The Esplanade in Redondo Beach

Redondo Beach Pier

The Esplanade in Redondo Beach is one of the most desirable streets in the South Bay, combining beachfront access, ocean views, and a walkable neighborhood that draws both primary residents and investors. For anyone considering real estate in the South Bay, understanding what makes the Esplanade unique is worth the time.

Where Redondo Beach Fits in the South Bay

Redondo Beach is one of three beach cities in the South Bay area of Los Angeles County, sitting directly south of Hermosa Beach. What makes Redondo Beach unusual compared to its neighbors is that it is divided into two distinct areas. North Redondo Beach sits well inland, behind Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach, while South Redondo Beach fronts the Pacific Ocean and contains the neighborhoods most people associate with beach city living.

The Esplanade sits entirely in South Redondo Beach. It branches off from Catalina Avenue and runs parallel to the beachfront before merging with the roundabout at Paseo De La Playa and Calle Miramar near Miramar Park. As you drive or walk it, the street transitions from a corridor with buildings on both sides to a one-sided stretch where homes look directly over The Strand bike path and the Pacific beyond.

The Strand and the Marvin Braude Bike Trail

The Strand running below the Esplanade is a segment of the Marvin Braude Bike Trail, a continuous coastal path that begins at Pacific Palisades to the north and ends in Torrance to the south. For Esplanade residents, this means direct access to one of the most scenic bike and pedestrian routes in Los Angeles without getting in a car. On any given morning the trail draws cyclists, joggers, and walkers from across the South Bay.

Real Estate Along the Esplanade

The Esplanade is primarily residential, with a mix of single-family homes, condominiums, townhouses, and apartment buildings. What drives values here is the combination of location, walkability, and unobstructed ocean views that are increasingly rare as the South Bay builds out.

Pricing reflects that scarcity. Single bedroom condominiums have sold for $700,000 and above, while the single-family homes along the numbered Avenue streets that bisect the Esplanade command significantly more. Many of these homes have retained their original Spanish architectural details, giving the street a character that distinguishes it from newer construction elsewhere in the South Bay.

For buyers, the Esplanade represents a long-term hold. Beachfront inventory in Redondo Beach is limited, demand from Los Angeles buyers is consistent, and the walkability score is among the highest in the region. For investors, multi-unit properties along the Esplanade attract strong rental demand from tenants who prioritize beach access and the South Bay lifestyle.

What to Expect as a Buyer

Competition for Esplanade properties is consistent. Well-priced homes and condominiums rarely sit long, and buyers who also want the ability to renovate or remodel after purchase benefit from working with a contractor-broker who can assess both the property condition and its renovation potential before making an offer.

At Levine Homes Real Estate & Construction, we work with buyers throughout Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Manhattan Beach. As a licensed general contractor and real estate broker, we bring a builder's eye to every property we show — identifying structural issues, estimating renovation costs, and helping buyers understand what a home can become, not just what it is today.

Dining, Shopping, and Lifestyle

Esplanade residents are within walking distance of two distinct commercial areas. To the north, the Redondo Beach Pier anchors a waterfront dining and entertainment district with restaurants, bars, and the Redondo Beach Marina. To the south, Riviera Village offers over 300 retail, dining, and commercial establishments in a walkable, neighborhood-scale setting that draws residents from across the South Bay.

The combination of beach access, retail walkability, and residential character makes the Esplanade one of the most complete neighborhoods in Redondo Beach.

Thinking About Buying in Redondo Beach?

If you are considering a home or investment property along the Esplanade or elsewhere in Redondo Beach, contact Levine Homes Real Estate & Construction. We serve buyers and sellers throughout Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Redondo Beach with the combined expertise of a licensed contractor and real estate broker.

Call (310) 796-9088 or email info@levinehomes.com.