1,300 Sq. Ft.
$1,738 / Sq. Ft.
1,300
Sq. Ft.
$1,738
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This is an incredible opportunity to own a beautiful home in the exclusive sand section of Manhattan Beach! This 1940's beach cottage has been beautifully remodeled and re-imagined in 2010 to combine it's old world charm with modern day amenities and conveniences. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, updated energy efficient windows throughout, laundry area and a huge 300 sq ft attic space with pull down ladder! The kitchen shines with stainless steel appliances, Corian countertops, a...This is an incredible opportunity to own a beautiful home in the exclusive sand section of Manhattan Beach! This 1940's beach cottage has been beautifully remodeled and re-imagined in 2010 to combine it's old world charm with modern day amenities and conveniences. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, updated energy efficient windows throughout, laundry area and a huge 300 sq ft attic space with pull down ladder! The kitchen shines with stainless steel appliances, Corian countertops, a mosaic tile backsplash, a pantry area and a breakfast bar that opens to a spacious patio perfect for dining al fresco. The primary bedroom offers vaulted ceilings and a private balcony overlooking the iconic greenbelt, perfect for enjoying the serene greenery and tree-top views. The exquisitely remodeled bathrooms showcase elegant mosaic and hexagon tilework. Situated on an oversized corner lot, ocean breezes and natural light fill the entire home while the open floorplan strikes the perfect balance of indoor-outdoor flow. Don't miss the newly painted/sealed side yard perfect for BBQ's and a large 400 sq ft crawl space under the house for storage! An attached garage and extra parking spot make this A+++ location even more convenient, with the beach, pier, award winning schools, as well as all of the downtown shops and restaurants, all within walking distance. Available for the first time in over 40 years, don't let this one get away!
  1. Listed by Alexandra Gauss • DRE #01426014 • Brokerage DRE #00910321 • Strand Hill Properties

Property Details for 540 5th Place

Zoning
MNRS
Style
Cape Cod
Parcel Number
4180005013
Living Area
1300
Source Living Area
Owner
Area
Manhattan Beach Sand (142)
Lot Size Area
1452
Source Lot Size Area
Vendor Enhanced
LISTING UPDATED: 06/25/2025 11:16 PM

Property Details for 540 5th Place

StatusSold
MLS #25527693
Days on Market14
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2010
Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,452 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Strand Hill Properties, Alexandra Gauss, DRE #01426014

Sold By Strand Hill Properties, Kevin Pratt, DRE #01023090; Strand Hill Properties, Brigitte Pratt, DRE #01910418

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Building Information for 540 5th Place

Stories2Year Built2010Building Size-Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,452 SF

Payment Calculator

$11,689 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,015

Property Taxes

$674

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 540 5th Place

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Seller
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Tree Top, Green Belt
  • View: Park/Greenbelt
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: In Street
  • Water Heater Features: Tankless
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Probate: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Lease Option: false
  • Financing: Cash To New Loan
  • Disclosures: None
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Acreage: 0.0333
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1452
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 30x48
  • Source Lot Size Dimensions: Vendor Enhanced
  • Lot Features: Utilities - Overhead, Front Yard, Yard
  • Lot Description: Street Paved, Utilities - Overhead, Curbs, Fenced Yard, Single Lot, Front Yard, Fenced, Yard
  • Lot Location: Ocean Side Of Highway 1, Ocean Side of Freeway, Ocean Access, Beach Access, Alley Access, Greenbelt, Corner Lot, Park Nearby
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Garage Is Attached
  • Total Parking: 2
  • Garage Spaces Total: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Attic, Walk-In Closet
  • Rooms: Attic, Breakfast Bar, Patio Open, Dining Area, Walk-In Closet
  • Levels: Two
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace Rooms: None
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan, Barbeque, Built-Ins, Cable, Freezer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Garbage Disposal, Washer, Water Filter, Refrigerator, Range/Oven
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Remodeled Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Gourmet Kitchen, Remodeled
  • Room Bathroom Features: Remodeled
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled
  • Bedroom Features: WalkInCloset, Primary Bedroom, Primary Retreat, Main Floor Bedroom
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Cooktop - Gas, Free Standing Gas, Microwave, Oven-Gas, Range
  • Laundry: Laundry Area
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Area
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Patio Features: Deck(s), Patio Open
  • Windows: Custom Window Covering, Double Pane Windows
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structural Features: Balcony, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), French Doors
  • Other Structures: None
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 04-22-2025
  • Listing Terms: Cash To New Loan

