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Extraordinary Custom-Built   December 17, 2010

Beachfront Mediterranean  
on Prime Corner Lot  
in Hermosa Beach
Offered by  
Raju Chabbria,  
Shorewood  
Realtors
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 No other RE/MAX agent
has sold more real estate
in the three Beach Cities
combined!

Robert Freedman
310-291-7779

Impeccably Remodeled Townhome

617 Crest Manhattan Beach
This showpiece Townhome has undergone a total transformation of style
to a contemporary beach house, utilizing the open floor plan to create an
entertainer’s ocean view paradise.
• Nearly 2,300 square feet of living space, and 2-car garage
• 3 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, including a large master suite with steam
#1 at RE/MAX shower, spa tub, and custom walk-in closet
Manhattan Beach for • Brand new upper level is light, bright and airy, with a center island
over 25 years running
design that is perfect for large gatherings
• Spacious ocean view deck
• Ideal location just 3 blocks to the beach, downtown (South of Pier)
Specially Priced at $2,095,122
www.LetFreedmanRing.com See all the listings at LetFreedmanRing.com
 Wine cellar! Theatre/media room!
Artist’s studio! Library!

Incredible Home-on-the-Hill Has It All!

230 Anderson, Manhattan Beach
Perched upon one of the highest points of the prestigious
Manhattan Beach Hill Section, this amazing home was built to
the highest of standards with the finest finishes.
• 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths including sound insulated master
suite and separate nanny/maid quarters (Tremendous
flexibility on future layout – call for details on
configurations to add bedrooms & baths.)
• Formal dining room and casual dining area
• Panoramic ocean view decks
• Private main floor theatre / media room
• Library with custom crafted book shelves
Hill Section Family Home
• Full artist studio, gym, and wine cellar
952 11th Street Manhattan Beach
• Mechanical work shop currently used for collectible
Gorgeous Spanish Revival style home by Sexton Homes customized by motorcycle restoration, and separate woodworking shop
current owner during construction, sits on a 50' x 150' lot and offers a
stunning one-of-a-kind floor plan with dramatic interior space. • Private 2nd floor lanai with fireplace, barbecue,
refrigerator, sink and dining table overlooking the
• Nearly 5,100 sq.ft. of living space, with a soaring 2-story living room beautifully landscaped backyard
• 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 3-car attached garage
Offered at $5,495,000
• Additional upstairs family room (could be 6th bedroom)
• Magnificent master suite with south-facing lounging deck, and www.230Anderson.com
opulent master bath with steam shower
• Built in 2004 but looks brand new – REALLY!
Offered at $2,495,122
See all the listings at LetFreedmanRing.com
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 1537 Via Zurita
Palos Verdes Estates
• Monte Malaga beauty
• Ocean view
• Spectacular architecture
• Palos Verdes Art Center Design Tour Home
• 6 bedrooms and 5.5 baths
• 5,451 square foot home
• Beautifully updated, meticulously maintained
• Travertine floors, custom drapes, gourmet kitchen,
atrium entry, spiral staircase and coffered ceilings
• Pool, jacuzzi, sauna and BBQ
• Ocean view terrace
• Master bedroom suite with ocean view balcony and
sitting area/office

Offered at $3,295,000
www.PalosVerdesLiving.com

Maureen Megowan Take a seat.

I’ll do the rest.
310.541.6416
Web blog:
PVAgent.com
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 south bay
palos verdes office
310.698.4545
manhattan beach office
310.379.2167

Publisher’s Muse Explore. Dream. Discover. 10

Feature Profile 15
Shade Hotel owner and restaurateur Mike Zislis
ON THE COVER
On The Cover Extraordinary beachfront Mediterranean 6
in Hermosa Beach. Cover photograph by Paul Jonason

Home of the Week 28, 29

Remarkable ranch style home in Palos Verdes

Spaces These are a few of my favorite things 34

Just Blocks from Downtown Hermosa Beach & Pier
Movers & Shakers New PV Association of Realtors 30
Prime west-facing corner beachfront location with custom built Mediterranean home
President Sandra Sanders
designed by Architect Louie Tomaro. Enjoy extraordinary panoramic, white water, ocean
views. Your front yard is right on the beach on a prime corner lot. Watch the sunrise and
set from your master bedroom balcony or any of the 5 balconies, roof top deck, the large Search for MLS for homes, check open houses, & research  
wrap around patio, or from the great room and or gourmet kitchen while you prepare your the local real estate market at www.SouthBayDigs.com
meals. Cooks will love the granite countertops and top-of-the-line appliances. Spread out in Check out our Interactive Digital Editions  
this spacious home with a family room and game room. Additional features include 2-car
at www.SouthBayDigs.com
garage and 2 extra guest parking spaces, fountain, laundry room and elevator. Great outdoor
entertaining with a built-in BBQ and wet bar.
Social Media Channels:
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Take your pick in Manhattan Publisher Warren J Dow

Beach Sand Section!

Creative Director LeeAnn Nelson
Contributing Photographer Paul Jonason
Contributing Writers
Pamela Corante-Hansen, editorial@southbaydigs.com
473 29th Street • $2,499,000 Amanda Coscina, spaces@southbaydigs.com
Best Deal in the Sand! South Bay Digs, 2554 Via Tejon, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Office: 310-373-0142 • Fax: 310-373-3493 • www.SouthBayDigs.com • Twitter: @SouthBayDigs
Virtual Tour @ www.473-29th-street.com South Bay Digs magazine is published every other Friday by m3 Media, LLC. Reproduction in any form or by any means is strictly prohibited
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It’s About You. Gary E. LaTourette

424 Marine Avenue • $1,599,000 As a former teacher, I understand the
Real Estate Consultant
Turnkey • Better than New importance of being a trusted advisor DRE#01424026
Virtual Tour @ www.424MarineAve.info and knowledgeable resource for the
62 Malaga Cove Plaza
community. My consultative approach to Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
real estate is results-oriented with a laser
focus on realizing your objectives. Cell: 310.503.7408
Steve Santos I’m committed to earning your business. Office: 310.378.9494
310.488.4924
Fax: 310.373.3427
SteveS@Shorewood.com
SteveSantosProperties.com
GaryLt@pvexecs.com
A 32-Year Resident of Manhattan Beach
REAL ESTATE CONSULTANT Search the MLS at GaryLt.com
DRE# 01440129

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OceanfrOnt!
• 83’-foot wide lot • Panoramic views
• 2.5 Lots right on the water • 10 Units
One of the largest Oceanfront lots available in Southern California.
You could build six townhomes or a single, Landmark Estate!

10,454-foot Strand lot, South of the Pier

Four buildings with balconies or decks
Huge lot offers 12-car parking
Long-term or summer/vacation rentals

302–306 S. tHe StranD,

OceanSIDe
PrIceD tO SeLL $3,500,000
This is a unique opportunity at an affordable price.
Properties like this rarely come on the market!

Jonathan Coleman
“The Strand Specialist”
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 Another “hot ProPerty”

One of a kind home with amazing views

2404 Alma, Manhattan Beach

SAnd Section
3 Beds | 3 Baths | 2860 Sqft
$1,699,000
Prepare to be impressed with this
fabulous home in Manhattan Beach
Sand Section — very bright and light
with spectacular ocean views.

Features include:
Entertainment / video / game / room
(could be 4th bedroom)
Large master suite
Secluded upper level living space
Hardwood floors
Three fireplaces
Private patio
Floating stairwell
Fabulous location: Walking distance
to beach, downtown Manhattan,
Northend Manhattan, parks,
restaurants & shops

www.2404Alma.com

Patty Haught
dre: 00715930
“hot ProPerties”
310•989•1177 patriciahaught@earthlink.net

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 Community. Strength. Independence.
Shorewood Realtors is one of the top five largest
real estate firms in Los Angeles County and in
the top 58 nationally.

We are the South Bay’s oldest and largest independently

owned real estate firm, with humble beginnings in 1969
to today having seven offices and more than 350 realtors
serving the beach cities.

