For sale · Active Under Contract (Backup)

1626 1st Street

Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

$6,699,000
Bedrooms & bathrooms5 Beds • 8 Baths
Living area5,179 Sq Ft
Lot size0.1724 acres
Property typeSingle Family Residence
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Listing broker / agent: Strand Hill Properties · Michael Rossi · 310-849-9601 · CRMLS

MLS # SB26133853 · Last checked Nov 14, 2026 19:54 UTC

About this property

Perched atop a private, sun-drenched knoll, this extraordinary 5,179 SF custom estate with massive 6 car garage, designed by acclaimed architect Louis Tomaro, embodies the pinnacle of sophisticated design and resort-style entertaining. With a coveted south-facing backyard, the home is filled with natural light while offering exceptional privacy amid mature landscaping. A dramatic floating wood-and-glass staircase blends contemporary elegance with cutting-edge functionality. At the heart of the home, a world-class chef’s kitchen is designed for both grand entertaining and everyday living. It features premium Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, a six-burner range with griddle, dual ovens, convection oven, warming drawers, multiple refrigerated drawers, wine storage, and a Scotsman ice maker. An oversized custom stone island, dual stainless-steel sinks, butler’s pantry, alkaline water filtration, and extensive custom cabinetry complete the space. Expansive La Cantina sliding glass walls create a seamless indoor-outdoor connection, opening to a breathtaking backyard retreat. The grounds showcase a glass-tiled saltwater pool and spa with water features, automated cover, and a custom underground equipment vault. Four automated StruXure pergolas provide comfort across multiple entertaining areas enhanced by integrated lighting, built-in speakers, gas fireplaces, electric heaters, a Lynx barbecue station, beverage refrigeration, fire pit, and a three-person infrared sauna. The primary suite features a fireplace, custom cabinetry, Sub-Zero mini fridge/freezer, and La Cantina doors opening to a serene private balcony. The spa-inspired bath includes a soaking tub, towel warmers, advanced shower controls, a high-volume steam system, and a four-head steam shower. The lower level is anchored by a fully equipped fitness center with professional-grade flooring including a gym bath with steam capability, storage, workbench, high-amp EV charging, commercial-grade security, home server infrastructure, and over 1,000 square feet of additional storage. The home offers three HVAC systems, a three-stop elevator, whole-home automation, integrated audio, whole-house water filtration, backup generator, and a secure concrete-and-steel safe room with vault door. A one of a kind home of exceptional craftsmanship, advanced technology, and unparalleled amenities, this remarkable estate delivers a lifestyle defined by privacy, luxury, and effortless California indoor-outdoor living.

Property details

MLS number
SB26133853
Status
Active Under Contract (Backup)
Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Beds / baths
5 Beds • 8 Baths
Living area
5,179 Sq Ft
Lot size
0.1724 acres
County
Los Angeles
Year built
2013
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Listing

Days on market
92

Building

Year built
2013
Year built source
Assessor
Architectural style
Modern
Building stories
3
Levels
Three Or More
Entry level
2
Construction
Concrete, Steel, Copper Plumbing
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Slab
Condition
Turnkey
Living area source
Assessor

Bathrooms

Full bathrooms
6
Half bathrooms
2

Rooms & interior

Main-level bedrooms
4
Main-level bathrooms
4
Rooms
Basement, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Sauna, Utility Room
Appliances
Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Barbecue, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Warming Drawer, Water Purifier, Dryer
Interior features
Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Block Walls, Cathedral Ceilings, Central Vacuum, Elevator, Furnished, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Intercom, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Partially Furnished, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Smart Home, Wired For Data, Bar, Wired For Sound
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Central, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Fireplace
Electric, Family Room, Gas Starter, Primary Bedroom, Outside
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Upper Level
Accessibility features
Accessible Elevator Installed

Exterior & parking

Total parking spaces
6
Garage spaces
6
Parking
Garage Faces Front, Oversized
Attached garage
Yes
Pool
Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Pool Cover, Private, Waterfall
Spa
Above Ground
Patio / porch
Covered, Open, Patio, Stone, Wrap Around
Exterior features
Barbecue, Rain Gutters
Lot features
Two To Five Units Acre, Back Yard, Rectangular Lot, Sprinkler System, Yard
Lot size source
Assessor
Fencing
Excellent Condition
Property outlook
City Lights

Utilities & community

Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community features
Curbs, Gutters, Street Lights, Sidewalks

Fees & lease terms

Association
No
Association fee
$0.00

Schools reported in the listing

Elementary school
Pennekamp
Middle / junior school
Manhattan Beach
High school
Mira Costa
High school district
Manhattan Unified

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Nearby public schools

Within 5 miles

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Nearby California public school locations, sorted by distance
School / districtGradesDistance
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified · Manhattan Beach K–5 0.3 mi
Mira Costa High Manhattan Beach Unified · Manhattan Beach 9–12 0.4 mi
Manhattan Beach Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Manhattan Beach Unified · Manhattan Beach 6–8 0.7 mi
Lincoln Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Redondo Beach Unified · Redondo Beach K–5 0.8 mi
Meadows Avenue Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified · Manhattan Beach K–5 0.8 mi
Hermosa View Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Hermosa Beach City Elementary · Hermosa Beach Not reported 0.8 mi
Birney Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Redondo Beach Unified · Redondo Beach K–5 0.8 mi
Madison Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Redondo Beach Unified · Redondo Beach K–5 1.0 mi

Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.

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Price and tax history

Asking price

Current asking price
$6,699,000
MLS-reported original asking price
$6,899,000
MLS-reported previous asking price
$6,899,000
MLS-reported last price change
2026-09-09 19:47 UTC
Asking prices observed by this listing service
Observed (UTC)Asking price
Oct 9, 2026 10:00$6,699,000

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Property taxes

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Market trends in Manhattan Beach

Active residential homes for sale in Manhattan Beach, CA, available through this website's authorized feed. Includes residential subtypes; excludes rentals. Not the entire market or a valuation of this property.

Available listings71Current authorized inventory
Median asking price$4,499,00071 listings with a valid price
Median asking price / sq ft$1,646.9261 listings with confirmed sq ft
Median days on market1671 listings with MLS-reported days

Observed price activity · past 30 days

Listings with a reduction13
Listings with an increase0

13 currently active listings have an observed price-change pair ending in this period. A listing can appear in both counts.

Calculated 2026-11-14 21:13 UTC. Source: this website's authorized MLS inventory. Import progress, freshness rules and coverage affect the figures. Medians exclude missing/invalid values; price per sq ft is the median of individual listing ratios. Price observations are limited to the last 24 per listing and may miss changes between refreshes. This is not a complete 30-day market report, historical inventory trend, appreciation measure, or sold-price analysis.

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