1400 Via Montemar
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Listing broker / agent: Estate Properties · Darren Pujalet · 310-613-1690 · CRMLS
MLS # SB26206565 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 15:11 UTC
About this property
Rich in history and architectural significance, this extraordinary three-bedroom, three-bath residence occupies 15,464 square feet of hillside in one of Palos Verdes Estates’ most coveted settings. From its elevated position, the home captures direct, unobstructed views across Palos Verdes Cove, whitewater & coastline to Malibu and the endless Pacific horizon. Designed and built by Richard Neutra, one of the 20th century’s most influential modernist architects, the residence reflects his enduring philosophy of connecting architecture, nature, light and landscape. Neutra’s celebrated works include the Lovell Health House in Los Feliz, the Kaufmann House in Palm Springs, and many other internationally recognized residential masterpieces. At 1,668 square feet, the home demonstrates the power of thoughtful design over sheer scale. Its steel construction, disciplined floor plan and carefully positioned use of glass create an intimate connection to the landscape while maximizing the extraordinary setting. The ocean is present throughout the home—from the primary bedroom, living room and dining room to the rooftop deck. The protected parkland to the south and open sightline toward the Pacific provide a rare sense of permanence to the view—an increasingly scarce quality in coastal real estate. A detached garage is complemented by a versatile flex space with its own full bath, offering an ideal guest suite, gym, studio or creative retreat. Whether entertaining, enjoying a quiet morning coffee or simply watching the changing light across the Pacific, this is a home designed around an experience. It offers not only a remarkable place to live, but the opportunity to own a piece of architectural history. For the buyer who understands architecture, this is more than real estate. It is a work of art, a piece of history and a lifestyle where the land, the architecture and the Pacific arrive together.
Property details
- MLS number
- SB26206565
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 4 Baths
- Living area
- 1,668 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.355 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1940
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 25
Building
- Year built
- 1940
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Custom
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Steel
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 4
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 3
- Main-level bathrooms
- 4
- Rooms
- Bonus Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Gas Oven
- Interior features
- Built In Features, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Primary Suite
- Flooring
- Carpet
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- See Remarks
- Accessibility features
- None
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Concrete, Open, Patio, Rooftop, Stone
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- Coastline, Ocean
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Curbs
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Montemalaga Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified · Palos Verdes Estates | K–5 | 0.5 mi |
| Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified · Rancho Palos Verdes | K–5 | 1.2 mi |
| Palos Verdes Intermediate (school website, opens in a new tab) Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified · Palos Verdes Estates | 6–8 | 1.3 mi |
| Palos Verdes High (school website, opens in a new tab) Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified · Palos Verdes Estates | 9–12 | 1.3 mi |
| Vista Grande Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified · Rancho Palos Verdes | K–5 | 1.6 mi |
| Silver Spur Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified · Rancho Palos Verdes | K–5 | 1.7 mi |
| Lunada Bay Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified · Palos Verdes Estates | K–5 | 1.9 mi |
| Riviera Elementary Torrance Unified · Torrance | K–5 | 2.0 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
- $3,695,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $3,695,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:58 | $3,695,000 |
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Property taxes
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Market trends in Palos Verdes Estates
Active residential homes for sale in Palos Verdes Estates, CA, available through this website's authorized feed. Includes residential subtypes; excludes rentals. Not the entire market or a valuation of this property.
Observed price activity · past 30 days
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