Our highly-trained real estate agents will make

your home sale or purchase a seamless, trouble-free
transaction— this is how we define our success.

Experience the difference.

h e r m o s a b e a c h 950 Artesia Blvd. 310.376.8871

h e r m o s a b e a c h 986 Artesia Blvd. 310.406.2020

e l s e g u n d o 431 Main St. 310.322.4900

m a n h a t t a n b e a c h 917 Manhattan Beach Blvd. 310.545.8401

m a n h a t t a n b e a c h 3300 Highland Ave. 310.546.7561

p a l o s v e r d e s e s t a t e s 16 Malaga Cove 310.698.1555

r e d o n d o b e a c h 1009 Torrance Blvd. 310.316.8464

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 Selling the Manhattan Beach Lifestyle
Explore.

publisher’s muse
132 20th Street • Manhattan Beach
$3,599,000 • www.132-20thst.com
Dream.
1605 Pine Avenue • Manhattan Beach
$855,000 Discover.
A s we approach the end of 2010, it’s a great time to explore,
dream, and discover new possibilities for the New Year.
Economically speaking, it’s been a very challenging last
couple of years, especially in the real estate sector. At the end
of the 3rd quarter of this year, 32% of California mortgages
are in a negative equity position, according to CoreLogic.
Every since we launched South Bay Digs in October of this
year, I’ve been asking local realtors and brokers the same
question—“how’s business.” As you might expect, the answers
are all over the board…
“I’ve been doing this for 37 years…worst year ever.”
“Just another day in real estate.”
Kevin Pratt “Great. I’m having my best year ever.”

310.738.2348 “Lately, it seems like this is a volunteer business!”

kpratt@shorewood.com • www.KevinBPratt.com Here are some interesting 2010 real estate
“Twenty years from statistics for the South Bay Beach Cities,
20th Year at Shorewood
now you will be Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo
more disappointed Beach, and the Palos Verdes Peninsula:
by the things that • A total of 2 Homes (SFR) sold for
you didn’t do than $7,000,000 or higher
533 24th Street by the ones you • A total of 5 Homes (SFR) sold for
$5,000,000 or higher
Manhattan Beach did do. So throw
off the bowlines. • A total of 163 Homes (SFR) sold for
$1,095,000 $2,000,000 or higher
Sail away from the
safe harbor. Catch • The highest selling price for a home
2640 Hermosa Avenue #5 (SFR) was $7,500,000
the trade winds in
Hermosa Beach your sails. Explore.
• Total of 1432 Homes (SFR) sold with a
$650,000 total valuation of $1,634,857,247
Dream. Discover.”
• The average selling price for all homes
—Mark Twain
sold was $1,233,855
Visit my website This issue’s cover home offered by Raju
for virtual tours! Chhabria is an amazing waterfront estate on a corner lot
in Hermosa Beach. Don’t miss our feature profile on local
restaurateur and Shade Hotel owner, Mike Zislis.
Last, but not least, we want to sincerely thank all of our
advertisers, readers and supporters for helping us get started
in a tough economy—we could not have done it without you!
Look for many new and innovative things from South Bay
Digs in 2011!
Enjoy—

CFE Member Warren J Dow, Publisher

wdow@southbaydigs.com
SELLING HOMES IN THE SOUTH BAY SINCE 1985 310-373-0142

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 spectacular queens necklace & Ocean Views
4 Bed | 5 Bath | 5100 sqft | 14,150 sqft lOt
Breathtaking Louie Tomaro designed estate with spectacular ocean,
whitewater, coastline, city, and mountain views—an entertainer’s
dream! Attention to detail at every turn, absolutely exquisite
Malaga Cove estate.
2005 Paseo del sol, Palos Verdes estates 90274 $4,900,000

hermosa Beach strand

4 Bed | 3 Baths | 2664 sqft | OCean frOnt | 4 Car GaraGe
Options abound in this ocean front property with the ultimate
flexibility. Keep as legal duplex, home + income, vacation home
+ income or build your ultimate oceanfront dream home on
the Strand.
1534 the strand, hermosa Beach 90254 $4,799,000

Chris Plank
Shorewood Realtors
Cell 310-849-1530
Office 310-546-7561 x443
Email: ChrisPlank@aol.com www.ChrisPlankHomes.com
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the results
herMoSa Beach • 90254
Median For Sale vs. Median Sold
Nov-09 vs. Nov-10: The median price of for sale properties is down 2% and the median price of sold properties is up 22%

are in…
 
How fast did your home sell in 2010?
Average Days on Market…
n Beach Cities listings sold took an average
of 79 days on market.

✓ Ed’s Beach Cities listings sold

Nov-09 vs. Nov-10 Nov-09 vs. Nov-10
Nov-09 Nov-10 Change % Nov-09 Nov-10 Change %
1,329,000 1,299,000 -30,000 -2% 1,150,000 1,397,500 247,500 +22%

in an average of only 27 days.

Ed’s listings sold 65% faster in 2010… Manhattan Beach • 90266
Median For Sale vs. Median Sold
now that’s performance! Nov-09 vs. Nov-10: The median price of for sale properties is down 8% and the median price of sold properties is down 1%

How much money did you give up

selling your home in 2010?
Sold price versus list price…
n Beach Cities average Sold price versus
List price was 7% below original List price.

✓ Ed’s Beach Cities listings Sold price versus List

price was 2% below original List price. Nov-09
Nov-09 vs. Nov-10
Nov-10 Change % Nov-09
Nov-09 vs. Nov-10
Nov-10 Change %
1,784,500 1,650,000 -134,500 -8% 1,285,000 1,275,000 -10,000 -1%

Ed’s Beach Cities listings received 5% more on

average – that’s $50,000 additional value per PaLoS verdeS eStateS • 90274
$1,000,000 sold! Median For Sale vs. Median Sold
Nov-09 vs. Nov-10: The median price of for sale properties is down 2% and the median price of sold properties is down 7%

for a Listing Performance

advantage in 2011…
List with Ed!
call ed Kaminsky direct at
310-427-2414 Nov-09 vs. Nov-10 Nov-09 vs. Nov-10

for an appointment Nov-09

1,789,500
Nov-10
1,759,000
Change
-30,500
%
-2%
Nov-09
1,185,000
Nov-10
1,099,000
Change
-86,000
%
-7%

Clarus MarketMetrics—Information not guaranteed. 2009–2010 Terradatum and its suppliers

and licensors (www.terradatum.com/about/licensors..td
310.798.1277 x 214
Email: EK@ItzSold.com n www.ItzSold.com
Search more homes now with our exclusive MLS Pass!
EdsMLSAccess.com

rancho PaLoS verdeS • 90275

Median For Sale vs. Median Sold
Nov-09 vs. Nov-10: The median price of for sale properties is down 3% and the median price of sold properties is down 4%

Nov-09 vs. Nov-10 Nov-09 vs. Nov-10

Nov-09 Nov-10 Change % Nov-09 Nov-10 Change %
1,295,000 1,258,750 -36,250 -3% 850,000 820,000 -30,000 -4%

redondo Beach • 90277

Median For Sale vs. Median Sold
Nov-09 vs. Nov-10: The median price of for sale properties is up 6% and the median price of sold properties is down 4%

Live in the heart of South redondo Beach

Nov-09 vs. Nov-10 Nov-09 vs. Nov-10
1 bedroom OCEAN VIEW condo now available!
Nov-09
1,025,000
Nov-10
1,089,500
Change
64,500
%
+6%
Nov-09
825,000
Nov-10
791,000
Change
-34,000
%
-4% • Ocean side of Catalina Ave
• Brand new flooring throughout!
redondo Beach • 90278 • Great Community Amenities Only $375,000
Median For Sale vs. Median Sold

