254 Rees St

Playa del Rey, CA 90293

$3,600,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3,480 Sq. Ft.
$1,034 / Sq. Ft.
3,480
Sq. Ft.
$1,034
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 8/16/23
Sold 8/16/23
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Description

Exquisite Spanish Colonial nestled on an expansive hilltop lot, offering breathtaking views of the ocean, the Marina & Malibu. Constructed in 1925 and extensively remodeled in 2018, this one of a kind property features 4 spacious bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and a bonus private guest space/office atop Playa's coveted northwest "Palisades del Rey" bluff. Marvel at the high ceilings, graceful archways, floor-to-ceiling fireplace and spectacular picture windows that provide stunning vistas of the coast....Exquisite Spanish Colonial nestled on an expansive hilltop lot, offering breathtaking views of the ocean, the Marina & Malibu. Constructed in 1925 and extensively remodeled in 2018, this one of a kind property features 4 spacious bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and a bonus private guest space/office atop Playa's coveted northwest "Palisades del Rey" bluff. Marvel at the high ceilings, graceful archways, floor-to-ceiling fireplace and spectacular picture windows that provide stunning vistas of the coast. The formal dining room is filled with character featuring stained glass windows, through which the setting sun over the Marina becomes dinner time's main attraction. The light-filled kitchen is outfitted with beautiful hickory cabinets, Thermador appliances, gorgeous quartzite countertops and a charming breakfast nook. The additional family room is perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining with wall-to-wall accordion doors that open to a sprawling backyard. Retreat to the primary bedroom suite, complete with built-in wood cabinetry decorated with stained glass panels, a cozy fireplace, and a private balcony where you can experience towering views, holiday parades, and fireworks on the 4th of July. This full smart home is the perfect entertainment hub for hosting guests, with its powerful Sonos system providing a multi-dimensional soundscape throughout. Just a few strides away from the beach, volleyball courts, bike paths, shops and restaurants, this unique residence is in the perfect location to immerse yourself in the epitome of a luxurious coastal lifestyle, where elegance and sophistication meet blissful relaxation.

Listing Agents

  1. Jackie Smith

    Jackie Smith

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01889096

    jackie.smith@compass.com

    P: (213)-494-7736

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  2. Glenn McCuen

    Glenn McCuen

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #02151908

    glenn.mccuen@compass.com

    P: (818)-850-9100

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Property Details for 254 Rees Street

Zoning
LAR1
Style
Spanish Colonial
Parcel Number
4116016011
Living Area
3480
Source Living Area
Plans
Area
Playa Del Rey (C31)
Lot Size Area
7376
Source Lot Size Area
Vendor Enhanced
LISTING UPDATED: 08/16/2023 10:17 AM

Property Details for 254 Rees Street

StatusSold
MLS #23-290659
Days on Market3
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,376 SF
CountyLos Angeles County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Jackie Smith, DRE #01889096; Compass, Glenn McCuen, DRE #02151908

Sold By Compass, Angela Forgo, DRE #01324702

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Building Information for 254 Rees Street

Stories2Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,376 SF

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Property Information for 254 Rees Street

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Marina, Ocean, Skyline, City, City Lights, Coastline, Panoramic, Lagoon, Pier
  • View: Marina, Ocean, City Lights, Coastline, Panoramic, Pier
  • Guest House: Attached
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Security Lights, Fire and Smoke Detection System, Card/Code Access, Smoke Detector, Other
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Water: Public
  • Water Heater Features: Tankless
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Probate: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Lease Option: false
  • Disclosures: None
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Acreage: 0.1693
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7376
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 54x130
  • Source Lot Size Dimensions: Vendor Enhanced
  • Lot Features: Yard, Back Yard, Lawn, Landscaped
  • Lot Description: Gutters, Yard, Street Lighting, Exterior Security Lights, Fenced, Fenced Yard, Back Yard, Lawn, Landscaped
  • Lot Location: Hilltop
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Above Street Level, Built-In Storage, Driveway, Door Opener
  • Total Parking: 3
  • Covered Parking: 1
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 2
  • Garage Spaces Total: 2
  • Number Of Remote Controls: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Driveway Down Slope From Street, Built-In Storage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Office, Master Bathroom, Walk-In Closet, Utility Room, Living Room
  • Rooms: Bonus Room, Breakfast, Breakfast Area, Dining Room, Office, Pantry, Master Bedroom, Walk-In Closet, Utility Room, In-Law Suite, Living Room, Powder, Patio Open
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 0
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Air Conditioning, Central
  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Equipment: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceiling(s), Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Storage Space, High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open to Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen, Walk-In Pantry
  • Kitchen Features: Counter Top, Open to Family Room, Remodeled, Pantry
  • Room Bathroom Features: Vanity area, Tile Counters, Remodeled, Shower in Tub
  • Bathroom Features: Double Shower, Double Vanity(s), Tile, Remodeled, Shower and Tub, Shower Over Tub, Powder Room
  • Bedroom Features: WalkInCloset, Master Bedroom, Master Suite
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Range Hood, Range, Oven, Microwave
  • Laundry: In Closet
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Nook, Dining Area, Living Room, Formal Dining Rm, Family Room, In Kitchen
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, In Living Room, In Family Room, In Kitchen
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Pool Description: Room For
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • Tennis: No
  • Tennis Court: None
  • Roof: Spanish Tile
  • Fence: Wrought Iron
  • Patio Features: Balcony, Patio Open, Tile
  • Entry Location: Main Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Construction: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Combination, Slab, Raised
  • Other Structural Features: Balcony, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Rain Gutters, Slab
  • Other Structures: None
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 07-14-2023

