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838 Cypress Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA, 90254

--beds
10baths
4,538sqft
$4,200,000
$926price/sqft
$25,089/moest. monthly cost
$1,003,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

838 Cypress Avenue is a two-building structure that has a total of 10 studio units (4 units in the front building and 6 units in the rear building). This property is an exceptional investment opportunity in one of Hermosa Beach's most desirable neighborhoods. Perfectly positioned west of Pacific Coast Highway, 838 Cypress Avenue offers an unbeatable coastal lifestyle just blocks from the sand, surf, and vibrant downtown. Everyday conveniences are just minutes away, including grocery stores, coffee shops, pharmacies, and local services. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby parks, the Greenbelt walking trail, and numerous recreational opportunities throughout the South Bay. The property is served by the highly regarded Hermosa Beach City School District, with Hermosa View School and Hermosa Valley School nearby, making the location attractive to a wide range of tenants and residents. Whether you're seeking a long-term investment or an exceptional coastal asset, 838 Cypress Avenue combines an irreplaceable beach location with outstanding lifestyle amenities in one of Southern California's premier seaside communities.This property has had its front building deck/roof replaced in November 2025 and is in full compliance with the SB -721 Ordinance.

Getting Around

90
WalkingVery Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
81
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

10/10
Hermosa Vista SchoolGrades 2-40.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1971

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Laundry features: Common Area

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bathrooms: 10

Features

  • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Heating

  • Heating features: Floor Furnace

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,538
  • Total interior livable area: 4,538 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 4187014052
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Entry location: Front
  • Pool features: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,298 sqft
  • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre

Parking

  • Total spaces: 13
  • Parking features: Assigned
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 4
  • Covered spaces: 13
  • Carport: Yes
  • Carport spaces: 9

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
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Inland Flooding
Heat Wave
Wildfire

FEMA Declared Disasters in Los Angeles County and California

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Fire
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
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Straight Line Winds
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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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $21,237$254,844
Home Insurance *$534$6,408
Property Taxes $2,345$28,140
Electricity $973$11,677
Total$25,089$301,068
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$860,194/yr
40% on housing$752,670/yr
45% on housing$669,040/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 10.3%
10.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.2%
1.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$926This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 90254$1,011
Los Angeles County$602

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 90254$1,308
Los Angeles County$610

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

DateEventPrice
2026-07-06Listed for sale$4,200,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentFrederick Okuda
BrokerageN. P. Property Management Inc.

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