Charities and Organizations Supported in 2010

Nov-09 vs. Nov-10: The median price of for sale properties is down 1% and the median price of sold properties is down 4%

by the Ed Kaminsky Real Estate Team

The Kings Care Foundation Washington Elementary School in
The Los Angeles Clippers Foundation Compton
The Jordan Farmar Foundation Kim Blankinship Memorial Scholarship
Pacific School PTA in Manhattan Beach Manhattan Beach Youth Athletics
Beryl Heights Elementary School in The Sandpipers Holiday Basket Program
Redondo Beach Echoes of Hope
Jefferson Elementary School in Lennox
In addition, Ed Kaminsky personally donated Lakers, Kings and Clippers tickets to various
local children, so that they could experience their first professional sporting events.
Nov-09 vs. Nov-10 Nov-09 vs. Nov-10 Ed also coordinated with the family of a very special, visually impaired child so that he
Nov-09
694,000
Nov-10
687,000
Change
-7,000
%
-1%
Nov-09
665,000
Nov-10
640,000
Change
-25,000
%
-4%
could enjoy an evening with the Lakers as a VIP guest of Jordan Farmar.
 Turning Opportunities into
SOLD IN 12 DAYS
…with multiple offers!
RESulTS!
Here is a unique opportunity to own
a property with two separate homes
in the SAND SECTION of Manhattan Beach
2 separate homes on a huge 40’ x 90’
◆
street to alley RM lot
Beach cottage has 2 bedrooms and
◆
2 bathrooms with 1,414 sq.ft.
Back house is a 1,268 sq. ft. loft
◆

2 car garage and 2 carports

◆

Only 4 blocks to ocean sand and surf

◆

Great starter home for a family:

◆
located only1 block from renowned
Grandview Elementary School
Walk to restaurants shops and
◆
downtown Manhattan Beach
Builders and developers—
◆
this is a dream lot: large and flat!

Rachel Ezra
Broker Associate
Dream it… See it… Achieve it! Where the Beach is your home.
Direct 310.400.0297
Office: 310.546.7561 x407
Fax: 310.546.6097
Rachel@RachelEzra.com • www.RachelEzra.com
3300 Highland Ave. Manhattan Beach

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Made in the Shade: Hospitality, South Bay Style
By Pamela Corante-Hansen
I t’s a backpacker’s fantasy: You’ve just landed in a foreign country and
you’re at a bank exchanging money. You ask the teller where you and
your two buddies could get a decent room for the night, stressing that
you’re on a budget. A bank customer who happens to be a hotel owner
overhears your conversation. He hands you his business card and says, “I’ve
got a room for you, and I’ll even comp the valet parking.” When he tells you
the cost of the room and the name of the hotel, the bank teller reacts with
shock. This world-class hotel’s rooms start at more than double what you
were just quoted.
This is no fantasy. It’s how Shade Hotel owner Mike Zislis recently
welcomed three Australian backpackers to Manhattan Beach. Zislis also
welcomed South Bay Digs to Shade’s Zinc Lounge, where he shared his
business philosophy, career advice and a bite of his ridiculously tender
steak lunch.
What are you eating?
Steak frites. It’s just one of my favorite things: A bistro steak that reminds me
of a nice warm day in Paris with a glass of rosé, but I have a meeting with the
city after this, so I’m passing on the rosé.
Tell me a little bit about the best hotel stay you’ve ever had.
It was a chateau – the Perrier Jouet Chateau in France. That was the best
place I ever stayed. The thing I liked the most is they had in-room espresso
machines and I can’t start the day without my caffeine fix. To be able to make
a big fresh espresso before I got out of the room was incredible. I think I was
the first guy ever to put espresso machines in all of his rooms.
What inspired you to get into the hotel business?
I’m actually in the restaurant business. I started in the brewery business. I
opened the Manhattan Beach Brewery about 20 years ago. Several years back,
I was trying to get a license for my Mucho Mexican restaurant in the Metlox
www.SouthBayDigs.com
The Ultra Hip Zinc Lounge at
Shade Hotel and Shade Hotel
owner Mike Zislis (right)
development. The city passed on the restaurant, but I asked what was going
on with the proposed hotel site and it turned out nobody wanted to do it. The
lot was too small; it didn’t make financial sense. But I thouwght if it was a
really hip hotel, with great food and a great event space, you could make this
thing work. The first year I opened I made the Condé Nast Top 100 Hotels list.
I book about 25 weddings a year here, and we average 91 percent occupancy.
It works for everyone. And the nighttime scene is quite nice.
I’ve been to your bar. You have a great wine list.
Thank you. I’m a big wine guy. I was actually married on the Quintessa
Vineyard in Napa.
In terms of boutique hotels, what trends are you seeing?
I’d like to say I’m seeing trends, but the reason Shade is different is I don’t
look at other hotels. I stay at a lot of hotels, and I do like boutique hotels.
I was in Split, Croatia and I stayed in a cool little new hotel, then in Zadar
[Croatia] I stayed in this hip place. I look for 30-room-or-less hotels, but I
don’t look to them for inspiration. I’m more of a hospitality guy, so my rooms
have to be fun. I just had an Australian guest who couldn’t believe he could
get draft beer in his room. To me it’s a cool thing to have draft beer and a
blender in your room. You can change the lights in all the rooms here, so if
you want your room blue, you turn a dial and make it blue. It’s like an enter-
tainment center—martini shakers, all the mixers for mojitos and martinis in
the mini bar, little bottles of olives. It’s all about fun.
For a lot of people, the destination is the highlight of the trip and the
hotel is incidental. How do you make your hotel memorable to travelers?
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 1608 Via Fernandez
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■ 70,000 sq.ft. gated lot
■ 9 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms
■ Partially furnished
■ Pool Jacuzzi, tennis court,
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■ 6-car garage, plus 10 additional
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Shade continued from page 15
We live in a beautiful place, and for first-time visitors, there’s so much here.
First of all, I have a great staff. Manhattan Beach is a dream city. For $50
more than [what you would pay] across Sepulveda, here you can get on a
bike, ride down to the beach and live the Manhattan Beach experience. So on
[visitors’] off time, they can be residents of Manhattan Beach, and that’s the
best residency in the world. I have a motto I use with my staff: If people want
sleeves with their vest, we’ll give it to them. I had a celebrity stay here the
other day and they wanted Pink Floyd tickets. So I called someone I know and
got them tickets, backstage passes, a gift basket with t-shirts and dinner at
Rock’N Fish at LA Live. People say, why did you do that? Well, I bumped into
you, you had a need and I filled it. That’s the stuff we do that’s different.
How do you find time for your family and for yourself?
I have a really good staff who make me look really good. I try not to leave
the house before 9 a.m. I’ll have breakfast with my kids and drop them off at
school. I tend to come home every day after school and stay until about 6:30,
which is bath time. At bath time, I leave. I’m home by about 9:30. It’s really
a good life. I used to be so involved in restaurants that I’d work all weekend
long, but because I have kids now, I take Saturdays and Sundays off.
So how do you spend a typical weekend?
It depends on the time of year, but typical would be USC football on Satur-
days. I try to go to every game. Not that I want to brag about that this year. I
have a really nice garden at home and I grow a lot of vegetables. My wife’s
big into the environmental task force in Manhattan Beach, so everything we
do is organic. I like to go to the great restaurants on Sunday nights. I try not
to go on Saturdays because it’s too busy. For me personally, I work in a busy
restaurant, so I don’t want to go to a busy restaurant.
Manhattan Beach luxury
ocean view beach home
for lease…
Fit for a celebrity…comes nicely furnished or can be unfurnished. The contem-
porary finishes will dazzle & delight you as will the staggering ocean views. For
those who required exclusivity, this home is matchless and is a bargain compared
to local high end hotels. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3000 (+/-) sqft, magnificent
eat-in kitchen, formal dining, stunning architecture fronting a “walk street.”
Relax on the top floor deck with panoramic views or enjoy the entertainment
room just inside. Enjoy garage parking for up to 3 cars, with the beach a mere
block away, and walking distance to downtown restaurants and shops.
Offered at $15,000/month
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Matthew Adamo
310-318-8931 • Cell 310-880-8628
www.matthewadamo.com
Over 20 years experience
serving the Beach Cities
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Get in the spirit at ROCK’N FISH Restaurant in Manhattan Beach
What can you tell us about the hotel you’re planning in Redondo Beach?
It’s going to be called Shade Redondo Beach. It’ll be somewhere around 45-
50 rooms, a bit bigger than this Shade. It’s all ocean views. I’ll correct a few
of the mistakes that were made here at Shade. When I built [the Manhattan
Beach] Shade, the floor plan had been designed 10 years earlier. I was able
to embellish with patios, glass and waterfalls, but I wasn’t able to change the
structure or how it was loaded. In Redondo, I’m starting on a clean slate of
property—the old Red Onion site. I’ve been able to take the rooms and pool
and offices and keep them in one building. Zinc Lounge, the Skydeck and the
events facility are in a separate building, so the noise doesn’t transfer like it
does here. We’re trying for LEED platinum certification. On Earth Day of next
year we start our deconstruction and in June we start building. We have a
target opening date of November 18. I open everything on November 18.
Why is that?
It’s the day I met my wife. It’s the day I got married. It’s really my day. Rock’N
Fish opened on the 18th. Shade opened on the 18th. Mucho opened on the
18th. I do everything on November 18. There was some pushback in Redondo
Beach about the hotel and I had to get involved in a proposition, which
delayed me about a year. I’m still going to try to open in 2013. But it might be
November 2014.
Workshop or wine room? Garden.
Home gym or home theater? Office.
Smart phone or ipad? ipad, iphone, icomputer. All of the above.
Cat or dog? Cat. She’s an Abyssinian. Her name is Roux, like in cooking,
because she’s that color of a roux.
I don’t run into many cat people these days.
I like dogs, but dogs are a lot of work. They’re as much work as children. You
tend to see people that have children migrate into dogs when their kids are
getting older—it’s not so intense. We have a three-year-old and a one-year-
old, so we’re not ready for a high-maintenance dog right now.
Any last thoughts before you head out to your meeting?
I love what I do. I love going to work every day. I can’t wait to start my day
every morning. I can’t wait to read the numbers from all the businesses, I
can’t wait to come in and talk to guests. I speak a lot at colleges. I’ll tell the
students, find a job you love and you’ll never feel like it’s work. I tell my two
college-age kids from a previous marriage that I didn’t know what I wanted
to do when I was 18. Get the degree so you have it, and figure it all out later.
You’ll find it, and when you find it, embrace it.
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A classic one level Spanish Hacienda home created by a talented team of

