1501 Palm Drive, Hermosa Beach, California 90254, Hermosa Beach, 90254 - 4 bed, 5 bath

1501 Palm Drive, Hermosa Beach, California 90254 home-pic-0

1501 Palm Drive

Hermosa Beach, California 90254

ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
CONDITION: EXCELLENT
4Beds
5Baths
2,975Sq Ft
3,993Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$4,495,000

SUMMARY

Analysis of 1501 Palm Drive, Hermosa Beach, California 90254 is currently available with a list price of $4,495,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Hermosa Beach Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Excellent
TeardownExcellent

Property is new construction or fully renovated.

Built in 2016, this Starr-designed luxury home falls within the 10-year window for excellent condition. The property features high-end Thermador appliances, premium mahogany windows and doors, a three-stop elevator, and a sophisticated rooftop summer kitchen. The use of reclaimed barn wood and limestone, combined with modern systems and no visible deferred maintenance, meets the highest quality standards.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Great Schools

    Elementary School: Hermosa View Elementary School (10/10). Middle School: Manhattan Beach Middle School (9/10). High School: Mira Costa High School (9/10).

  • Prime Coastal Location

    Situated just one block from the sand with a Walk Score of 90, this property offers a 'walker's paradise' lifestyle with immediate access to downtown Hermosa Beach's dining, shopping, and beaches.

  • Exceptional Rooftop Entertaining

    The sprawling 600-square-foot rooftop deck provides unblockable panoramic ocean views and is fully equipped with a summer kitchen, spa tub, and oversized sun beds for premier outdoor living.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • MLS Listing Discrepancy

    Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2975, other record living area = 2770.

  • Townhouse Configuration

    As a townhouse, the property may have shared walls and lacks the private yard space or total seclusion often sought in detached single-family residences at this price point.

  • Premium Price per Square Foot

    With a list price of nearly $4.5 million for under 3,000 square feet, the property commands a significant premium that may challenge buyers looking for more interior volume for their investment.

About 1501 Palm Drive

Renowned Starr-designed home located just one block off the sand and slightly north of downtown Hermosa Beach's cafes, spas, stores, restaurants, gyms, and so much more. Beach living is the name of the game. With inspiring front lit waves greeting you in the morning and soothing sunsets bidding you goodnight, 1501 Palm Drive is ready to welcome you. Consisting of approximately 2,975 square feet, with 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, a convenient 3-stop elevator, and unblockable point-to-point ocean views from your sprawling approximately ~600 square foot rooftop deck, this home is perfect for entertaining. Blending smooth white stucco with rough split limestone, weathered reclaimed barn wood, rich mahogany windows and doors, and copper paneling, this home is oozing with luxury and refinement at every turn. The well-appointed kitchen and great room offer a center island, pantry, and top-of-the-line Thermador appliances. Summer kitchen upstairs on the huge deck with a big spa tub, dinning table, elevated couch and oversized sun beds, all with dramatic, panoramic ocean views. Live "the-dream-location" in a home spacious enough for a large family, where one can park their car on Friday and not need to pick up the keys again until Monday. With an impressive walk score of 90, this home's location is a true "walker's paradise" where daily errands do not require a car. Time is our greatest resource and it is fleeting - this incredible home offers the perfect solution! Just bring your sunblock and get ready to soak up the laid-back beachside lifestyle.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Townhouse
Year Built
2016
Lot Size
3,993 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
5 (5 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Hermosa Beach Unified Schools

Hermosa View Elementary School

Grades K-3 • 0.6 mi

10/10

Opal Robinson Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 1.0 mi

9/10

Hermosa Valley Elementary School

Grades 4-8 • 0.3 mi

8/10

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds4.03.0
55%
Baths5.04.0
77%
Square foot2,9752,225.5
82%
Lot Size3,9934,799
45%
Price$4.50M$2.31M
91%
Price per sq ft$1.5K$1.0K
86%
Built year20161999
68%
HOA$0$250
23%
Days on market43183
9%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Jan 22, 2026

$4,495,000

Initial Listing

Sold

Oct 21, 2016

$3,150,000

Public Record

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