The Tree Section by Ed Kaminsky The Tree Section of Manhattan Beach is considered one of the most desirable places to live. It is bordered by Sepulveda Boulevard to the East, Manhattan Beach Boulevard to the South, Rosecrans Avenue to the North, and the Sand Section to the West. Its proximity to the ocean, LAX and an easy commute to the city, makes it as appealing geographically as it is aesthetically. The area is well known for its strict tree ordinance that restricts homeowners from removing most trees from their property without a permit from the city, thus preserving the visual attraction of the area. Lot sizes vary in the Tree Section, but most of the lots are typically 40 feet wide and range from about 110 feet to about 135 feet in depth, depending on what block and street one is looking at. There are exceptions to the norm, however, and on rare occasion one can see lot sizes approaching 9,000 square feet. Not only are they hard to find, but they are also expensive, as land value in this beach community can be 90% or more of the total value of the property in some cases. Within the Tree Section there are several sub-sections that are both extremely popular and notable in their own right. American Martyrs is an example. Some of the more admired streets in this section are 15th Street through 18th Street as they offer something unique and hard to find: space. The lots in this section are typically 50 feet wide which not only allows one a little more distance from your neighbors but also allows more street parking and best of all, a very short walk to nearby Live Oak Park and the downtown district of Manhattan Beach. Another sub-section of the Tree Section is what is called the Gas Lamp District, which is located near Marine Avenue. These streets are beautifully lined with original gas burning lamps. Many of the lots in this area are typically smaller; sometimes only 25 or 30 feet wide.
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