builder’s and artisan’s for proud owners. It captivates indoor & outdoor living at
its best. Located on the bluffs off Paseo Del Mar across from parkland, unob-
structable ocean views, 19,780 sq. ft of flat usable land, living sq. ft of 3,672, a
total of 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3 car garage. Beautifully landscaped with large
trellis-covered patio, a grassy backyard that features a
spa, fire pit, BBQ, water fountain plus sports court, 4th
Bedroom/Guest House with private bath and partial
ocean view. Completely rebuilt in 2004, Architecture by
Don W. Thursby, Landscaping by Jacqueline Ignon and
Interior Design by Wendy Duston.

2104 Paseo Del Mar  paloS vERDES EStatES  $3,500,000

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The Best on The Strand is Here!

This luxurious custom built contemporary beach front
home unlike no other home on The Strand is designed
by Louie Tomaro. Features a Vantage lighting system
and is wired for Creston automation system for fully
integrated intelligent control over lighting, comfort,
entertainment and security. A chef’s dream kitchen
with a Thermador range with double oven, microwave
and warming drawer, Fisher & Paykel double tall
dishwasher, Subzero built in refrigerator with freezer
drawers. Light, bright and airy with floor to ceiling
windows that illuminate the entire home with natural
light. Perfect for indoor and outdoor entertaining with
formal living room, family room, formal dining, the-
atre room, game room, wine cellar and large rooftop
deck. One-of-a-kind finishes and custom appoint-
ments throughout! Stunning
panoramic sand, white water
and Pacific Ocean Views.

Lease for $20,000/month

with option to buy.

2634 the stRanD  heRmosa Beach

MORE THAN $2 BILLION IN LIFETIME SALES

 Rare Opportunity to Build a Dream Home!
One acre lot with spectacular unobstructed panoramic ocean views, located on the border of Palos Verdes Estates and Rancho Palos Verdes. Concep-
tual plans available to build a magnificent 11,000 sq. ft. one-of-a-kind Italian Villa overlooking the majestic Pacific Ocean.

3334 PaLos VeRDes DR. West  Rancho PaLos VeRDes  $2,999,000

Panoramic Ocean and Catalina Views

Elegant and sophisticated home located in Oceanfront Estates boasting over $1M in upgrades! Featuring an open entry leading to the living room;
gourmet kitchen with spacious dining area and butler’s pantry; an art studio and a master suite complete with balconies and luxurious master bath.
Double spiral staircases lead downstairs to a large family room with wet bar and 4 bedroom suites, each with French doors leading to the manicured
grounds outside, salt water pool and spa, outdoor BBQ and expansive lawn with numerous fruit trees.

53 Paseo De La Luz  Rancho PaLos VeRDes  $4,490,000

Ocean Views from Every Room

This original “model” estate, with over $2.3M in upgrades, offers 6 bedrooms and 6½ bathrooms in 8,337 sq.ft. of luxurious living space with the most
breath-taking panoramic ocean views. Featuring a grand entry with a double staircase and Onyx inlay floors; gourmet kitchen with mosaic counter-
tops, top-of-the-line Viking appliances and center island opening out to the family room with a fireplace, built-in entertainment center and full bar.
The elegant formal dining room seats 14, and along with the living room, opens out to the spacious backyard and infinity pool, spa, fountain, flat grass
areas, including a putting green. The master retreat hosts a fireplace, huge walk-in closets and a large balcony. In addition, there is a library, office/
study, elevator and home theater and all major rooms boast panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean! With exquisite finishings throughout including
custom crown moulding, designer window coverings and custom cabinetry—all on a 32,770 sq. ft., professionally landscaped lot with a 4-car garage.
11 Via DeL cieLo  Rancho PaLos VeRDes  $7,900,000

Find your Zen in this Secluded Haven

This magnificent 6,450sq.ft. Mediterranean home located in Oceanfront Estates, boasts the most breathtaking panoramic ocean views enjoyed from
almost every room. With 5 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms—including a separate casita—this home exemplifies tranquility at its best, surrounded by private
patios, outside fireplaces, numerous fountains, gardens, infinity pool and spa with solar heat system, outside bar and fireplace, manicured grounds
and lawns. Patio entrance, formal living and dining rooms, office and kitchen with a center island, granite countertops, Viking appliances and French
doors leading out to 420sq.ft. loggia. A second family room downstairs hosts a full bar and direct access to the spectacular backyard. Luxurious details
throughout including 6 fireplaces, walnut floors, custom cabinetry, coiffure ceilings and solid wood crown mouldings. The home has a private driveway,
4-car garage and approved plans to add a 420sq.ft. media room—all on a 27,081sq.ft. lot.

33 Via DeL cieLo  Rancho PaLos VeRDes  $4,999,000

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Entertainer’s Dream Home High in the Sky

Situated on the very top of Crownview Drive this home offers panoramic, unobstructed ocean and city light views from Malibu all the way to the
Harbor. Boasting 7,587 sq.ft on a 34,950 sq ft. lot with 7 bedrooms and 7.5 baths. Entry hall with marble floors, high ceilings with a large dome shaped
skylight. Gourmet kitchen with a center island, granite counter tops and double ovens. Formal living, family and dining rooms on main level have hard-
wood floors. Master bedroom upstairs features two walk-in closets and a large master bath with a spa tub. Views of ocean and harbor from almost
every room. Other features include a gym room; library with built-in shelves; a second family room upstairs; stone fireplace in living room; a 3-car
garage; and extensive use of windows and skylights throughout. Private backyard has a pool and spa that overlooks the expansive views. This is a great
home for entertaining and on 4th of July enjoy fireworks from the front porch and upstairs balconies.

