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fireplace, lofty views and a lavish isola-
tion from the world below. To dwell in this
immersive setting, where evenings culmi-
nate 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," 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. 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," says Dugan.
Every feature of 1836 The Strand builds
to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. "A maxi-
mized income property in great condition
that pushes beyond current setbacks is truly
rare," 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 strat-
egies 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, Dugan says, "I've
seen a lot of multifamily properties in this
area—this is one of the best."
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