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n the most coveted stretch
of North Hermosa Beach,
1836 The Strand is an irre-
placeable 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, multigener-
ational 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 reno-
vations in 2019," agent Shawn Dugan 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 spectacu-
larly, 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 crit-
ical infrastructure upgrades to the electrical
systems, plumbing, and main sewer line, deliv-
ers 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," Dugan explains. Jutting out beyond
neighboring homes like a liberated ship on an
open sea, this epitome of the Southern Califor-
nia 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," 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
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