3323 Crownview Drive  ranCho Palos verDes  $2,699,000

Light, Bright and Airy

Beautifully renovated contemporary home with great attention to detail. Many of the rooms have floor to ceiling windows that give you a bright airy
feeling. Sitting on almost half an acre, this home has a wonderful floor plan which boasts four bedrooms and three baths. The kitchen has granite
countertops and a commercial Thermador stove. Family room and Dining room open up to the park like backyard. It is flat, all usable, with a sparkling
swimming pool.

14 Crestwind  ranCHo Palos Verdes  $1,500,000

Newly Re-Built Custom Spanish Hacienda Style Home with Partial Coastline Views
Boasting just over 5,000 sq.ft. with 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms including a separate casita; formal living room with ocean view and fireplace.
Dining room with fireplace and butler’s pantry. Family room is an entertainer’s dream with built-in full bar and wine storage; extensive use of walnut
hardwood and limestone flooring throughout; office/media and a full laundry room with new appliances. An amazing custom kitchen combines
luxury and functionality beyond description! Flowing into an incredible family room equipped with a dozen skylights, vaulted ceilings and built-
in entertainment area. 3,000 sq.ft. is new construction and the remaining has been completely rebuilt. All plumbing electrical and heating/air-
conditioning are new. Other features include plushly landscaped backyard with pool and spa, outdoor half bath and fireplace; 3-car garage; 4 zone
central heating and AC system and security system. All of these on a 13,880 sq.ft. lot!

900 Via del Monte  Palos Verdes estates  $2,799,000

OVER $150 MILLION SOLD SO FAR IN 2010

 Fantastic Opportunity to Purchase this Newly Built Multi-Level Spanish Style Home
Enjoy the spectacular city lights and coastline view. This home features 5 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, formal living room with fireplace, library with
built in shelves and fireplace, family room has a fireplace as well. Gourmet kitchen with large center island, stainless steel appliances and walk in
pantry. The dining area has French doors that open to a balcony with a view. The master retreat features a sitting area with fireplace and walk in
closet. The lower level has a media room and second family room with French doors that open to a patio. One of the bedrooms would make a perfect
maids quarters or guestroom. There is a three car garage that has a direct entry to the home with an elevator for easy access to all levels.
The beautifully landscaped backyard includes three levels of gardens. The lower level has a built in barbeque and pond. You must see to appreciate
all of the details of this home.
2233 Via Cerritos  Palos Verdes estates  $3,290,000  sHort sale

Custom Mediterranean “Monte Malaga Gated Estates” Home in Palos Verdes Estates
Located on a very quiet cul-de-sac street with some city light views. Large grand open entry hall, formal living room, dining and family room.
7 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms; private backyard with pool and spa, BBQ, fire pit. Custom features include marble fireplaces; french doors;
audio/video surround sound system; large kitchen with double ovens, granite counter-tops and breakfast nook. Home is bright and airy with
two living rooms, skylights, 3-car garage. Large flat backyard and space for kids to play. Priced to sell!

924 Via Mirada  Palos Verdes estates  $3,599,000

Your Own Mediterranean Villa with a Casita for Your Guests

New! Fabulous Doug Leach designed Mediterranean villa features 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms with a separate “Casita” and 3-car garage. 5,490 sq.ft.
of living space on 16,152sq.ft. lot with a long driveway, electric gate and panoramic ocean, Catalina and city light views. EXQUISITE custom details in-
side and out. Foyer has marble flooring, fabulous staircase, custom chandeliers, vaulted ceiling and French doors. Formal dining and living room with
wet bar and fireplace, den and wine cellar. Master suite has its own fireplace, his-and-hers walk-in closets, master bath with steam unit in shower, ja-
cuzzi tub and fireplace. Gourmet kitchen includes center island with granite countertops, Viking appliances—two refrigerators, warming oven, espresso
machine and two stoves! Custom cabinetry and rich walnut flooring lead to an inviting family room with built-in entertainment center. Security system
and pre-wired for speakers. Backyard is an entertainer’s dream, with outdoor kitchen, fireplace, spa and pool with swim-up bar and ‘baja’ areas.
1424 Via Castilla  Palos Verdes estates  $3,995,000

Location! Location! Location!

Situated on the bluff of Paseo Del Mar with unobstructed panoramic ocean and Queen’s necklace views. Boasting 3,364 SF on a 11,880 SF lot this home
features 4 BD & 3.5 BA; formal living & dining rooms both with views of the ocean; a tastefully remodeled kitchen featuring Thermador appliances,
maple cabinets with double pull-out pantries and granite counter tops. There is also a separate family room off the kitchen that leads into the
backyard. Backyard features pool & spa, grassy area and a patio with a fire-pit. Master bedroom features walk-in closet, newly remodeled bathroom
with built-in maple cabinets & a steam shower and a balcony that overlooks the ocean. All bathrooms have been remodeled with extensive use of
travertine, slate and glass tiles. Other features include a front circular driveway, fireplace in living room and a 3-car garage. This is truly a must-see!
Priced to sell.
1640 Paseo del Mar  Palos Verdes estates  $2,499,000
 A Simply Elegant Home
Brand new custom built home set up high on a hill crest with panooramic ocean, coastline and city light views with 180 degree view from Malibu to
downtown L.A. Architecture by Roger North with an emphasis on indoor and outdoor living—it invites you with a long 20-foot wide driveway which
ends at a large motor court. Home features 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, 4,320sq.ft. of living space on a 2.74 acre lot (per seller). Large entry with 17
ft. ceilings throughout, large kitchen opens up to great room. Gourmet kitchen with all Thermador stainless steel appliances and large walk-in pantry;
Santos Mahogany hardwood and travertine floors throughout; cherry cabinets with tons of storage space; large 3-car garage with high ceilings, dual
zone heating and AC. Owners have approved plans for 80x30 barn and infinity pool—lots of grass area and upper pad is ideal for guest house or barn.
Owners went through great expense to have sewer connection. Easy to show, priced to sell, home will not last!
0 cheStnut  ROLLing hiLLS  $3,999,000

Pristine Ranch Style Home With Panoramic City Lights, Canyon and Mountain Views!
Conveniently located near the main gate, this designer-perfect home boasts 5 bedrooms and 4½ bathrooms with an 800 sq.ft. guest house complete
with kitchen, bedroom, living room, fireplace and views. Completely rebuilt in 2002 with exceptional attention to detail and amenities including vaulted
and beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, custom crown moulding, skylights, extensive use of natural stone and central vacuum system. Entry opens to
great room with formal living room with fireplace, French doors and formal dining area. The gourmet kitchen features granite counter-tops, custom
cabinetry, subzero refrigerator, six burner Thermador range and oven, center island, large walk-in pantry and opens out to a family eating area and
family room with fireplace and bar. Views enjoyed from almost every room! The master retreat has a fireplace and walk-in closets. The 1.7 acre beauti-
fully landscaped grounds include a pool, 100 rose bushes, 40+ fruit trees, flat grass areas and room for horses.
6 MeaDOwLaRk  ROLLing hiLLS  $2,999,000  
ShORt SaLe

Perfect for a Growing Family

Charming one-level home with great curb appeal located on a cul-de-sac street. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with 2,567 sq.ft. on a large
18,300 sq.ft. lot; bright spacious living room; dining area in living room; family room has a fireplace; and master bedroom with sliding doors that lead
out to patio area. Large private backyard with pool, spa and a fire pit. Partial canyon and city light views can be enjoyed from the living room. Other fea-
tures include inside laundry area; 2-car garage; a long driveway with ample parking space; and a beautifully landscaped front yard. Elementary school is
located approximately a block away.

