One of the most prominent and historically significant residences in the South Bay, the Halfhill-Bell Queen Anne Colonial Revival Victorian mansion was built between 1903 and 1905 for Albert P. Halfhill, the inventor of tuna canning. Originally built overlooking MacArthur Park (then Westlake Park), the once grand home was purchased by the Bell family in 1983 and transported to Manhattan Beach where it underwent extensive restoration for the next 12 years. Decorative elements such as the foyer's fretwork plus the wainscoting, leaded and stained glass windows, pocket doors, and period lighting fixtures created an authentic Victorian showpiece. The home includes 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, front and rear parlors separated by pocket doors, formal dining room with built-in sideboard, spacious kitchen with butler's pantry, separate breakfast room, and a large multi-purpose third floor. The Bells received an award from the Los Angeles Conservancy as well as recognition from The Manhattan Beach Cultural Heritage Conservatory. The 600 square feet above the detached 3 car garage is electrical and plumbing ready for an ADU, home office, or Mother-in-laws suite. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to live in an architectural treasure while making memories for the future.
Sold for $2,775,000 on 06/05/24
Listing Provided by:
Maribel Mejia DRE #01956154 310-871-6931,
Realty ONE Group United,
Lisa Brende DRE #01392940 323-445-1868,
Compass
$2,775,000
1639 3rd St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
5beds
4,098sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
7,506 Square Feet Lot
$2,748,000 Zestimate®
$677/sqft
$4,771 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 05, 2024 at 08:42am
Listing Provided by:
Maribel Mejia DRE #01956154 310-871-6931,
Realty ONE Group United,
Lisa Brende DRE #01392940 323-445-1868,
Compass
Bought with:
Trevi O'Neill, DRE #01789549
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SB23188263
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Double Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Built-in Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, All Bedrooms Up, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Library, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,098 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 7,506 sqft
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 4164023021
- Zoning: MNRS
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Manhattan Beach
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
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Estimated market value
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