118 3rd Street
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Listing broker / agent: Gold Star Realty - Encino · Amanda Leigh Weier · CRMLS
MLS # 26855053 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 23:58 UTC
About this property
Located a 1/2 block from one of the most pristine beaches in California, this inviting 4 bed, 3.5 bath Old Town Seal Beach home spans over 2800 sf and provides ample space for entertaining as it balances coastal relaxation with retro small-town charm and modern convenience. A sunken living room with recessed lighting, custom shutters, a cozy bay window-seat and a gas-burning fireplace, greets you upon entering. The floor-plan then seamlessly flows toward a welcoming, well-appointed kitchen, with stainless steel appliances and granite counters. Past the kitchen, the open-concept dining room and den area transition to a private courtyard, ideal for gatherings. Upstairs, at opposite ends of the home, discover 2 luxurious primary suites, each boasting their own spa-like bathroom. In between are 2 nicely sized guest rooms and a thoughtfully updated guest bath, providing an abundance of options for family and visitors. A smartly realized pass-through office leads to a stairwell that brings you up to a fabulous rooftop deck, equipped with a fire pit, which creates the perfect setting for star-gazing, catching holiday fireworks or unwinding with friends. But that's not all! This well-loved home also offers paid-off solar, central AC, a dedicated laundry room, a 2 car garage with a generous amount of storage, and a dog run. Iconic Main Street is mere blocks to the south and oozes timeless beach-town vibes, with Mom & Pop shopping and quaint dining options, as well as a picturesque view of Seal Beach Pier, the second-longest wooden pier in California. Head north a few blocks and you'll find every other kind shopping and dining option imaginable, from the shops at 2nd & PCH, featuring Whole Foods, Sephora, Lululemon, Vouri, Brodard & Beachwood Brewery, to Gelsons, Trader Joes, The Crab Pot, Schooner or Later and so more! This is a special property, ideally situated in the enchanting area affectionately known as "Mayberry of the Sea", offers a rare opportunity for one lucky buyer. **Seller plans to look at offers as they come.
Property details
- MLS number
- 26855053
- Status
- Active Under Contract (Backup)
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 4 Baths
- Living area
- 2,858 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.0674 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1980
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 83
Building
- Year built
- 1980
- Architectural style
- Cottage
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 3
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Den, Living Room, Office, Other
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Recessed Lighting, Sunken Living Room, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Bamboo, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas Starter, Living Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Furnishing
- Furnished Or Unfurnished
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Door Multi, Garage, Side By Side
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Open, Patio, Porch, Rooftop
Utilities & community
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| J. H. McGaugh Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Alamitos Unified · Seal Beach | K–5 | 0.9 mi |
| Naples Elementary Long Beach Unified · Long Beach | K–5 | 1.3 mi |
| Lowell Elementary Long Beach Unified · Long Beach | K–5 | 2.0 mi |
| Rogers Middle Long Beach Unified · Long Beach | 6–8 | 2.0 mi |
| Kettering Elementary Long Beach Unified · Long Beach | K–5 | 2.1 mi |
| Eunice Sato Academy of Math & Science Long Beach Unified · Long Beach | 9–12 | 2.6 mi |
| Fremont Elementary Long Beach Unified · Long Beach | K–5 | 2.8 mi |
| Francis Hopkinson Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Alamitos Unified · Los Alamitos | K–5 | 2.9 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $2,599,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $2,599,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2026 11:50 | $2,599,000 |
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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