30 MOccaSin Lane  ROLLing hiLLS eStateS  $1,299,900

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Just Two Blocks from the Beach

These contemporary townhomes designed by architect, Pat Killen feature 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and approximately 2,912–2,976 square feet of
living space. Features include a gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and bamboo granite, great room with fireplace, separate family room,
master suite with fireplace and master bath with jetted tub and stand-alone shower with waterfall feature. Spacious rooftop deck with beautiful views.
Bamboo floors throughout and carpet in the bedrooms. Prime location just 2-blocks from the beach. 2-car garage with direct access.

717 BROaDway  ReDOnDO Beach  $1,349,000 - $1,399,000

Prime Strand Location!

This ideally located duplex features one unit with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms; and a second unit with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Duplex is in move-in condition with income at $120K per year. Great opportunity to own on The Strand with potential to build brand new
single family home with approved plans

 808 the StRanD  heRMOSa Beach  $3,999,000

Great Location with Income Potential

Charming 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with rental unit located in the sand section, just 2-blocks from the beach! Upper unit features
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and unobstructed panoramic ocean and white water views. Lower unit features panoramic ocean views from
living room, kitchen, dining area and mother-in-law quarters with separate entrance. 2-car garage is currently shared between the
units. Shared laundry in garage. Prime location. Close proximity to the beach, dining and shopping!

3019 Bayview  Manhattan Beach  $1,799,000

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A Newly-Completed Masterpiece
Developed by Don Doukoullos. Beautiful Craftsman/Contemporary Architecture by Louie Tomaro. The best in indoor/
outdoor living on The Strand. Home offers 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, formal living, dining, great room with NaNa
doors that open to a large balcony, home theatre, workout room, rooftop deck with swimming pool and putting green,
3-level water feature and state-of-the-art audio/video Creston Electronic Systems. 8,000 square feet
of luxury living space on a 4,640 SF ocean front lot with panoramic sand, ocean, and white water
views to Malibu, Catalina and Palos Verdes. Located in N. Hermosa Beach. Minutes to downtown and
the pier. Seller may carry with 50% down for 5 years at 4% interest, please call Raju for details.

2826 The STrand  hermoSa Beach  $14,500,000

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LOCATIONS
BEVERLY HILLS MANHATTAN BEACH
9454 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 600 400 S Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 100
Beverly Hills, CA 90212 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Phone: 310-205-0050 Phone: 310-376-2225
Fax: 310-559-5587 Fax: 310-376-6522
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RANCHO PALOS VERDES
28901 Western Ave.
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Phone: 310-514-1364
Fax: 310-514-1420
SILVER SPUR
450 Silver Spur Road
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Phone: 310-544-9999
Fax: 310-703-1999

EL SEGUNDO MARINA DEL REY / VENICE REDONDO BEACH SOUTH BAY

402 Main Street 155 Washington Blvd. 1720 S Elena 23740 Hawthorne Blvd., 2nd Floor
El Segundo, CA 90245 Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 Redondo Beach, CA 90277 Torrance, CA 90505
Phone: 310-322-1425 Phone: 310-577-5300 Phone: 310-378-7747 Phone: 310-378-9889
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63 Malaga Cove Plaza 5 Miraleste Plaza 620 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite B 2999 Overland Blvd., Suite 104
PALOS VERDES EST., CA 90274 Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 Santa Monica, CA 90401 West Los Angeles, CA 90064
Phone: 310-378-9494 Phone: 310-831-0222 Phone: 310-264-2225 Phone: 310-559-5570
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T he spectacular oceanfront Terranea Resort in Rancho
Palos Verdes played host for the 2010 Palos Verdes
Peninsula Association of REALTORS Installation Luncheon
first week! on December 8. The event was well attended by Palos Verdes
REALTORS and their guests, celebrating the Association’s 2010
President, Patricia Hedstrom’s successful year and honoring
incoming 2011 President, Sandra Sanders, owner of RE/MAX
Palos Verdes Realty/Execs.
The event, featuring a Silent Auction
whose proceeds will benefit the Penin-
sula Education Foundation, was a great
1171 Shelley St., Manhattan Beach success bringing in over $2,600! All the
• 4 bedrooms, 3 baths items were the generous contributions of
• 3,219sf built in 2002 local Brokers, Affiliates and community
• 56’ of lot frontage members who donated the varied auction
• Poet’s section
items. The item which brought in the
• Ocean peek view
• Stunning traditional floorplan highest bid received the Association’s Sandra Sanders,
“Shining Star Award”. This year, Penin- Owner, RE/MAX
Rarely does a home come available in this quiet Mira Costa adjacent Poet’s Section Palos Verdes
of Manhattan Beach! Perched above a limited access exclusive street, is this 2002 sula Sotheby’s International Realty was
Realty/Execs
home carefully planned/built for its current owners. Featuring a perfect floor plan, the winner with a “Jay Leno” basket!
including an extremely spacious entertaining area with guest room on the main level Rick Edler, Chair of Special Awards Committee,
and three well appointed bedrooms/office on the second level. Cleverly separated by
a gas 180-degree fireplace, is the oversized entertainers kitchen adorned with stain- announced the recipients of the special awards for 2010.
less appliances, chef’s desk, large pantry, and even more natural lighting from the Among others, congratulations went to the following:
numerous artists’ windows overlooking the countertop. Upstairs continues with the Distinguished Service Awards were presented to Bill Ruth,
natural lighting from a South facing exterior deck and wide hardwood hallways where
Suzy Pelshaw, Edward Barrios & Cristina Go. A Special
you’ll find an oversized master retreat with a huge master closet, bright classical
themed master bath, and a private oversized rear deck complete with a secluded hot Achievement Award was given to Jackie Crowley; Affiliate of
tub! Other features of this home include large grass yard with exterior BBQ/fireplace, the Year was Andy Santonella and REALTOR of the Year was
matching craftsman dog house/kennel, a rock climbing wall in one of the kids rooms, awarded to Patricia Hedstrom.
a wine cellar closet, whole house audio system, 2 car garage, a large utility/laundry
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 California Dream Home

Presenting a spectacular home on ONE LEVEL situated on ONE FULL ACRE

with panoramic ocean & city light views to enjoy from all major rooms and
fabulous outdoor entertainment areas with pool & sports court.

This home is located at the end of a premier cul de sac street

and features 5 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, office, library,
family room in approximatly 6500 square feet.

A rare opportunity to own a one level home

on a full acre with this spectacular 180° view
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Ultimate
Manhattan Beach
Lifestyle
233 7th Street, Manhattan Beach
This incredible home is the
ultimate in living the Beach
Lifestyle—an absolutely gorgeous
South Manhattan Walkstreet West
of Highland Home with amenities
galore!! Starting with the most
incredible ocean views from a roof
top entertainment deck featuring
a built-in spa tub built for 6, BBQ,
sink and refrigerator. Three level
home showcases Master Suite
complete with fireplace, its own
balcony, private sun room and
entrance to the rooftop deck. With
3 spacious levels, 3884 sq feet of
beach living, a 4-car garage and a
3-stop elevator, this home must
been seen to be believed.
Priced to sell quickly at
$2,850,000
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 Stunning Italian Ocean Front 736 Esplanade • Redondo Beach

This gorgeous home was custom built by the renowned

Mark LaCharite and located on a large South-facing
corner lot with stunning 180° views from Queens
Necklace to Malibu and only steps to one of the most
beautiful beaches and surf in the South Bay!
Designer touches include:
• Appx. 4800 sq. ft., 5 large bedrooms, 6 bathrooms &
2 large offices, a 100 gallon-2 person Jacuzzi tub and
an extra large Mr. Steam shower.
• 1,000 Bottle temperature controlled wine cellar,
NanaWall doors, 7” Plank Pecan Hand Distress
Wood Floors, custom wrought iron and Jerusalem
Limestone throughout the entire home.
• Full size, commercial Schindler elevator, large profes-
sional gym and a four +car garage.
JUST REDUCED! $3,495,000

