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1920 Highland, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

$5.25M3bd · 1ba · 1,234 sqft
Lot 3,604 sqft•Single Family Residence•
Active
•4d on market•MLS# SB-26231868

Property Description

A rare opportunity to own or build in Manhattan Beach’s coveted Sand Section, this oversized walkstreet corner property offers ocean views, original Spanish charm, and exceptional development potential. Offered for the first time in 40 years, 1920 Highland Avenue features a charming 1932 Spanish beach cottage on a lot measuring approximately 40 by 90 feet, with an additional 10 feet of walkstreet frontage. The property’s greatest value lies in its land, location, and future possibilities. Envision a custom ocean-view coastal residence or explore the potential to build two townhomes designed to capture ocean views and embrace indoor-outdoor beach living. The generous lot dimensions and corner setting provide an exciting canvas for new construction in one of the South Bay’s most desirable neighborhoods. The existing home offers three bedrooms, one bathroom, and approximately 1,232 square feet of living space. Original details include coved ceilings and wood floors throughout, complemented by beautiful ocean views from the living room and a partially remodeled kitchen. Ample parking includes a two-car garage and an on-site pad accommodating up to four additional vehicles. Just moments from the beach, downtown Manhattan Beach’s shops and restaurants, and award-winning schools, this exceptional walkstreet corner property offers a rare opportunity to create your own coastal vision.

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 1932

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1932
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Heating
Central
Cooling
None
View
Ocean
Flooring
Wood
City
Manhattan Beach
Zip Code
90266
County
Los Angeles
Listed byeXp Realty of California, Inc., Holly Messer

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$26,546.86
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$4,200,000
Total Interest
$5,356,869
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$9,556,869
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

1920 Highland, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Manhattan Beach · Single Family Residence

$5.25M
Luxury Tier
Beds
3
Baths
1
Sqft
1,234
Lot
3,604 sqft
Year
1932
$/Sqft
$4254
Pool: No✓
Spa: No✓
View: water✓
Garage: 2-car✓

Listed 10.5% above the median closed sale of $4,750,000. Price per sqft ($4,254) is a 90% premium to closed comps ($2,239). Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.

Price Position

Positioned above the market — commands a premium.

Premium
Subject listed at $5.25M· $4,254/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $4.75M
+$500K (+10.5%)
Active comps
vs active median $5.30M
−$50K (−0.9%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $3,094
+$1K (+37.5%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
121 28th StreetManhattan Beach1926228722,697$5,733$5.00M1477
228 10th StreetManhattan Beach1952441,7892,700$3,214$5.75M6570
232 30thManhattan Beach2015442,0391,356$2,442$4.98M7960
208 19th StreetManhattan Beach1957232,2932,695$2,442$5.60M1256
522 Marine AvenueManhattan Beach1934453,2324,411$1,640$5.30M1051
Total: 5 · Average3.23.62,0452,771.8$3,094.2$5.33M36
Median2,039$5.30M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
525 17thManhattan Beach195210/09/2026311,2266,327$4.90M$4.70M$3,8340.9611270
429 20th StreetManhattan Beach192409/14/2026331,7792,695$5.20M$4.75M$2,6700.9113265
436 27th StreetManhattan Beach201810/28/2026453,6072,402$6.15M$5.80M$1,6080.945453
657 27th StreetManhattan Beach202510/01/2026553,3604,800$5.85M$5.85M$1,7411.00050
721 12th StreetManhattan Beach200610/16/2026543,4872,987$4.50M$4.67M$1,3411.043749
Total: 5 · Average4.03.62,691.83,842.2$5.16M$5.16M$2,238.8—67
Median3,360$4.75M$4.75M

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

Days on Market

Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.