Property History for 254 Rees Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 30, 2026

Sold

CLAW #26640537

$3,700,000—
Jan 30, 2026

Sold

CRMLS #26640537

$3,700,000—
Jan 30, 2026

Pending

CLAW #26640537

—
Jan 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #26640537

$3,700,000—
Jan 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #26640537

$3,700,000—
Jan 23, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927302925

$3,700,000

+1.1% / yr

Aug 16, 2023

Sold

CLAW #23-290659

$3,600,000—
Aug 16, 2023

Sold

CRMLS #23290659

$3,600,000—
Aug 11, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516497137

$3,600,000

+4.3% / yr

Aug 8, 2023

Pending

CRMLS #23290659

—
Jul 17, 2023

Pending

CLAW #23-290659

—
Jul 17, 2023

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #23-290659

—
Jul 17, 2023

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #23290659

—
Jul 14, 2023

Listed (Active)

CLAW #23-290659

$3,495,000—
Jul 14, 2023

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #23290659

$3,495,000—
Jun 7, 2017

Sold

CRMLS #17221412

$2,761,750—
Jun 7, 2017

Sold

CLAW #17-221412

$2,761,750—
Apr 26, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #597295186

$2,762,000—
Apr 22, 2017

Pending

CLAW #17-221412

—
Apr 22, 2017

Pending

CRMLS #17221412

—
Apr 17, 2017

Listed (Active)

CLAW #17-221412

$2,799,000—
Apr 17, 2017

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #17221412

$2,799,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/30/2026

Sold

CLAW #26640537

$3,700,000
01/30/2026

Sold

CRMLS #26640537

$3,700,000
01/30/2026

Pending

CLAW #26640537

—
01/29/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #26640537

$3,700,000
01/29/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #26640537

$3,700,000
01/23/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927302925

$3,700,000

+1.1% / yr

08/16/2023

Sold

CLAW #23-290659

$3,600,000
08/16/2023

Sold

CRMLS #23290659

$3,600,000
08/11/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516497137

$3,600,000

+4.3% / yr

08/08/2023

Pending

CRMLS #23290659

—
07/17/2023

Pending

CLAW #23-290659

—
07/17/2023

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #23-290659

—
07/17/2023

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #23290659

—
07/14/2023

Listed (Active)

CLAW #23-290659

$3,495,000
07/14/2023

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #23290659

$3,495,000
06/07/2017

Sold

CRMLS #17221412

$2,761,750
06/07/2017

Sold

CLAW #17-221412

$2,761,750
04/26/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #597295186

$2,762,000
04/22/2017

Pending

CLAW #17-221412

—
04/22/2017

Pending

CRMLS #17221412

—
04/17/2017

Listed (Active)

CLAW #17-221412

$2,799,000
04/17/2017

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #17221412

$2,799,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 254 Rees Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,795,412Additions$876,588Total$3,672,000
Tax Record2025$44,101 ($3,675 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,146 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,146 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,438 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningLAR1CountyLOS ANGELESAPN4116-016-011

Schools near 254 Rees Street

This home is within Los Angeles Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Loyola Village Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Kentwood Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Paseo Del Rey Natural Science Magnet
Public - K to 5
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Loyola Village Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Kentwood Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Paseo Del Rey Natural Science Magnet
PublicK to 5

Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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