Just Sold: Coastal Contemporary in Manhattan Beach's Sand Section
When our client bought 2303 Vista Drive in November 2024, it was the perfect Manhattan Beach home — until life pointed him toward a new community in Long Beach. Less than two years later, we listed it, staged it with a fresh contemporary look, and had it sold in 25 days for $3,265,000 — a testament to just how resilient demand remains in Manhattan Beach's Sand Section.
Steps from Grandview Elementary and a few short blocks to the beach, 2303 Vista is a thoughtfully designed coastal home built for indoor-outdoor living. The main living spaces sit on the top level, filled with natural light and centered around an open kitchen, dining, and living area that flows out to a private atrium — complete with a built-in Saber BBQ — perfect for al fresco dinners or quiet evenings at home.
The kitchen itself was a major selling point: a Sub-Zero refrigerator, GE double convection oven, Bosch dishwasher, and a built-in buffet bar with seating for four made it as functional as it is beautiful. Down the hall, a flexible bonus space off the living room — ideal as a den, playroom, gym, or office — added the kind of versatility today's buyers are actively searching for.
The middle level holds three bedrooms, including a primary suite with a custom walk-in closet, private balcony, and spa-like bath with dual vanities and a soaking tub. A private fourth bedroom suite on the lower level, with its own entrance and side yard, gave the home true flexibility for guests or extended stays — a layout feature we made sure came through clearly in our marketing.
To get the home market-ready, we brought in staging to give the interiors a more contemporary, move-in-ready feel, paired with fresh paint and a few turnkey upgrades, including a new roof coating. Once listed, the home generated strong interest quickly — and the buyer was brought to the table by an agent from our own office, making for a smooth, well-coordinated transaction from both sides.
There's a common rule of thumb that says you need to own a home for at least five years to come out ahead after buying and selling costs. 2303 Vista is a good example of why that rule doesn't always hold true in Manhattan Beach. In under two years, this home appreciated nearly 9% — a reflection of just how tight inventory remains in the Sand Section, and how much buyers continue to value proximity to the beach and top schools like Grandview Elementary.
For a broader look at how prices are trending across the neighborhood, check out our latest Manhattan Beach Market Report.
Curious what your Manhattan Beach home could sell for in today's market, or thinking about making a move yourself? Get a free home valuation or reach out to our team — we'd love to help you navigate it with the same care and strategy we brought to this sale.
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