$3,125,000
SOLD MAY 16, 2025

1561 Curtis Ave Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,103 Sq Ft
7,447 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,007 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City Lights View
  • Open Floorplan
  • Bonus Room
  • Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of May 2025

Stunning Corner-lot Oasis in Manhattan Beach's coveted Mira Costa neighborhood! Welcome to 1561 Curtis Avenue, a beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 5 bathroom home nestled on a 7,500 sqft corner lot in the sought after Mira Costa neighborhood of Manhattan Beach. Offering an exceptional blend of coastal elegance, open concept living and breathtaking city views. this home is a must-see for those seeking space, style and versatility. Step inside to find sun drenched living spaces, soaring ceilings and rich hardwood floors throughout. The expansive main level boasts seamless indoor-outdoor flow, with an open living and dining area leading to a massive deck-perfect for entertaining while enjoying panoramic city views.The kitchen is a dream, featuring beautiful stainless steel appliances, a large center island ad custom cabinetry. With 4 spacious bedrooms, including a luxury primary suite with a spa like soaking bath, steam shower and walk-in closet, comfort is at the forefront of this homes design. Downstairs, a bonus area offers incredible flexibility-use it as a secondary primary suite, in-law quarters, or an over sized entertainment room. Outside, enjoy the rare dual side yards, ideal for play, pets, or future customization. The prime Manhattan Beach location places you just minutes from award winning schools, pristine beaches and world class dining and shopping. 7,500 sqft Corner Lot | Massive deck with City Views | Versatile Bonus Space | Coastal Living at it's Best! Don't miss this opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind Manhattan Beach retrat-schedule your private showing today!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jill Levine

Keller Williams South Bay Brokerage Phone: 310-650-2222 License #02137314 Listed on: 03/06/2025

Keller Williams South Bay

Co-Listed By

Jamie Austin

Keller Williams Realty Brokerage Phone: 310-650-2222 License #01407393

Last Buyer's Agent

Brett Lyon

Lyon Stahl Investment Real Estate, Inc. License #01717818

Lyon Stahl Investment Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,501

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 7,447 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is zoned MNRS

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Turnkey

Interior Spaces

  • 3,103 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room Balcony
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • City Lights Views
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Gas Oven
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
  • 5 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Pennekamp Elementary School
  • Manhattan Beach Middle School
  • Mira Costa High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 26 / 77
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4163019025

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,501

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Other Phone Description: 3106502222
  • Other Phone Number: 3106502222
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Wired for Alarm System
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: MNRS
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 4163019025
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3103.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Living Room Balcony, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Unfurnished
  • Stories: 3
  • Entry Location: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1007.09
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Family Room, Foyer, Jack & Jill, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room

Exterior Features

  • View: City Lights
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Gas Oven
  • Heating Type: Central, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Individual Room, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Manhattan Unified
  • Elementary School: Pennekamp
  • Middle School: Manhattan Beach
  • High School: Mira Costa
  • Elementary School: Pennekamp
  • High School: Mira Costa
  • Middle Or Junior School: Manhattan Beach
  • Elementary School #2: PENNEK
  • High School2: MIRCOS

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7447.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1710

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 7447.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 77
  • Tax Census Tract: 6208.01
  • Tax Lot: 26
  • Tax Tract Number: B

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2025
Closed on
Apr 14, 2025
Sold by
Beaudin Christopher F and Beaudin Sarah C
Bought by
Terms Of The Cohen Family Trust and Cuellar
Seller's Agent
Jill Levine
Keller Williams South Bay
Buyer's Agent
Brett Lyon
Lyon Stahl Investment Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$3,295,000
Sold Price
$3,125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$170,000
-5.16%
Views
63
Current Estimated Value
$3,137,737

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,737
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.46%
Original Mortgage
$1,550,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,546,681
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,591,056

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2016
Sold by
Beaudin Christopher F and Beaudin Sarah C
Bought by
Beaudin Christopher F and Beaudin Sarah C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2009
Sold by
Beaudin Christopher F
Bought by
Beaudin Chris F and Beaudin Sarah C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 2004
Sold by
Beaudin Sarah M
Bought by
Beaudin Christopher F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 1993
Sold by
Mohan Michael and Mohan Beth
Bought by
Beaudin Christopher F and Beaudin Sarah M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$312,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $3,125,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Equity Title Company
Grant Deed $390,000 Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,550,000 New Conventional
Closed $1,550,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $637,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $680,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $404,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $407,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $450,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $330,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $30,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $309,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $20,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $315,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $312,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/16/2025 05/16/25 Sold $3,125,000 -5.2% $1,007 / Sq Ft
04/10/2025 04/10/25 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2025 03/06/25 For Sale $3,295,000 0.0% $1,062 / Sq Ft
09/07/2024 09/07/24 For Rent $11,500 -- --
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $14,501 $1,264,241 $530,296 $733,945
2024 $14,501 $1,239,453 $519,899 $719,554
2023 $14,099 $1,215,151 $509,705 $705,446
2022 $13,859 $1,191,325 $499,711 $691,614
2021 $13,638 $1,167,966 $489,913 $678,053
2019 $13,276 $1,133,326 $475,383 $657,943
2018 $12,996 $1,111,105 $466,062 $645,043
2016 $11,978 $1,067,962 $447,965 $619,997
2015 $11,732 $1,051,922 $441,237 $610,685
2014 $11,574 $1,031,317 $432,594 $598,723
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SB25035710

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 4163-019-025