21506 Vicky Ave • Torrance

If you haven’t driven through this neighborhood yet – you are in for
a true delight! Located in the great Southwood area in Torrance,
this neighborhood is known for its wide tree-lined streets & award
winning Anza Elementary School & Paradise Park. This Beauti-
fully remodeled home was completed in 2005, adding an additional
900 sq ft (buyer to verify) to this already spacious & open floor
plan, giving it a total of approx 2,100 sq ft. 3 large bedroom & 2 full
bathrooms-which have also been recently upgraded. The kitchen has
custom-built cherry cabinets-most of which pull out for easy access!
Gorgeous granite countertops, center island and lots of counter space.
The spacious master bedroom w/ full bathroom, a large walk-in closet
& slider doors that lead to the rear yard. Other amenities include a
large pantry, gas fireplace, water softener, forced air heating & a utility
room for washer/dryer w/ folding table & extra storage. For pet lovers,
there’s even a dedicated “dog room” that connects the living room to
the outside patio! If not used for pets, this space can easily be con-
verted to a small office. Home also has a detached 2-car garage & a
long driveway for boat or RV parking. Centrally located to restaurants,
malls, schools, parks & freeways 200 South Pacific Coast Highway
OffERED AT $779,000 Redondo Beach

Gary Elminoufi
Email: Gary@GaryElmo.com • www.GaryElmo.com • Direct: 310-292-0332 • Office: 310-543-3536 x300
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. DRE: 01139207
 These are a few of my favorite things…
spaces
SCRATCH FIX by Miller
It’s a pen that magically fills all
of those small scratches on wood
furniture. It comes in five different
colors. No rags and takes only a
minute to use.
EUCALYPTUS LEAVES
Use small vases of fresh cut Eu-
calyptus leaves as natural room
freshener. They look great in bath-
rooms or as a centerpiece at the
holiday table.
HECHERAS
These colorful perenni-
als are easy to maintain
and come in a vari-
ety of color popping
combinations. It is a sun and shade
lover. Perfect for mixing in borders
and pots.
MYER LEMON INFUSED OLIVE
OIL by Asti OLIVE OIL COMPANY
It makes all your meals gourmet.
Use in salad dressings, sautéed
Domiziani
Italian Stone Tables
Exquisite hand-crafted solid stone tables made in Italy.
Each is unique & guaranteed against weathering & fading.
www.DomizianiUSA.com • 720.283.3327
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veggies, marinades or for dipping
bread.
DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES
Downtown at night is spectacular.
Just seeing the cityscape lit up as
you drive toward it is worth the
time forging the freeway. Catch
a show, eat at one of the chef in-
spired restaurants, or stroll around
City Walk. You can also enjoy a
free self guided tour of the Down-
town Los Angeles Art Walk, on the
2nd Thursday of every month. It is
a night to remember.
WATER FEATURES
There is a reason that most spas
and hotels have water features
displayed in their entry. They give
life to an area and add soothing
background noise. Add a fountain
or reflective pool to your yard.
Place a bowl of water on a table
and float flowers or candles on it.
It is attractive inside and outside
of the house.
AMBIENT   Most people think a high-end
LIGHTING
Turn down your
overhead lights and
use several small
lights around the room instead.
Use candles, small lamps or throw
a string of lights into a colored
glass vase. Low levels of lights tend
to create an atmosphere of relax-
ation and restfulness. Don’t wait
to have guests over to enjoy this
feeling.
NATURAL LIGHT BULBS
When changing your light bulbs,
replace them with Natural Light
Bulbs. They are blue tinted glass
and come in every shape and watt
you need. They allow you to see
yourself and your household in its
true color.
MIXING IT TOGETHER
One of the greatest tricks in the
book of design is to mix bargain
finds with expensive purchases.
Year-End Special
10% off!
Mention code: SBD10
By Amanda Coscina
look is only accomplished with
designer products bought at wal-
let draining prices. This is not so.
Build with quality materials. Buy
well-made furniture basics i.e. so-
fas, dinning table and chairs. Then
complete it with your inexpensive
discoveries.
JO MALONE  
FRAGRANCES  
AND CANDLES
If you’ve never
had the pleasure
of smelling her products, put it on
your bucket list. This may sound
shallow, but if you’re as sensi-
tive to smell as I am, you will not
want anything else after trying
her unique line. Lime Basil and
Mandarin, Wild Fig and Cassis,
and Blue Agava and Cacao are just
a few up lifting combinations of-
fered. It is from London and made
for men and woman alike.
 JACK GILLESPIE
Experience is Everything

2920 Laurel Avenue, MB

NEW LISTING!
Tree Section Location!!
3 bedrooms and 2 baths
Large Landscaped backyard!!
1,872 sq. ft.
MODEL HOME PERFECT!!
Manhattan Beach Schools

Offered at $ 1,249,000 JACK GILLESPIE

BROKER®
CALL (310) 200-4169 DRE # 0042649 8
WWW.JACKGILLESPIE.COM jack.gillespie@southbaybrokers.com
 “IfRollsRoycebuilt
homes…theysimply
couldnotsurpass
theeleganceofthis
customhome.”

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 PhotograPhy by Kim Pritchard

th
222 17 Street
Manhattan Beach
Brilliant architecture and warm
contemporary design. Spectacular
views of the ocean from Malibu to
Palos Verdes, Manhattan Beach Pier
and romantic sunsets! Only steps to
beach and downtown. Walk street with
gas-lamp lighting. Built in 2008-2009,
4300 Sqft. 4-car garage, elevator,
exquisite finishing and fixtures set
this home above it all…

Offered at $5,250,000

Lida Sandera
Realtor

Lida.sandera@southbaybrokers.com
310-721-3196 • www.HomesbyLida.com
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 2041 Pacific Coast Hwy. Suite B, Lomita, CA 90717
IN
ESCROW Featured
Property!
New! Executive Office Suites

stunning
Catalina, coastline,
ocean & city views!
217 N. Dianthus, Manhattan Beach • $1,599,000
Located in the prestigious “Hill
Section” of Manhattan Beach this
spectacular ocean view home of-
fers the ultimate in indoor-outdoor
living. This nearly 3,000 sq.ft.
home has four bedrooms, two full
baths, two half baths and a 500
Sqft. ocean view deck—perfect for
entertaining and dining alfresco!
Top floor is a great room with
beautiful hardwood floors, living
room and dining area, and gour-
met kitchen with counter break-
fast bar with seating for eight.
Spacious master suite has balco-
ny with views and includes master
bath with dual sinks, separate Ja-
cuzzi tub and shower. Main floor
has three bedrooms; lower floor
has a bedroom and private yard.
www.217NDianthus.com
Just a short walk downtown and to the pier.
Coming in early 2011
Manhattan Village, upgraded
Plan 2, court home with views
of trees from all windows.
Kerry Dawson
Selling the South Bay since 1991!
310.753.5537
This home is in move-in condition
and a fantastic value!
TJ Parker
310-678-0929
tjparkr@msn.com 326 S. Pacific Coast Hwy,
Redondo Beach 90277
Retail/Office, 200 –1,000 Sq.ft.
“Sea Breeze Plaza”
1926 S. Pacific Coast Hwy,
Redondo Beach
90277
1300 Pacific Coast Hwy, Only three spaces available
Redondo Beach
90277
Office and Retail
116 S. Catalina Ave,
Redondo Beach 90277
Executive office suites
615 N Lucia Ave.
Unit B
Redondo Beach
4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bath
2,480 Sq.ft.
Ocean Views
Upgraded “better than new”
detached 3-story rear townhouse includes ocean views and many custom
features including plantations shutters, 10 ft. ceilings, crown & base molding,
security system, intercom, granite & marble counters, hand-scraped wood floors,
CAT-5 wiring throughout, oversized garage and small backyard – perfect for
pets. Large Master Bedroom with sitting area, walk-in-closet, spa tub, shower &
double vanities. Short walk to stores, top rated schools, Pier & Beach.
Offered at $1,149,000
damira@damirabacic.com

DRE: 01024016 KerryLDawson@aol.com

Serving sellers & buyers in the South Bay for 22 years…
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 Your opportunity to live in the South Bay’s most prestigious, private, gated community…

Manhattan Village
The Place to Live

• Minutes to the beach • Lushly landscaped open areas

• Community pools & spas
• Bike & jogging paths
• Walking distance from mall
with restaurants, shops,
movies & more
• Golf course adjacent
• Private tennis club adjacent
• Private entrance to quality
shopping

Conveniently located!
Minutes to the 405, Century Freeway, LAX & the Green Line
and biking distance to the beach!

