WOW! A scant 850 feet from the bluffs of Palos Verdes Estates (per Google Maps) sits this elegant 'beachie' farmhouse in Lower Lunada Bay. With ocean views on a 10,068' lot West of the Drive. Ocean cold? Swim in the heated salt water pool. Summer hot? Turn on the "Haiku" fan by "Big Ass Fans". Chef? Make jam from fig, peach & lemon trees. GE Profile 5 burner stove & supersilent Miele dishwasher. Recent upgrades include: Master bath's make-over with white subway tiles, black slate floors, long luxurious Carrara marble counter top with "Wetstyle" sink from Canada, stepless glass shower, in-wall-tank toilet by Duravit, Kohler Purist fixtures. The light-filled Master smiles with Benjamin Moore "White Dove" paint with views of the Pacific Ocean. Tankless water heater, copper plumbing, high efficiency HVAC system & remote access through your smart phone! High efficiency front loader washer/dryer by Electrolux. Marble stones with lava rock design dual gas fire places keep the home cozy in winter. The original hardwood windows have been lovingly restored; all interior doors & hardware replaced for a sleek, premium look. Hardwood floors throughout. Drought resistent landscaping saves water and creates and completes this home's perfect Southern California feel.
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
10,069 sq ftLot Size
$1,319Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Alison Clay-Duboff•DRE #01786922• RE/MAX Estate Properties
Bought with Lynn Kim•DRE #01476216• Keller Williams Palos Verdes
Location! Location! Location!! Fabulous street and location, on one of the most sought after locations in PVE with wonderful curb-appeal. One block from the bluff and within walking distance to PV High, no parking or traffic issue! One of the larger lots with almost double the width of the other homes on the frontage. Great potential for add-on or remodeling! Updated kitchen is open to the great room, fireplace is open to both living room and great room. Spacious backyard with huge patio and a salt water pool, great for gathering or entertaining. Sitting high up from the street with 3 large bdrms, 2 with ocean and sunset views. All rooms are bright and airy. Seller is relocating out of area, priced to sell.
Public Records
Dec 2, 2003
Sold
$1,160,000
$527/sq ft
CRMLS #V350589
Dec 3, 2003
Sold
$1,172,000
$533/sq ft
Sep 23, 2003
Listed
$1,219,000
$554/sq ft
+1
Great location, one block from the bluff! One of the largest lot with almost double the width of others on the block! Plenty of potential for add-on or remodeling! Wonderful curb-appeal in one of the most sought-after locations in PVE. 3 large bdrms, two with ocean and sunset views. All bedrooms are bright and airy. Living/dinning rm. also have lovely ocean/sunset views. Neighboring trees will be trimmed down by neighbor across street per/owner, which will increase view. Cozy family rm. off the Lock box will be on 9/27/03. All appt. should be confirmed with seller, then use the lock box. Tks.
Public Records
Jul 7, 1982
Sold
$390,000
$177/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,552 (+3.5%)
$1,584,628 + $575,795
$2,160,423
2024
$24,683 (+1.8%)
$1,584,628 + $575,795
$2,160,423
2023
$24,254 (+5.2%)
$1,553,557 + $564,505
$2,118,062
2022
$23,051
$1,523,096 + $553,437
$2,076,533
2021
$23,056 (+1.4%)
$1,493,232 + $542,586
$2,035,818
2020
$22,746 (+3.1%)
$1,463,953 + $531,948
$1,995,901
2019
$22,071 (+0.9%)
$1,448,942 + $526,494
$1,975,436
2018
$21,875 (+5.7%)
$1,420,532 + $516,171
$1,936,703
2017
$20,689 (−0.4%)
$1,365,372 + $496,128
$1,861,500
2016
$20,780 (+10.6%)
$1,365,372 + $496,128
$1,861,500
2015
$18,795 (+19.1%)
$1,338,600 + $486,400
$1,825,000
2014
$15,781 (+25.9%)
$1,076,000 + $269,000
$1,345,000
2012
$12,537 (+1.7%)
$905,400 + $226,600
$1,132,000
2011
$12,331 (−0.9%)
$827,000 + $207,000
$1,034,000
2010
$12,439 (−16.2%)
$827,000 + $207,000
$1,034,000
2009
$14,838 (+3.6%)
$827,000 + $207,000
$1,034,000
2008
$14,326
$1,024,585 + $256,144
$1,280,729
Tax history for 1608 Chelsea Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,552 (+3.5%)
$1,584,628 + $575,795
$2,160,423
2024
$24,683 (+1.8%)
$1,584,628 + $575,795
$2,160,423
2023
$24,254 (+5.2%)
$1,553,557 + $564,505
$2,118,062
2022
$23,051
$1,523,096 + $553,437
$2,076,533
2021
$23,056 (+1.4%)
$1,493,232 + $542,586
$2,035,818
2020
$22,746 (+3.1%)
$1,463,953 + $531,948
$1,995,901
2019
$22,071 (+0.9%)
$1,448,942 + $526,494
$1,975,436
2018
$21,875 (+5.7%)
$1,420,532 + $516,171
$1,936,703
2017
$20,689 (−0.4%)
$1,365,372 + $496,128
$1,861,500
2016
$20,780 (+10.6%)
$1,365,372 + $496,128
$1,861,500
2015
$18,795 (+19.1%)
$1,338,600 + $486,400
$1,825,000
2014
$15,781 (+25.9%)
$1,076,000 + $269,000
$1,345,000
2012
$12,537 (+1.7%)
$905,400 + $226,600
$1,132,000
2011
$12,331 (−0.9%)
$827,000 + $207,000
$1,034,000
2010
$12,439 (−16.2%)
$827,000 + $207,000
$1,034,000
2009
$14,838 (+3.6%)
$827,000 + $207,000
$1,034,000
2008
$14,326
$1,024,585 + $256,144
$1,280,729
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,071 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
2,031
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
7541009012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
Mar 17, 2020 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Direct Garage Access, Garage
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Inside, See Remarks
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Energy Star Appliances, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Ell, Formal Dining Room
Lot Features: Front Yard, Garden, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Taped
Parcel Number: 7541009012
Property Condition: Turnkey
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Rural
School Information
High School District: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.78469500
Longitude: -118.41633600
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,031
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,071 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 7541009012
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 57
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 57
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Alison
List Agent Last Name: Clay-Duboff
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: RE/MAX Estate Properties
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Lynn
Buyer Agent Last Name: Kim
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Keller Williams Palos Verdes
Around this home
Schools
Lunada Bay Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
Palos Verdes Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Palos Verdes High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
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