Welcome to 1401 Chestnut Avenue, a beautifully updated California coastal home nestled in one of Manhattan Beach's most desirable neighborhoods. This thoughtfully refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-level residence offers the perfect blend of timeless design, modern comfort, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. The bright, open-concept floor plan is filled with natural light and seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen spaces—creating an inviting atmosphere for both everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully appointed kitchen features a large center island, farmhouse sink, custom cabinetry, and a brand-new dishwasher, all flowing effortlessly into the spacious living and dining areas. Privately situated, the primary suite serves as a relaxing retreat with dual vanities, a glass-enclosed shower, and a classic clawfoot soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms, a versatile office or bonus space, and beautifully updated bathrooms—including all new toilets, a new vanity in the second bathroom, stylish new mirrors, and updated light fixtures—complete the thoughtfully designed interior. Step outside to a private backyard designed for year-round enjoyment. Complete with low-maintenance synthetic turf, a putting green, inviting outdoor living spaces, and charming café lighting, it's the perfect setting for family gatherings, entertaining friends, or relaxing in the coastal sunshine. A finished garage provides valuable flex space, perfect for a home gym, playroom, office, hobby room, or additional storage—offering versatility to fit your lifestyle. Recent improvements extend throughout the home, including fresh interior paint, new LED ceiling lighting, ceiling fans, brand-new dual-glazed glass, a freshly painted front exterior, enhanced curb appeal with new landscaping and colorful flowers, and numerous thoughtful upgrades that elevate both the home's style and functionality. Ideally located within walking distance of award-winning Meadows Elementary and just minutes from downtown Manhattan Beach, The Strand, world-class beaches, parks, shopping, and dining, this exceptional home offers the very best of the Manhattan Beach lifestyle. With central air conditioning, paid-for solar panels, and extensive recent improvements already completed, this move-in-ready home offers peace of mind, energy efficiency, and the opportunity to enjoy the best of Manhattan Beach living from day one.
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,557
Lot Size
4,901 sqft
Year Built
1947
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
0
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
SB26163211
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Recessed Lighting, Primary Suite
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Laundry
Laundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Solar
Total Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Attached Garage
Yes
Parking Features
Door Multi, Driveway, Garage
Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
Curbs, Sidewalks
$0
| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
10 | Meadows Avenue Elementary Elementary School |
N/A | Beach Cities Learning Center Private School |
N/A | Manhattan Beach Preschool Elementary School |
10 | Manhattan Beach Middle Middle School |
10 | Pacific Elementary Elementary School |
Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features