Property History for 540 5th Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 7, 2026

Hold

CLAW #SB25240263MR

—
Jan 5, 2026

Hold

SDMLS #SB25240263

$2,399,000—
Dec 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SB25240263MR

$2,399,000—
Dec 24, 2025

Hold

CLAW #SB25240263MR

—
Nov 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SB25240263MR

$2,399,000—
Nov 8, 2025

Hold

CRMLS #SB25240263

—
Oct 16, 2025

Hold

CLAW #SB25240263MR

—
Oct 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #SB25240263

$2,399,000—
Oct 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SB25240263MR

$2,399,000—
Oct 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #SB25240263

$2,399,000—
Jun 25, 2025

Sold

CLAW #25527693

$2,260,000—
Jun 25, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #25527693

$2,260,000—
May 15, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902102457

$2,250,000—
May 6, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #25527693

—
May 6, 2025

Pending

CLAW #25527693

—
May 6, 2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #25527693

—
May 6, 2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #25527693

—
Apr 22, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #SB24242069

$2,439,000—
Apr 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25527693

$2,299,000—
Apr 22, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #SB24242069MR

—
Apr 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25527693

$2,299,000—
Apr 14, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

SDMLS #SB24242069

$2,439,000—
Mar 10, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,439,000—
Mar 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,750,000—
Feb 20, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,549,000—
Feb 3, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,599,000—
Jan 6, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,649,000—
Dec 30, 2024

Hold

CRMLS #SB24242069

—
Dec 2, 2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #SB24242069

$2,750,000—
Dec 2, 2024

Hold

CLAW #SB24242069MR

—
Dec 2, 2024

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #SB24242069

$2,750,000—
Dec 2, 2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,750,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/07/2026

Hold

CLAW #SB25240263MR

—
01/05/2026

Hold

SDMLS #SB25240263

$2,399,000
12/26/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SB25240263MR

$2,399,000
12/24/2025

Hold

CLAW #SB25240263MR

—
11/11/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SB25240263MR

$2,399,000
11/08/2025

Hold

CRMLS #SB25240263

—
10/16/2025

Hold

CLAW #SB25240263MR

—
10/16/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #SB25240263

$2,399,000
10/16/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SB25240263MR

$2,399,000
10/16/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #SB25240263

$2,399,000
06/25/2025

Sold

CLAW #25527693

$2,260,000
06/25/2025

Sold

CRMLS #25527693

$2,260,000
05/15/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902102457

$2,250,000
05/06/2025

Pending

CRMLS #25527693

—
05/06/2025

Pending

CLAW #25527693

—
05/06/2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #25527693

—
05/06/2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #25527693

—
04/22/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #SB24242069

$2,439,000
04/22/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25527693

$2,299,000
04/22/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #SB24242069MR

—
04/22/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25527693

$2,299,000
04/14/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

SDMLS #SB24242069

$2,439,000
03/10/2025

Price Change

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,439,000
03/10/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,750,000
02/20/2025

Price Change

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,549,000
02/03/2025

Price Change

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,599,000
01/06/2025

Price Change

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,649,000
12/30/2024

Hold

CRMLS #SB24242069

—
12/02/2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #SB24242069

$2,750,000
12/02/2024

Hold

CLAW #SB24242069MR

—
12/02/2024

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #SB24242069

$2,750,000
12/02/2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SB24242069MR

$2,750,000

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

Public Records for 540 5th Place

Taxable ValueLand$510,951Additions$178,487Total$689,438
Tax Record2025$8,092 ($674 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,232 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,232 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,452 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941ZoningMNRSCountyLOS ANGELESAPN4180-005-013

Schools near 540 5th Place

This home is within Manhattan Beach Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Opal Robinson Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Manhattan Beach Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mira Costa High School
Public9 to 12

American Martyrs School
PrivateK 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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