The "tree house," as this Manhattan Beach Mira Costa neighborhood home is affectionately referred to, has a bright and welcoming atmosphere. with the privacy afforded by tree canopies that are awe-inspiring.
Located in the ideal neighborhood where walking to school is the norm, this home combines luxury, comfort, and convenience in a prime setting. Spanning three floors, it includes five generous bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, and a lower level perfect for your teen or office. With a total of 3,133 square feet, it offers ample space for an executive family with school-age children.
The high-end finishes and charming wood flooring highlight meticulous attention to detail and a warm ambiance. The open floor plan encourages a seamless flow between living areas, perfect for entertaining or family time. The spacious living/dining “great room” features a cozy fireplace, ideal for chilly beach evenings, while the adjacent dual sliding doors lead to a large deck for enjoying California's pleasant year-round climate.
The bedrooms: On the second floor, two large bedrooms connected by a “Jack and Jill” bathroom. With one bedroom that has a sliding door to a private patio. Ascend to the third floor, where the expansive primary bedroom retreat awaits, complete with a gas electronic lit fireplace, a private morning coffee balcony, a walk-in closet, and a luxurious bathroom with a steam shower and separate deep tub. An additional bedroom on this floor has a private balcony; both bedrooms overlook a tranquil zen garden adorned with spectacular privacy providing canopy trees. The fifth bedroom at the top of the stairs offers an easy retreat with city-light views.
The exterior of this 7,447-square-foot lot offers comfortable outdoor spaces for sunny afternoons. The front yard offers shade from possibly the oldest trees in Manhattan Beach, with a canopy that can be seen from blocks away. The backyard is perfect for entertaining and barbecues.
The highly regarded Manhattan Beach schools, including Mira Costa High School and Pennekamp Elementary, are just a short stroll away—review their impressive GreatSchools.com ratings.
This location provides convenient access to LAX, freeways, the vibrant South Bay beach cities, and all the excitement Los Angeles has to offer.
Listed by Vincent Serhan
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License #01254997
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Vista Sotheby's International Realty
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310-896-6088
Last updated February 12, 2025
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Source: CRMLS #PV24226808
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodEastside Manhattan Beach
Bedrooms5
Bathrooms2
Days on Prevu305
Size3,133 sqft
Price per sqft$1,176
Amenities
Dishwasher
Private Outdoor Space
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Parking
Location
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Listing History
01/02/2025
Price Decreased
$3,685,000
11/08/2024
Listed by Vista Sotheby's International Realty
$3,795,000
Property Details for 1561 Curtis Avenue
Association
Amenities
Community Features: Biking, Dog Park, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Lake, Park, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Water Sports
Exterior
Construction
Number Of Units Total: 1
Property Condition: Turnkey
Stories Total: 2
Structure Type: House
Window Features: Custom Covering(s), Drapes, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Screens
Year Built: 1962
Architectural Style: Contemporary, Patio Home
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1st floor
Exterior Features: Barbecue, Lighting
Features
Fencing: New Condition
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Deck, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Porch, Terrace
Road Frontage Type: City Street
View: City Lights, Park/Greenbelt, Panoramic
Measurements
Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Level, Sprinkler System, Walkstreet, Yard
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Lot Size Area: 7,447
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 7,447
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 4163019025
Interior
Features
Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer
Fireplace Features: Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Furnished, Living Room Deck Attached, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Wired For Data, All Bedrooms Up, Bedroom On Main Level, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer, Jack And Jill Bath, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
Measurements
Living Area: 3,133
Living Area Source: Estimated
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Rooms
Basement: Finished
Has Basement: Yes
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms One Quarter: 1
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
Bedrooms Total: 5
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 4
Other
Features
Accessibility Features: Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Location
Tax Block: 77
Tax Lot: 26
Parking
Parking
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Covered, Direct Access, Door-Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Private, Garage Faces Side, Workshop In Garage
Parking Total: 4
Schools
High School
High School District: Manhattan Unified
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Central
Has Heating: Yes
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
Sewer: Sewer Tap Paid
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Public
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