522 Marine Avenue
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Listing broker / agent: Compass · Lauren Forbes · 310-901-8512 · CRMLS
MLS # SB26192799 · Last checked Oct 24, 2026 12:41 UTC
About this property
Set on an oversized lot-and-a-half in Manhattan Beach’s historic Gas Lamp District, just five blocks from the beach, 522 Marine Avenue, affectionately known as “Marine Manor,” is an exceptional residence that seamlessly blends thoughtful renovations, distinctive architectural details, and modern functionality. Offering unexpected scale and versatility, the home features living spaces with easy indoor-outdoor flow. Framed by mature landscaping and a charming fenced front yard, the home opens to an inviting formal living room featuring a brick fireplace, wood-slatted ceilings, and French doors leading to the front patio. Beyond, the dining and kitchen spaces unfold beneath soaring wood-beamed vaulted ceilings. A built-in banquette and drink ledge complement the kitchen, anchored by a large center island with leathered granite countertops, custom cabinetry, European tile, stainless steel appliances, and a secondary sink. A staircase leads upward to the “Crow’s Nest,” a flexible lofted space with Ipe wood flooring, neighborhood views, and direct access to the rooftop terrace. Below, a dramatic great room with 11-ft ceilings features a floor-to-ceiling built-in and rolling ladder, a full bar with sink, refrigerator and dishwasher, and extensive storage, including approx 600 sqft of crawl-space storage. A custom laundry room, powder room, oversized two-car garage, and private ensuite bedroom with a recently renovated bathroom complete this level. Off the front living room, an additional bedroom features its own fireplace and wood-beamed ceiling, with a nearby full bathroom. Upstairs, the primary suite offers vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, multiple closets, French doors to the rooftop terrace, and a lapis-accented fireplace. The ensuite features dual vanities, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, skylight, and custom stained glass. A secondary ensuite bedroom also enjoys terrace access. The expansive rooftop terrace offers dining and lounging areas, an outdoor kitchen, hot tub, and panoramic mountain views on clear days. Hickory wood floors, multiple fireplaces, outdoor showers, tankless water heaters, and Cat 6 wiring further enhance the home’s distinctive character, convenience and comfort. Ideally located near Grand View Elementary School, Oak Park, local dog parks, and the beach, 522 Marine Avenue captures the best of Manhattan Beach’s coastal lifestyle.
Property details
- MLS number
- SB26192799
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 5 Baths
- Living area
- 3,232 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.1013 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1934
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 1
Building
- Year built
- 1934
- Year built source
- Other
- Architectural style
- Custom
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 3
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Brick, Cement Siding, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Roof
- Asphalt, Shingle
- Foundation
- Raised, Slab
- Condition
- Additions Alterations, Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 5
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 1
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Family Room, Game Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Loft, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Pantry
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Warming Drawer, Water Purifier, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Paneling Wainscoting, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Unfurnished, Wired For Data
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplaces, Natural Gas, See Remarks
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Electric, Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Accessibility features
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 3
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Concrete, Direct Access, Door Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Workshop In Garage
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- Above Ground, Private, Roof Top
- Patio / porch
- Brick, Concrete, Front Porch, Open, Patio
- Exterior features
- Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Garden, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Street Level
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Brick, Good Condition, Vinyl
- Property outlook
- Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Overhead Utilities
- Community features
- Biking, Dog Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Manhattan Unified
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grand View Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified · Manhattan Beach | K–5 | 0.2 mi |
| Pacific Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified · Manhattan Beach | K–5 | 0.5 mi |
| Opal Robinson Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified · Manhattan Beach | K–5 | 1.1 mi |
| Meadows Avenue Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified · Manhattan Beach | K–5 | 1.1 mi |
| Hermosa Vista (school website, opens in a new tab) Hermosa Beach City Elementary · Hermosa Beach | 2–4 | 1.4 mi |
| Manhattan Beach Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Manhattan Beach Unified · Manhattan Beach | 6–8 | 1.5 mi |
| Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach Unified · Manhattan Beach | K–5 | 1.5 mi |
| Mira Costa High Manhattan Beach Unified · Manhattan Beach | 9–12 | 1.7 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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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $5,300,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $5,300,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 22, 2026 18:19 | $5,300,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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