A Masterclass in Coastal Versatility With Vast Views and Unlimited Investment Potential Makes Waves on the North Hermosa Strand
On the most coveted stretch of North Hermosa Beach, 1836 The Strand is an irreplaceable architectural gem. A meticulously renovated five-unit coastal haven with sweeping, unobstructed ocean views, this premier asset is a grand vision for ambition, whether utilized as a high-yield investment vehicle or a sprawling, multigenerational beach compound. Much like the infinite Pacific itself, the potential here is limitless.
Rarely does the market yield such a shore thing. Spanning 3,908 square feet with a versatile 11-bedroom, 7-bath footprint across five beautifully finished units, this maximized income opportunity has been upgraded in recent years.
“The owners completed extensive renovations in 2019,” agent Shawn Dugan of Strand Hill | Forbes Global Properties notes. “Everything was redone at that time.”
Exuding aesthetic simplicity, the interior beams bright and exquisite, a contemporary canvas of fresh white walls, warm wood floors, polished surfaces and large expanses of glass that capture the pleasures of the picturesque. Most spectacularly, the sunlight that shifts from a soft golden dawn to rich amber dusk, casting a glow on the coastal panoramas that effortlessly stretch from Malibu to Catalina Island. Every painstakingly executed detail of this overhaul, including critical infrastructure upgrades to the electrical systems, plumbing, and main sewer line, delivers turn-key confidence to the next owner.
Along with its “to the studs” renovation, this property commands attention with a building that breathes. Grandfathered beyond current setbacks, maximizing both its size and income potential, it is beyond value.
“The property has a unique profile that simply cannot be replicated today,” Shawn Dugan explains.
Jutting out beyond neighboring homes like a liberated ship on an open sea, this epitome of the Southern California beach lifestyle enjoys a unique panorama and wider view corridor. In that respect, the agent states, it feels more like a double corner lot than a standard spot on The Strand.
Arguably the most exceptional feature of the property is not what is built, but what is leveraged: its position. Location is everything in real estate, but position is prime, and for 1836 The Strand, it simply doesn’t get better.
“The property has one of the best locations in North Hermosa,” Shawn Dugan affirms. Sitting neatly between 16th and 22nd Streets, the dwelling offers quick proximity to the vibrant offerings of the Pier and iconic local touchstones like Martha’s and the Bottle Inn. “It’s the sweet spot.”
How sweet? In this coveted pocket, the property enjoys a rare and significant buffer from Hermosa Avenue—a feature that sets it apart from homes further north of 24th Street, where The Strand directly butts up to the street and privacy is far harder to come by. Here, it is a prize. Step out to enjoy the lively, active energy of passing bikes and passersby while shielded from the bustle of the busy thoroughfare.
Inside, this property brims with possibility, featuring a sheer, uncompromised footprint that distinguishes it from any other beach retreat in its much-coveted milieu. Cleverly configured to balance privacy with communal luxury, the floor plan unfolds in five individual units (four with breath-taking ocean views). Perfectly arranged, three of the units span the first two floors of the building. Along with balconies on every level are two shared outdoor spaces that support dreamy indoor/outdoor living: a pleasant, ocean-facing patio at Strand level and an open-air deck above the garage—an elevated oasis perfect for gathering around the grill or stealing a moment’s peace.
The crown jewel is the penthouse. Perfectly poised as a potential owner’s suite, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath sanctuary features a cozy fireplace, lofty views and a lavish isolation from the world below. To dwell in this immersive setting, where evenings culminate in a fiery, dramatically framed descent of the sun into the sea, is to experience a pure state of suspension and escape.
“It’s like you’re in the clouds,” Shawn Dugan says of this top-floor splendor, marked by its unbroken line of sight to the long horizon.
Because the building extends further out onto the Strand than modern zoning laws allow neighboring homes to sit, the property defies modern limitations, pairing its heightened sense of seclusion with soaring coastline panoramas that add exhilaration to elevation.
Every feature of 1836 The Strand builds to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Up here, high above the hum of The Strand and sand beyond, “You really do feel like you’re on the top of the world. A maximized income property in great condition that pushes beyond current setbacks is truly rare,” Shawn Dugan explains.
The chance to call it home is rarer still—if not impossible. But in this front-row seat to The Strand, dreams come true. From combining personal use with a variety of long-term investment strategies to utilizing the space for short-term rentals or envisioning an enduring family compound, this trophy estate is far more than an address—it’s a legacy. One with exceptional walkability and connectivity to dining, shopping, and the beach, plus easy access to top schools, highways, and high-frequency destinations including LAX, Santa Monica, and downtown LA.
In his experience, which includes a recent comparable four-unit sale that closed at $12 million, Shawn Dugan says, “I’ve seen a lot of multifamily properties in this area—this is one of the best.”
Shawn Dugan | 310.265.3428 | DRE 01749343
Strand Hill | Forbes Global Properties
List Price: $8,699,000
Photography by Dan Solomon
