood
- Doors: Double Door Entry, French Doors
- Windows: Atrium, Drapes, Plantation Shutters, Screens, Skylight(s), Wood Frames
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Great Room, Outside, Wood Burning, Recreation Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 6,754 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio, Stone
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Filtered, Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Private, Waterfall
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground
- Fencing: Vinyl,Wood,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Catalina, Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Coastline,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 9,985 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Near Park
Details
- Parcel number: 4169012012
- Zoning: MNRS
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom,Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Stone, Stucco
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Storm Drain(s), Sidewalks, Park
Location
- Region: Manhattan Beach
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2025 | Sold | $9,700,000-11.8%$1,436/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #SB24244101 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2025 | Pending sale | $11,000,000$1,629/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #SB24244101 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2025 | Contingent | $11,000,000$1,629/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #SB24244101 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2025 | Price change | $11,000,000-4.3%$1,629/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #SB24244101 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2025 | Price change | $11,500,000-4.2%$1,703/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #SB24244101 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $12,000,000+242.9%$1,777/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #SB24244101 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2001 | Sold | $3,500,000+255.3%$518/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/1999 | Sold | $985,000$146/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $105,164 +74.9% | $9,301,380 +83.5% |
| 2024 | $60,144 +2.7% | $5,069,178 +2% |
| 2023 | $58,582 +1.8% | $4,969,783 +2% |
| 2022 | $57,569 +2% | $4,872,337 +2% |
| 2021 | $56,467 +0.8% | $4,776,802 +1% |
| 2020 | $56,021 | $4,727,823 +2% |
| 2019 | $56,021 +4% | $4,635,122 +2% |
| 2018 | $53,858 | $4,544,238 +2% |
| 2017 | $53,858 +0.6% | $4,455,136 +2% |
| 2016 | $53,556 +4.2% | $4,367,781 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $51,419 +3.4% | $4,302,174 +2% |
| 2014 | $49,717 | $4,217,901 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $4,116,511 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $4,035,796 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $4,005,634 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $4,015,151 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $3,936,424 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $3,859,240 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $3,783,570 |
| 2005 | -- | $3,783,570 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $3,636,651 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $3,570,000 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $3,500,000 +248.4% |
| 2000 | -- | $1,004,700 |
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Neighborhood: 90266
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Opal Robinson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- NAManhattan Beach PreschoolGrades: Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Mira Costa High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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