Sunday Opens: 4/13/14

Tuning in here at MBC, you know we're kinda focused on promoting 743 29th St., Dave's new listing in the Tree Section. (Open 1-4pm on Sunday.)

We had all hands on deck for the brokers' open Friday and did not get to see other properties. So this week, our open house post will run just brief excerpts of the official descriptions, rather than our usual reviews. This way we can bring you something about all of the new listings.

But to take a tour of our gorgeous Napa Farmhouse at 743 29th St., see This new video courtesy of South Bay DIGS magazine. We're on the cover this week, and DIGS shot this video for us to go along with that.

As always, to plan your open-house tours for this week, try this Redfin map list of open houses, or click here for the Beach Reporter list of opens.

Sand Section

124 23rd (3br/4ba, 2050 sq. ft.) is 3-story new construction in the "Plantation" style just a few doors up from the sand midtown. Here are some excerpts from the listing description:

"Gorgeous panoramic ocean views abound in this 2014 quality built Plantation Style Beach Home sitting on a hill just 4 doors from the beach.... The master suite opens to an ocean view balcony and is attached to a master bathroom filled with fabulous amenities and a freestanding Victoria Albert soaking tub, perfect for relaxing."

"An open concept Great Room with its European distressed white oak hardwood floors opens up to a large, bright ocean view Kitchen with Thermador stainless steel appliances, professional range with 6 burners, double oven, pantry, enlarged center island and Calcutta marble countertops. Panoramic ocean views are further enhanced by balcony doors that accordion..."

124 23rd starts at $3.399M and is open Sat. & Sun. 2-5pm.

3109 Vista (3br/4ba, 2400 sq. ft.) is a newer (2003) TH. Here's are some excerpts from the listing description:

"[T]his freestanding townhome leaves nothing to the imagination! Top-caliber finishes at every turn include wide-plank cherry floors, glazed cabinetry, custom shutters, hand carved arched entry door, elevator service, and air conditioning."

"Exceptionally spacious with over 2,400 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, plus an expansive great room, two tiled decks, and a chef's kitchen... 2 car garage plus 2 car guest parking."

3109 Vista starts at $2.050M and is open Sat. & Sun. 2-4pm.

319 36th St., Unit B (2br/3ba, 1600 sq. ft.) is a somewhat remodeled, very bright ocean-view TH with surprisingly nice views. It sold before the first open house last year for $1.214M; this year it's had some upgrades and is asking $1.299M. Here are some excerpts of the listing description:

"This picture perfect home epitomizes the beach lifestyle, located steps to town - and to the surf. The upstairs living space receives plenty of natural light from the many windows, skylights and two open air decks, full of charm and all focused on the impressive sand and surf views toward Malibu."

"Bonus room, laundry room and 2 car garage are located on the ground level, as well as a third deck with an in-ground spa. The second level includes two spacious master suites and formal entry. Upstairs the living spaces, kitchen and decks extend in an open and inviting floor plan with high ceilings, perfect for entertaining and admiring daily sunsets."

319 36th St., Unit B is asking $1.299M and is open Sat. & Sun. 1-4pm.

East MB

1713 Harkness (3br/2ba, 1500 sq. ft.) is a somewhat remodeled Liberty Village cottage. From the official listing description:

"Hardwood floors throughout as well as crown molding. This home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms plus a nice family room. Built-in entertainment center in the family room and a brick fireplace. Sliding door off family room leads to beautiful newly landscaped backyard and patio which is perfect for entertaining. You can walk to schools, parks and shopping from this desirable location."

1713 Harkness starts at $1.250M and is open Sat. & Sun. 2-4pm.

1205 Wendy (3br/2ba, 1700 sq. ft.) is a newly expanded and remodeled cottage in Liberty Village. From the official listing description:

"This lovely home has been renovated from the ground up. Three bedrooms, two baths, family room with vaulted beamed ceilings and a fireplace with sliders to the patio and yard."

"The kitchen is the heart of the home with high end appliances, limestone counters and plenty of workspace and storage. The master bedroom has patio access, vaulted ceilings and an en suite bath finished in Carrara marble."

1205 Wendy starts at $1.349M and is open Sat. & Sun. 2-4pm.

1608 Magnolia (3br/2ba, 1950 sq. ft.) returned to market this week after several weeks off. (It had debuted in February.)

This is a nicely updated home with the master suite built up over the garage, and the other 2br downstairs. The back of the home, with kitchen and great room, has 2-story-high ceilings, while the formal living room up front gets afternoon light.

There's a very tasteful, modern flair to all of the work, including the kitchen and baths. A "disappearing," big, glass slider opens the family room to the very private back patio for an indoor/outdoor feel.

1608 Magnolia starts at $1.499M and is open Sat. & Sun. 2-4pm.