214 El Porto Street

Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Life in the Sand Section of Manhattan Beach isn’t just about where you live—it’s about how your day unfolds. Mornings begin slowly. Coffee on the balcony as the marine layer lifts, ocean air drifting in, the rhythm of a beach town waking up. From there, it’s an easy stroll to the Strand—walk-to-Strand mornings that never get old—whether it’s a walk, a bike ride, or dropping the kids off near Grand View Elementary School with the Pacific just steps away. Inside, the home complements that lifestyle with elevated design and thoughtful functionality. High-end appliances anchor a beautifully appointed kitchen, paired with custom finishes that bring warmth, texture, and craftsmanship throughout. The open-concept top level is designed for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining, where living, dining, and kitchen spaces flow together under natural light and sunset ocean views. A rare offering for this location and size, the home features four bedrooms plus a dedicated family room, creating flexibility that’s hard to find in the Sand Section. Whether it’s a media space, kids’ hangout, or secondary living area, it adds comfort and usability that sets the home apart. Midday, the lifestyle shifts effortlessly. Surf checks become routine, spontaneous sessions in the water just because conditions look right. Neighbors are like-minded people who chose this pocket for the same reason: a shared appreciation for the beach and pace of life. By afternoon, everything you need is within reach. A short walk or ride takes you into downtown Manhattan Beach, where high-end restaurants, cafés, and boutique shops line the streets. Yet you’re also minutes from slipping out of the city—making business appointments or heading to the Westside without getting stuck in congestion. Evenings are where it all comes together. Sunset ocean views paint the sky, and indoor-outdoor entertaining becomes second nature—doors open, conversation flowing, the kind of setting that makes people want to stay longer. What makes this lifestyle truly rare is something you can’t build more of: land. The Sand Section remains one of the most limited and sought-after coastal enclaves in Southern California—because they’re not making any more of it. This is more than a home. It’s a daily rhythm shaped by the ocean, thoughtful design, and a level of access, flexibility, and ease that defines Manhattan Beach at its best.

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