Catalina Island ~ Duplex for sale! This 2-unit property is arguably in the best location on the flats of Avalon. Lower Descanso Ave. is 1 block from the front street beaches, shops, and restaurants. Recently updated the upstairs owner's unit 2 bedroom 2 bathroom has beautiful finishings, from the flooring to the appliances, this unit has it all. Open floor plan kitchen, dining room, and living room flow out onto the sunny balcony which provides additional living space and a beautiful view of the neighborhood and hillsides. The lower unit is a 2 bedroom 1 bathroom that can be kept as a separate guest house or rented out to provide income. An outside laundry area and water heater services both units. Built in 1919, this 1,242 sq. ft. +/- unit has been upgraded and maintained well. Avalon is a great place to live and call home. Catalina Island is also a great place to work remotely and embrace living in close proximity to the ocean and all it has to offer. Play pickleball, paddle an outrigger, scuba dive, play golf, fish the coast of the island or go offshore to paddy hop or fish the deep blue sea, all easily accessed from your Avalon home base. Seize the day and make this property your slice of paradise.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Contemporary, Custom
Year Built: 1919
Stories: 2
Living Area: 1,242 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Catalina Realtors
Office Phone: (310) 386-4928
Listing Agent: Jordan Lake
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Dryer, Washer
Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
Interior: Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Partially Furnished, Quartz Counters, Storage, Bedroom on Main Level
Fireplace: None
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 4
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
View: Hills, Neighborhood
Exterior: Awning(s)
Parking Information:
Parking: On Street
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Rectangular Lot
Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Ductless, Electric
Cooling: Ductless, Electric
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Directions Information:
Directions: Catalina Island ~ Take Pebblly Beach Rd. to Claressa Ave. turn left, right on 3rd St., left on Descanso Ave.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $1,395,000
Price Per SqFt: $1,123/SqFt
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #SB24241999
Listing Office:
Office Name: Catalina Realtors
Office Phone: (310) 386-4928
Listing Agent: Jordan Lake
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Point Fermin Elementary School
3333 S Kerckhoff Ave
Distance between this listing and this school25.82 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
6
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White Point Elementary School
1410 Silvius Ave
Distance between this listing and this school25.90 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
7
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South Shores Magnet School
2060 W 35th St
Distance between this listing and this school26.31 miles
Public District Grades 1-5
Nearby Schools
4
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Dana Middle School
1501 S Cabrillo Ave
Distance between this listing and this school26.92 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
9
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Miraleste Intermediate School
29323 Palos Verdes Dr E
Distance between this listing and this school28.45 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
7
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Ethel Dwyer Middle School
1502 Palm Ave
Distance between this listing and this school29.26 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
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Avalon K - 12 School
200 Falls Canyon Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.42 miles
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Angel's Gate (Continuation)
3607 S Gaffey St
Distance between this listing and this school25.73 miles
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San Pedro High School
1001 W 15th St
Distance between this listing and this school26.87 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $64,750. The majority of Los Angeles County, CA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
This home is located at 229 Descanso Ave in Avalon, CA and zip code 90704 in the Santa Catalina Island neighborhood. This 1,242 square foot home, which was built in 1919, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 02, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,395,000.
While more than 1428 listings in Los Angeles County, CA in November 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 532 listings sold at asking price, and more than 1495 were sold below. Between October 2024 and November 2024, Los Angeles County, CA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 4.7%. While the average time on the market in November 2024 was 35 days, the median list price was $901,639.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.