435 8th St, Hermosa Beach, CA, 90254
About This Home
Experience laid-back coastal living in this cozy Hermosa Beach bungalow — a cozy home retreat just moments from the sand designed for those looking to reduce their carbon footprint while enjoying the beach lifestyle. Beyond its charm, this lot comes with exciting future potential plans to build a single family home with a Jr. ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit), making it a rare opportunity whether you're dreaming of a cottage by the sea, an income-generating property, or multi-generational beach retreat. The groundwork has already been done for you. (Buyers are encouraged to check with the City.) Perfect for a weekend getaway, beachside escape, or future development opportunity, this one-bedroom, one-bath hideaway offers the ultimate in relaxed living. Three sets of French doors open to a welcoming porch, filling the space with natural light and ocean breezes, while the private rear outdoor space provides a quiet spot to unwind after a day at the beach. Whether you envision building a new home or simply enjoying the existing cottage by the sea, the possibilities are exceptional. Enjoy being just steps from the ocean and all that Hermosa has to offer. Leave the car behind and immerse yourself in the best of coastal living. Compact, stylish, and full of character, this bungalow captures the essence of tranquil living with the upside of future development. You can see the ocean from the front door.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Very Limited Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1923
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Oven,Microwave
- Laundry features: Outside
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Cooling
- Cooling features: None
Features
- Breakfast Bar,Ceiling Fan(s),All Bedrooms Down
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 480 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 4187014011
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Peek-A-Boo
Lot
- Lot size: 1,002 sqft
- Features: Back Yard
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Heat Wave
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Los Angeles County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $5,809 | $69,708 |
| Home Insurance * | $146 | $1,752 |
| Property Taxes | $1,042 | $12,504 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $7,395 | $88,740 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Price change | $1,099,000 |
| 2026-07-30 | Listed for sale | $1,149,000 |
| 2026-07-17 | Contingent | $1,149,000 |
| 2026-06-25 | Price change | $1,149,000 |
| 2026-05-14 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000 |
| 2024-09-13 | Listing removed | $3,200 |
| 2024-08-25 | Price change | $3,200 |
| 2024-08-05 | Price change | $3,400 |
| 2024-07-25 | Listed for rent | $3,600 |
| 2020-04-14 | Sold | $812,000 |
| 2020-03-19 | Pending sale | $859,000 |
| 2020-01-22 | Listed for sale | $859,000 |
| 2019-12-01 | Listing removed | $897,000 |
| 2019-09-12 | Price change | $897,000 |
| 2019-08-23 | Listed for sale | $997,000 |
| 2019-07-15 | Listing removed | $997,000 |
| 2019-04-22 | Price change | $997,000 |
| 2019-02-13 | Listed for sale | $1,073,999 |
| 2015-12-14 | Sold | $778,000 |
| 2015-08-23 | Price change | $799,000 |
| 2015-07-31 | Listed for sale | $815,000 |
| 2015-02-03 | Listing removed | $2,100 |
| 2015-01-27 | Price change | $2,100 |
| 2015-01-10 | Listed for rent | $2,250 |
| 2013-10-26 | Listing removed | $2,050 |
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