22 FAIRWAY DRIVE 4 STRATFORD 56 SAUSALITO CIRCLE 21 MARIN COURT

• Totally remodeled, prime golf
course location with lake views!
• Largest townhome, 3 bd +bo-
nus rm & den, over 2,300 sqft
• Fabulous kitchen & baths
• Master bdrm on main level!
• Popular floor plan, 3 bdrms
+office—close to 3,000 sqft.
• Fabulous Beverly Hills
designer
• Kitchen and breakfast nook
Open Sat & Sun 1-4
• Golf course location—
on the fourth green
• 3 bdrms, over 2,000 sqft
• Fabulous open floor plan
with large family room &
breakfast nook
• Private location/large patio
• 2 Bd +den, over 1,500 sqft
• Recent kitchen remodel w/
granite counters, stainless
appliances & hardwood
floors!

$1,299,000 $1,599,000 $1,149,000 $799,000

NiNa Michaels
310.318.0413
Manhattan Village Resident 20 years • CRS–Broker • DRE #00727210
NinaMichaels@att.net
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 ASK YOUR
BROKER IF
KELLER
WILLIAMS
IS RIGHT
FOR YOU.

Chances are they’ll say no. And when they do, ask them about ongoing training and
education. Ask them about opportunities for profit-sharing. And ask them about
their plan to build your long-term wealth. As it turns out, you may not have needed to ask
in the first place. If you would like a no-obligation business consultation or are ready
now to discuss a change in your surroundings, call John Davidson at 310-544-7571.

PALOS VERDES
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY

500 Silver Spur Road, #303 / Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 / Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated / DRE #01385864 / Equal Opportunity Employer
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 7 Sea Cove Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes
Great opportunity to purchase a rare coastal
lot with plans for a 4000 square foot Marmol
Radziner contemporary design home with
100 feet of frontage. Lot is across the street
from the coastline. Lot is over 10,000 square
feet and offers awesome ocean and coastline
views. Sea Cove is a highly desirable street
filled with some of Palos Verdes most desirable
homes and has a private path to the beach and
coastal tide pools. Close proximity to Terranea
Resort, Abalone Cove, Portuguese Bend Club
and Shoreline Park. Build home as a primary
residence or a second home. Home across
the street is said to be Frank Lloyd Wright’s
last residential project. Land directly across
the street is not buildable allowing for
unblockable views. Buyer and buyer’s agent
to verify all information. Seller is open to a
joint venture for spec project.
$694,500
24 8th Street, Hermosa Beach
Fantastic new contemporary home in the heart of
downtown Hermosa just two doors from the strand
and sand, Gourmet kitchen with walk-pantry
comes complete with commercial Viking applianc-
es, granite counter tops, custom cabinets and hard
wood floors. This home is equipped with elevator,
beautiful decks including one on the roof which is
engineered and ready for a spa and BBQ to enjoy
the city and whitewater views. Spacious open floor
plan, living room with fireplace, master has a walk-
in closet, large his/her bath, jacuzzi tub. House is
wired for stereo, alarm as well as high speed inter-
net (CATS). Hermosa Beach
living at it’s best!
$2,595,000
3410 Hermosa Avenue, Hermosa Beach
Architectural Digest’s Editors’ Selection October
2010. A masterpiece in art & living. These worlds
meld in this testament to post modern design.
An early work by the internationally acclaimed
Morphosis design team, Thom Mayne & Michael
Rotondi, this blending of stainless steel, concrete
& natural elements combine to create a stunning
home of epic architectural significance. Featured
in the New York Times, this 4000+ square foot
home has 4 levels with living room, dining room &
kitchen all situated on the top floor to take full ad-
vantage of the spectacular ocean/coastline views.
The entrance opens to a 3-story, semi-circular
atrium. 2 sets of stairs trace a path through the
structure that has an elevator, 3 bedrooms, a wine
cellar, 2 fireplaces & a family room. Unobstructed
ocean views from PV to Malibu, home has been
called “the tallest home in Hermosa Beach.”
$3,495,000

Artfully Representing
Gerard Bisignano is a life-long resident of the South Bay. He has
“NavigatingtheRealEstatemarketcanbe
been selling luxury real estate in our coastal community for over 19
challengingduringtheseuncertaintimes. years. He has been a consistent top producer and in 2009 became a
AsapartnerwithPeninsulaSotheby’s partner/owner with Peninsula Sotheby’s. He received his MBA from
InternationalRealtyIcanofferyou Loyola Marymount University and served eight years on the Redondo
unsurpassedexposureandexperience Beach City Council. His marketing efforts have produced two homes
inthemarketingofyourhomeorwhen named L.A. Times “Home of the Week” and he has been featured
representingyouinthepurchaseofa several times on NBC’s “Open House Los Angeles.” He has marketed
one of the highest priced homes ever listed on the Manhattan Beach
home.Pleasecallmeonmycellphone Strand and is known for being a top agent for luxury real estate from
at(310)990-4727.”—GerardBisignano Manhattan Beach to the Palos Verdes Peninsula.
 1600 The Strand, Manhattan Beach
Grandieur Embodied. First time to market. Ray
Kappe Design-”His designs evince a mastery
of warm, modern spaces, clearly expressed
construction systems, and environmental
sensitivity.”Situated on a prime Strand north cor-
ner and a 1 minute walk to downtown. Built prior
to current codes, allowing for a rare rooftop pool,
expansive top decks and over 5200 sq feet. Floor to
ceiling windows allow panoramic whitewater views
from PV to Malibu. Concrete, steel and stone, this
contemporary masterpiece is accessed through a
pivoting sculpted stainless steel door. Downstairs
is a Strand level media room and 2 glass enclosed
bedrooms. Entry level has the kitchen, dining area,
huge granite bar and a wine room. Top living level
has the master bedroom and spa quality bath.
Stairways lead to the rooftop pool and expansive
entertainment outdoor area. Rounded and angeled,
this home embraces the coastline. This home has
3 large open fireplaces-a Kappe signature- 3 car
garage and an elevator to the roof.
$12,495,000 
Estates of Epic Architectural Significance
Peninsulasir.com | Gerard@HouseAtTheBeach.com
3104 Ocean Drive, Manhattan Beach
Charming and fully upgraded, this income
property was built in 1940 and features three legal
non-conforming units with ocean views and two
garages. Two 1-bedroom units and a 2-bedroom
owner’s unit. Owner’s unit features a fireplace.
Outstanding views across from the quietest stretch
of the beach. Units always rented. Larger than
can currently be built. Two bedroom owner’s unit
currently available at $4,500 per month on a one
year lease.
$3,199,000
DRE: 01116110
1956 Hermosa Avenue, Hermosa Beach
Your classic Beach Home with unobstructable PV
to Malibu ocean and whitewater views, a stones
throw to the sand and walking distance to both
downtown Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach.
Big views, decks, lots of light and a back yard. Up-
graded, clean, bright and charming with good sized
kitchen, dining area and living room with expan-
sive views. Classic Spanish tile in the bathrooms
and backyard jacuzzi, fireplaces in the master
bedroom and living room, backyard area with land-
scape and tiled jacuzzi, balcony off the kitchen and
marvelous ocean view entertainment deck. Home
has been lovingly maintained, has hardwood floors
throughout and a large 2 car garage currently used
as an office. The home is situated directly across the
20th street walkstreet so you look straight down to
the sand.
$1,399,000
Gerard
Bisignano
Peninsula Sotheby’s
International Realty
Cell: 310-990-4727
Office: 310-376-6004
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