249 Rees St, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
SOLD
MAR 18, 2026

249 Rees St
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

Playa Del Rey
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 5,330 sqft

$4,800,000

Last Sold: Mar 18, 2026
2% below list $4.88M
$901/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $28,814/mo*

$4,800,000

Last Sold: Mar 18, 2026
2% below list $4.88M
$901/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $28,814/mo*
5 Beds
4 Baths
5,330 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Nestled atop the coveted Playa del Rey Bluffs, this exceptional five-bedroom, five-bathroom residence offers an extraordinary coastal lifestyle with sweeping, unobstructed views. Ideally located just minutes from LAX, Playa Vista, Culver City, and Santa Monica, the home showcases some of the most dramatic vistas in Los Angeles, capturing the marina, city skyline, and water with breathtaking 180-degree panoramas. Upon entry, an expansive open floor plan immediately draws you in, designed to frame the views from nearly every angle. Rich hardwood floors run throughout, while the main living level is thoughtfully dedicated to entertaining, featuring a warm fireplace and oversized sliding bay windows that open to a spacious outdoor deck perfect for taking in the ocean breeze and unforgettable sunsets. The chef's kitchen serves as the heart of the home, anchored by a large stone-topped island ideal for both daily living and hosting. Outfitted with premium stainless steel appliances, including a commercial-grade gas range and oven, built-in microwave, and dishwasher, the kitchen is both functional and refined. An adjacent den or breakfast nook adds flexibility for casual dining or work-from-home needs. The upper level is reserved for the primary suite, a true private retreat with commanding marina and city views. Vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams create a sense of volume and warmth, while the oversized walk-in closet offers custom built-ins for exceptional storage. The spa-inspired primary bath features dual modern vanities, a freestanding soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower wrapped in floor-to-ceiling stone. On the lower level, a fully equipped in-law accessory dwelling unit provides outstanding versatility. Complete with its own kitchen, fireplace, and private balcony, this space is ideal for guests, extended family, or additional living flexibility. The bedroom on this level also features a fireplace and opens to a private patio, enhancing its retreat-like feel. Additional highlights include a two-car garage and ample street parking for guests. Public records reflect approximately 4,153 square feet; the property has been independently measured at approximately 5,300 square feet. Buyer to verify all square footage and permitted status to their satisfaction. This is a rare opportunity to experience elevated coastal living in one of Playa del Rey's most sought-after locations an entertainer's dream and a serene sanctuary by the sea.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from March 19, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$901/sqft
Listed
134 days ago

Home Details for 249 Rees St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5330 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Freezer, Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Line to RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In Unit,Gas Or Electric Dryer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Den, Living RoomSpa: NoneHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Stone Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: Multi/SplitFloors: Hardwood, Stone Tile
View
Has a ViewView: City, City Lights, Marina, River, Ocean, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Peek-A-Boo, Hills, Creek/Stream, Coastline
Security
Security: Alarm System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: None
Parking & Garage
No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage - 2 Car
Pool
Pool: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Contemporary
Building
Not Attached Property

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $4,875,000Price Per Sqft: $901/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Feb 09 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Playa Del Rey

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 5330 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6207.3 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 26642075Water ViewWater View: Marina, River, Ocean, Creek/Stream, Coastline
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Robert Crawford DRE # 01956587, (323) 310-2998
WE ARE REALTY INC, (310) 363-0452
Juan Masso DRE # 02004748, (323) 810-6855
WE ARE REALTY INC, (310) 363-0452
Bought with: Mattia Veloz DRE # 01463036, Coldwell Banker-Campbell Rltrs, (714) 960-6384
Source: CLAW, MLS#26642075

Price History for 249 Rees St

DatePriceEventSource
03/20/2026$18,499ListingRemovedCLAW #26634777
03/18/2026$4,800,000Sold
CLAW #26642075
02/09/2026$4,875,000PendingCLAW #26642075
01/26/2026$4,875,000Listed For SaleCLAW #26642075
01/09/2026$18,499Listed For RentCLAW #26634777
01/25/2025$17,999ListingRemovedCLAW #24-464063
01/04/2025$4,499,000PriceChange
CLAW #24-463417
12/05/2024$17,999PriceChange
CLAW #24-464063
12/05/2024$4,749,000PriceChange
CLAW #24-463417
11/15/2024$19,999Listed For RentCLAW #24-464063
11/14/2024$4,999,000Listed For SaleCLAW #24-463417
02/17/2022ListingRemovedCLAW #21-108049
11/29/2021$4,999,000Listed For SaleCLAW #21108049
06/01/2017$2,000,000Sold
N/A
04/06/2001$1,680,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Los Angeles

