Awtar Thiara
West Shores Realty, Inc.
(424) 379-3928
8 Total Sales
2 in Manhattan Beach
$1.6M - $11.5M Price Range
1421 12th St Unit 1 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Manhattan Beach AreaEstimated Value: $1,377,871
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,337
Sq Ft
$1,031/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Patio
- Meadows Avenue Elementary School Rated A+
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Central Heating
About This Home
As of December 2025Welcome to 1421 12th Street, Unit 1, a bright and airy front townhome in a quaint Cape-Cod style building. Flooded with natural light, this home features an open floor plan where the kitchen, dining, and living spaces connect seamlessly. Off the dining area, sliding glass doors open to a spacious terrace, perfect for outdoor dining or lounging. The updated kitchen showcases stainless steel appliances, new stone countertops, refaced cabinetry, and fresh paint. Additional highlights on the main level include hardwood floors throughout, a brick fireplace, and a convenient powder room. Upstairs, two bedrooms each enjoy their own ensuite bath and large closets, creating a versatile dual-primary layout. One bedroom also features a private terrace with room for seating and lounging. The lower level provides direct access to a two-car garage with ample storage. This special property (one of only five units) is a quiet escape, located just one block from Meadows Elementary, Polliwog Park, and Manhattan Beach Middle School. Manhattan Beach Preschool is also just around the corner. With easy access to downtown shops and dining, plus LAX and major freeways just minutes away, this location is ideal for both convenience and lifestyle.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass Brokerage Phone: 310-901-8512 License #01295248 Listed on: 08/27/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Compass Brokerage Phone: 310-901-8512 License #01295248 Listed on: 08/27/2025
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Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Year Built
- Built in 1985
Lot Details
- 7,497 Sq Ft Lot
- 1 Common Wall
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
HOA Fees
- $150 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Parking Available
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 1,337 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Area or Nook
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Utilities
- Central Heating
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1
- Tax Tract Number 43640
- Assessor Parcel Number 4166008047
Community Details
Overview
- Master Insurance
- 5 Units
- Royal Vicotoria HOA, Phone Number (310) 901-8512
- Maintained Community
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2025
Sold by
Lauren S Forbes Revocable Trust and Forbes Lauren S
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 12, 2017
Sold by
Forbes Lauren Sra
Bought by
Forbes Lauren S and Lauren S Forbes Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 11, 2016
Closed on
Feb 26, 2016
Sold by
Elortegui Daniel
Bought by
Forbes Lauren
Seller's Agent
H. Mark Boyd
Coldwell Banker Residential Br
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Forbes
Compass
List Price
$785,000
Sold Price
$830,280
Premium/Discount to List
$45,280
5.77%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.95%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 7, 2007
Sold by
Erdmann Luz Matilde
Bought by
Elortegui Daniel and Elortegui Catherine
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 22, 2004
Sold by
Erdmann Luz Matilde
Bought by
Erdmann Luz Matilde
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 2000
Sold by
Jorgensen Terry L
Bought by
Erdmann Luz Matilde
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,000
Interest Rate
10.92%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 2, 1998
Sold by
Lyall Paige A
Bought by
Erdmann Luz Matilde
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Manhattan Beach, CA
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Awtar Thiara
-
Candice Carpenter
Candice Carpenter
Coastal Elite Properties
(424) 284-7552
19 Total Sales
2 in Manhattan Beach
$3.4M - $4.8M Price Range
-
Khanh Oberley
Khanh Oberley
Douglas Elliman of CA, Inc.
(424) 407-8581
43 Total Sales
1 in Manhattan Beach
$2,084,000 Price
-
Melissa Okabe
Melissa Okabe
Alta Properties
(562) 568-9373
27 Total Sales
1 in Manhattan Beach
$4,500,000 Price
-
Audrey Judson
Audrey Judson
Pacifica Properties Group, Inc.
(424) 310-1086
45 Total Sales
20 in Manhattan Beach
$2.1M - $7.5M Price Range
-
Joseph McMahon
Joseph McMahon
Keller Williams Realty
(424) 396-1573
9 Total Sales
1 in Manhattan Beach
$5,200,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,306,500 | Upward Title Company | ||
| Forbes Lauren S | -- | None Available | |
| Forbes Lauren | $7,194,136 | Progressive Title Company | |
| Elortegui Daniel | $675,000 | Gateway Title Company | |
| Erdmann Luz Matilde | -- | Investors Title Company | |
| Erdmann Luz Matilde | -- | American Title Co | |
| Erdmann Luz Matilde | $310,000 | First American |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $420,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Forbes Lauren | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Elortegui Daniel | $304,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Elortegui Daniel | $325,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Erdmann Luz Matilde | $490,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Erdmann Luz Matilde | $450,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Erdmann Luz Matilde | $337,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Erdmann Luz Matilde | $20,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Erdmann Luz Matilde | $256,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 12/03/25 | Sold | $1,306,500 | -3.2% | $977 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/27/2025 08/27/25 | For Sale | $1,350,000 | +62.6% | $1,010 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/01/2016 04/01/16 | Sold | $830,280 | +5.8% | $621 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/18/2016 02/18/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/11/2016 02/11/16 | For Sale | $785,000 | -- | $587 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11,428 | $1,306,500 | $989,300 | $317,200 |
| 2025 | $11,428 | $982,899 | $721,994 | $260,905 |
| 2024 | $11,277 | $963,628 | $707,838 | $255,790 |
| 2023 | $10,975 | $944,734 | $693,959 | $250,775 |
| 2022 | $10,789 | $926,210 | $680,352 | $245,858 |
| 2021 | $10,622 | $908,050 | $667,012 | $241,038 |
| 2019 | $10,342 | $881,119 | $647,229 | $233,890 |
| 2018 | $10,133 | $863,843 | $634,539 | $229,304 |
| 2016 | $8,340 | $748,963 | $555,787 | $193,176 |
| 2015 | $8,167 | $737,714 | $547,439 | $190,275 |
| 2014 | $8,058 | $723,264 | $536,716 | $186,548 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Lauren Forbes
Seller's Agent in 2025
Lauren Forbes
Compass
(310) 901-8512
146 Total Sales
-
HB
Seller's Agent in 2016
H. Mark Boyd
Coldwell Banker Residential Br
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SB25186997
APN: 4166-008-047
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