137 15th St Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
2
Beds
2
Baths
889
Sq Ft
1,347
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Ocean View
- No HOA
- Laundry Room
- Grand View Elementary School Rated A
- Fireplace
- Zoned Cooling
About This Home
As of May 2022LESS IS MORE. This warm modern beach bungalow has a cozy loft-like layout featuring a full kitchen that can be hidden behind sliding white wood doors that also conceal a pantry and customizable closets. The house has hardwood floors, custom cabinetry accented by subtle lighting, Edison light bulb fixtures, radiant heating and Toto toilets. The downstairs bedroom with a generous-sized full bathroom features a large closet, concrete floors, and a large sliding glass door that opens completely to the backyard. The homes unique backyard functions as an outdoor room for entertaining and lounging, with a custom gas fire pit (which doubles as a cocktail table when covered), custom ipe wood bench, and surround sound system. Rustling bamboo offers privacy, and the hot/cold outdoor shower is perfect for use after a dawn patrol surf session. Located in the heart of a classic coastal neighborhood, this beach house is a nucleus for family and friends. This peaceful retreat unfolds to reveal a thoughtful balance between indoor and outdoor living with many unexpected features. Relaxed but refined, crisp but inviting,the casual elegance of this purposeful environment embraces an active beach life where sun, sand, ocean breezes, and memories are closely interwoven.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
eXp Realty of California Inc License #01316971 Listed on: 06/15/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $31,633
Year Built
- Built in 1937
Lot Details
- 1,347 Sq Ft Lot
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Parking Available
Interior Spaces
- 889 Sq Ft Home
- Fireplace
- Ocean Views
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 2 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Additional Features
- Fire Pit
- Zoned Cooling
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 27
- Tax Tract Number 2
- Assessor Parcel Number 4179030029
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 24, 2019
Sold by
Kirk Alan J and Kirk Kathleen C
Bought by
Kirk Alan J and Kirk Kathleen C
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 15, 2017
Closed on
Dec 19, 2017
Sold by
Swanson Richard Douglas
Bought by
Kirk Alan J and Kirk Kathleen C
Seller's Agent
Lee LeGrande
eXp Realty of California Inc
Buyer's Agent
David Caskey
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$2,399,000
Sold Price
$2,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$199,000
-8.3%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.55%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Outstanding Balance
$905,015
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$2,180,718
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 3, 2014
Closed on
Mar 25, 2014
Sold by
Jacobson Matthew F
Bought by
Swanson Richard Douglas and Swanson Yumiko
Seller's Agent
Lee LeGrande
eXp Realty of California Inc
Buyer's Agent
Lee LeGrande
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$2,499,000
Sold Price
$1,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$549,000
-21.97%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.28%
Original Mortgage
$1,462,500
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 8, 2012
Sold by
Jacobson Matthew F
Bought by
Jacobson Matthew F and Matthew Jacobson Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 26, 2011
Sold by
Jacobson Matthew F
Bought by
Jacobson Matthew F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$840,000
Interest Rate
4.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2010
Sold by
Jacobson Matthew F
Bought by
Jacobson Matthew F and Jacobson Catherine F
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 31, 2008
Sold by
Strand Warren D
Bought by
Jacobson Matthew F and Jacobson Catherine
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$840,000
Interest Rate
5.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 13, 1995
Sold by
Lambson Patricia W
Bought by
Sanchez Catherine G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$252,000
Interest Rate
8.86%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $2,200,000 | Stewart Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,950,000 | Usa National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Orange Coast Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $1,400,000 | Lawyers Title Corporation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lawyers Title Corporation | |
| Individual Deed | $280,000 | Southland Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Southland Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Southland Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,100,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $1,240,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $1,462,500 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $818,201 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $837,096 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $840,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $840,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $252,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2022 05/31/22 | Sold | $2,555,000 | +2.2% | $2,877 / Sq Ft |
| 04/27/2022 04/27/22 | For Sale | $2,499,000 | -2.2% | $2,814 / Sq Ft |
| 04/26/2022 04/26/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/22/2022 04/22/22 | Off Market | $2,555,000 | -- | -- |
| 01/19/2018 01/19/18 | Sold | $2,200,000 | -6.3% | $2,475 / Sq Ft |
| 12/07/2017 12/07/17 | Price Changed | $2,349,000 | +2.2% | $2,642 / Sq Ft |
| 08/15/2017 08/15/17 | Price Changed | $2,299,000 | -4.2% | $2,586 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2017 06/15/17 | For Sale | $2,399,000 | +23.0% | $2,699 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2014 04/24/14 | Sold | $1,950,000 | -2.5% | $2,193 / Sq Ft |
| 03/24/2014 03/24/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/20/2014 03/20/14 | Price Changed | $1,999,000 | -20.0% | $2,249 / Sq Ft |
| 03/03/2014 03/03/14 | For Sale | $2,499,000 | -- | $2,811 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,633 | $2,711,411 | $2,589,373 | $122,038 |
| 2024 | $31,633 | $2,658,247 | $2,538,601 | $119,646 |
| 2023 | $30,902 | $2,606,125 | $2,488,825 | $117,300 |
| 2022 | $28,191 | $2,358,842 | $2,251,623 | $107,219 |
| 2021 | $27,698 | $2,312,591 | $2,207,474 | $105,117 |
| 2020 | $27,492 | $2,288,880 | $2,184,840 | $104,040 |
| 2019 | $27,034 | $2,244,000 | $2,142,000 | $102,000 |
| 2018 | $25,401 | $2,100,869 | $1,470,609 | $630,260 |
| 2016 | $24,089 | $2,019,291 | $1,413,504 | $605,787 |
| 2015 | $23,621 | $1,988,960 | $1,392,272 | $596,688 |
| 2014 | $18,142 | $1,470,693 | $1,365,645 | $105,048 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
David Caskey
Seller's Agent in 2022
David Caskey
eXp Realty of California Inc
(310) 200-1960
107 in this area
333 Total Sales
-
Patrick Panzarella
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Patrick Panzarella
Vista Sotheby’s International Realty
(310) 913-9582
5 in this area
26 Total Sales
-
Lee LeGrande
L
Seller's Agent in 2018
Lee LeGrande
eXp Realty of California Inc
(310) 930-8737
19 in this area
43 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SB17136019
APN: 4179-030-029
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