Less than a mile from the beach, this fully renovated mid-century surf retreat pairs distinctive designer style with an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. With renovations completed in 2023 and set within an intimate six-unit building, the first-floor residence welcomes you into a dramatic sunken living room where a floating staircase creates a striking architectural focal point. Refinished white-oak floors, a marble-clad gas fireplace and open sightlines connect the living room, dining area and large chef's kitchen. The kitchen features handmade Heath Ceramics tile, stainless-steel appliances, a new vent hood, microwave/convection oven, open shelving and abundant storage, while Noguchi lighting adds a sculptural touch to the dining space. Both bedrooms offer en-suite bathrooms with skylights that fill the spaces with natural light. The primary bathroom includes a walk-in shower and backlit mirror, while the spacious primary bedroom provides generous storage and a large built-in safe. Double-pane, sound-reducing windows with custom adjustable shades add privacy and comfort throughout.Designed for the coastal lifestyle, the private patio offers a separate rear entrance and convenient storage for bikes, surfboards and other outdoor equipment. Come home after a day at the beach, store your gear and rinse off in the outdoor shower, thoughtfully constructed with a French-drain system. Enjoy morning coffee or dine alfresco beneath the shaded pergola, surrounded by trellised greenery, steel planters and lush foliage that create a peaceful garden retreat.The home includes one carport parking space with an EV charger, plus a separate storage unit. Located on a walkable, tree-lined street near the beach, local public and private schools, Loyola Marymount University and commuter routes, with convenient street-parking options nearby. Also nearby is the new Lulu's Place, a $170-million, 34-acre nonprofit philanthropic campus scheduled to open in 2027, bringing academic, athletic and wellness programming together with tennis and pickleball courts, soccer fields, walking paths and a dog park. A truly special Playa del Rey home with architectural character, thoughtful design and laid-back coastal style.