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Landlord's Agent in 2026
Robert Lounsbury
Robert Lounsbury Brokers
(949) 258-4388
1 Total Sale
952 2nd St Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Estimated Value: $3,110,000 - $4,898,000
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,850
Sq Ft
$1,366/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Home Theater
- Updated Kitchen
- Opal Robinson Elementary School Rated A
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- 1-minute walk to Larsson Street Parkette
About This Home
As of April 2026Rare opportunity to live in a classic Ocean View Beach House at the top of the Hill Section. Beautifully updated with custom finishes throughout, including walnut hardwood floors, french doors, gourmet kitchen with Calcutta marble, SubZero and Viking appliances. Formal living room with fireplace, dining room, eat-in kitchen with marble counter top, flexible den or play area family/media room, wet bar, laundry room w/LG appliances, finished two (2) car garage with built-ins. Fully landscaped and gated sprawling front yard with large Magnolia tree for shade, and a sunny west-facing back yard with grey slate hardscape, large grassy yard and mature landscape/fruit trees for great privacy and family/social use. Ocean views from the private primary bedroom deck as well as an enormous west-facing main floor deck for spectacular sunsets and comfortable indoor/outdoor living. Central Heat/Air Conditioning. Internet, media, security systems ready. A short walk to coveted award winning Robinson Elementary School, the beach & Strand, downtown shops & restaurants, and the Manhattan Beach Pier!
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Robert Lounsbury Brokers Brokerage Phone: 206-619-5332 License #01011407 Listed on: 02/06/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1948 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 5,012 Sq Ft Lot
- West Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Fence is in excellent condition
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Sprinklers Throughout Yard
- Private Yard
- Lawn
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Single Garage Door
- Driveway
Property Views
- Ocean
- Coastline
- Panoramic
- City Lights
- Neighborhood
- Courtyard
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Turnkey
- Raised Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,850 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Double Pane Windows
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
- Shutters
- Blinds
- French Mullion Window
- Wood Frame Window
- Casement Windows
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room
- Separate Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Utility Room
- Center Hall
- Attic
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Ice Maker
- Water Line To Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Viking Appliances
- Stone Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Stone
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Multi-Level Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Mirrored Closets Doors
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Stone Bathroom Countertops
- Tile Bathroom Countertop
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Home Security
- Alarm System
- Security Lights
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Rooftop Access
- Front Porch
Utilities
- Cooling System Powered By Gas
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Natural Gas Connected
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
- Water Purifier
- Water Softener
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $18,750
- Rent includes gardener
- Available 4/1/26
- Tax Lot 4169
- Tax Tract Number 1
- Assessor Parcel Number 4169016001
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 2, 2007
Sold by
Forman Jeffrey D and Forman Rachel M
Bought by
Lounsbury Robert L
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,462,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 7, 2006
Sold by
Galloway Doug and Galloway Emily
Bought by
Forman Jeffrey D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,850,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 14, 2005
Sold by
Kretschmer David and Kretschmer Maria
Bought by
Galloway Doug
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,172,500
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 10, 1994
Sold by
Wheat Lawrence A and Wheat Sarah Martha
Bought by
Kretschmer David
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$497,600
Interest Rate
5.12%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lounsbury Robert L | $1,950,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Forman Jeffrey D | $1,850,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Galloway Doug | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Kretschmer David | $622,000 | Title Land Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Lounsbury Robert L | $1,462,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Forman Jeffrey D | $1,850,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Galloway Doug | $1,172,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Kretschmer David | $497,600 | |
| Closed | Kretschmer David | $31,100 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2026 04/10/26 | Rented | $12,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/31/2026 03/31/26 | Price Changed | $12,500 | -7.4% | $4 / Sq Ft |
| 03/15/2026 03/15/26 | Price Changed | $13,500 | -6.9% | $5 / Sq Ft |
| 02/18/2026 02/18/26 | For Rent | $14,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/07/2026 02/07/26 | Off Market | $14,500 | -- | -- |
| 02/06/2026 02/06/26 | For Rent | $14,500 | +46.5% | -- |
| 06/04/2017 06/04/17 | Rented | $9,900 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/22/2017 05/22/17 | Price Changed | $9,900 | -10.0% | $4 / Sq Ft |
| 05/12/2017 05/12/17 | For Rent | $11,000 | -- | -- |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 | $28,715 | $2,561,349 | $2,049,084 | $512,265 |
| 2024 | $28,715 | $2,511,127 | $2,008,906 | $502,221 |
| 2023 | $27,933 | $2,461,890 | $1,969,516 | $492,374 |
| 2022 | $27,449 | $2,413,619 | $1,930,899 | $482,720 |
| 2021 | $26,962 | $2,366,294 | $1,893,039 | $473,255 |
| 2019 | $26,235 | $2,296,111 | $1,836,892 | $459,219 |
| 2018 | $25,697 | $2,251,090 | $1,800,875 | $450,215 |
| 2016 | $23,927 | $2,163,680 | $1,730,946 | $432,734 |
| 2015 | $23,429 | $2,131,180 | $1,704,946 | $426,234 |
| 2014 | $20,818 | $1,881,000 | $1,504,800 | $376,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Robert Lounsbury
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Dominique Lane
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Tenant's Agent in 2026
Dominique Lane
Vista Sotheby’s International Realty
(310) 292-9156
6 in this area
19 Total Sales
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Christina Kaminsky-Phillips
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Christina Kaminsky-Phillips
eXp Realty of California, Inc
(310) 873-8462
7 in this area
48 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SB26002616
APN: 4169-016-001
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