Build Your Dream on One of Southern California's Most Coveted Coastlines.
Rare opportunities like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Located within the exclusive guard-gated community of Surfside Colony, this exceptional property offers the chance to create a one-of-a-kind coastal residence just steps from the sand and the Pacific Ocean. Whether you choose to undertake a renovation or build a stunning custom beach home, this is a one of a kind opportunity to maximize one of the most highly sought after locations along the Southern California coast.
Set on a unique 1,987-square-foot lot stretching from Surfside Avenue to Pacific Avenue, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence, with detached two car garage, offers the opportunity to create your ideal coastal retreat. Envision expansive living spaces, rooftop decks, panoramic ocean views, and the modern finishes you've always wanted. Beyond the property, Surfside Colony offers an unmatched lifestyle with private beach access, 24-hour guard-gated security, a neighborhood library, post office, playgrounds, and a close-knit coastal community. Enjoy easy access to Sunset Beach, Huntington Harbor, Seal Beach, and the award-winning Los Alamitos School District.
Whether you're a homeowner seeking the ultimate beachfront escape, an investor looking for your next signature project, or a builder searching for a premier coastal lot, this is a rare chance to secure an irreplaceable piece of Southern California's coastline. The location is exceptional—the possibilities are endless. Showings begin Saturday July 11th.
For sale
Listed by: Arbor Real Estate • Kristen Coultrup • Contact: 949-246-9767
Price cut: $50K (8/18)
$2,250,000
53B Surfside Ave, Seal Beach, CA 90743
3beds
1,344sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
1,987 Square Feet Lot
$2,208,700 Zestimate®
$1,674/sqft
$60/mo HOA
What's special
Three-bedroom two-bathroom residenceDetached two car garagePrivate beach access
- 60 days
- 1,025
- 29
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kristen Coultrup DRE #02021243 949-246-9767,
Arbor Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NP26144086
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Pantry, All Bedrooms Up
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage, Garage Faces Rear
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Parking
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean, Peek-A-Boo
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Ocean Access
Lot
- Size: 1,987 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 17848108
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking
- Security: Gated with Attendant, 24 Hour Security
- Subdivision: Seal Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Sport Court, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Playground, Pets Allowed, Security
- HOA fee: $60 monthly
- HOA name: Surfside Colony
- HOA phone: 562-592-2352
Location
- Region: Seal Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,674/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,254,440
- Date on market: 7/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 60 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
Estimated market value
$2,208,700
$2.10M - $2.32M
$6,241/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2026 | Price change | $2,250,000-2.2%$1,674/sqft |
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| 7/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,299,999+557.1%$1,711/sqft |
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| 9/29/1997 | Sold | $350,000$260/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,254,440 +2% |
| 2025 | $14,614 +1.6% | $1,229,844 +2% |
| 2024 | $14,378 +3.3% | $1,205,730 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,922 +0.9% | $1,182,089 +2% |
| 2022 | $13,797 +2.2% | $1,158,911 +2% |
| 2021 | $13,499 +10.4% | $1,136,188 +12.6% |
| 2020 | $12,230 | $1,009,452 +2% |
| 2019 | $12,230 +3.1% | $989,659 |
| 2018 | $11,860 +3% | $989,659 |
| 2017 | $11,519 | $989,659 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,519 +1.8% | $970,254 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,310 +1.4% | $955,680 |
| 2014 | $11,159 | $955,680 +10% |
| 2013 | -- | $868,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $868,800 -4% |
| 2011 | -- | $905,000 -5% |
| 2010 | -- | $952,764 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $955,028 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $936,302 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $917,944 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $899,946 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $882,300 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $865,000 +124.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $385,869 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $378,303 +2% |
| 2001 | $5,008 +1.2% | $370,886 +2% |
| 2000 | $4,947 | $363,614 |
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Neighborhood: Surfside
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Los Alamitos
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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