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$981K
$11.33K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.2%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$632
$2
MoM
Available listings
8021
445
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$28,134
Assessment$2,321,169
Home facts updated by county records

Homeowner tools

Estimated monthly rent$8,217/mo

Comparable Sales for 249 Rees St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.04
Single-Family Home
$3,700,000
01/30/26
4
4.5
3,146
0.27
Single-Family Home
$3,300,000
05/12/26
5
4
3,879
0.32
Single-Family Home
$3,350,000
05/04/26
5
4
4,700
0.28
Single-Family Home
$3,410,000
05/18/26
6
5
4,557
0.29
Single-Family Home
$3,470,000
04/10/26
5
4.5
4,322
0.17
Single-Family Home
$2,100,000
09/05/25
4
3
3,068
0.14
Single-Family Home
$2,325,000
01/21/26
4
3
2,569
0.45
Single-Family Home
$4,200,000
08/20/25
4
4
3,529
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,707,500
04/10/26
4
4
3,048

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Playa Del Rey

At least 219 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 68 % Say parking is easy

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "great place to live at nice neighbors bot expensive houses around here thera are small markets nearby "
  • Trulia User
    "Great safe neighborhood, clean green lots of parking safe and close to everything . Beach is a few minutes away walking distance "
  • Trulia User
    "Sleepy Neighborhood feel surrounded by city and access to everything you could possibly want/need including the ocean, wetlands, LAX, great restaurants, and highway & main roads close by. "
  • Trulia User
    "Ridiculous morning traffic due to proximity of Lincoln Blvd, and, poorly timed/synchronized street lights."
  • Trulia User
    "The Westchester July 4th parade is a great community event. School marching bands from Westchester and beyond, floats featuring various organizations, children riding their decorated bicycles, classic cars with politicians, and dancing horses. The homes along the route decorate too so it’s a very festive celebration of our country. "
  • Trulia User
    "There is a dog park and a lot of neighbors have dogs. Most neighbors are friendly. Just wish living here was not so expensive. "
  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of dog owners in this very walkable neighborhood with a dog park. It is quiet and friendly. "
  • Trulia User
    "July 4th parade Camping at the park! Plentiful open space public refuse locations Nearby RV park and now ruined wetlands Beach with always a vagrant"
  • Trulia User
    "Too many dogs already and owners insist on bringing them into grocery stores which is illegal unless they are service dogs which they usually are not. "
  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this neighborhood for years but the pandemic made the homelessness and crime get too put of control for my safety and cost of living became not worth the trade off of living close to iconic Venice Beach"
  • Gillian T.
    "Very dog friendly area! Close to the beach where you can walk your dog on leash. Everyone mostly picks up after their dogs and there are dog friendly trails going towards the beach. :)"
  • Brianne S.
    "It’s quiet and nice. People are friendly and take pride in their homes and the neighborhood. It’s dog friendly and people are always out walking. "
  • Andrew P.
    "We don’t have a dog, but you’re near a nice park and people are pretty dog friendly. Lots of dogs walking around. Not much grass on the sidewalk outside of the park, so might need to walk a block or two for the bathroom. "
  • Lee H.
    "It’s feels like a small private beach community and easily accessible by biking walking or driving. Plenty of parking. Great spots for food and drinks. Low key vibes and enjoy the walks to the bluffs for a beautiful sunset. "
  • Danielle K.
    "There are only local restaurants and shops, not a bunch of chain stores. It gives it a very neighborly feel"
  • Meron K.
    "Clean and expansive. Close to the Beach. Very green. Center to other places and Los angels international airport. "
  • Smvanzwol
    "I have lived here 20 yrs. Townhouse. I know my immediate neighbors, and not many that not in my building. People on the street are friendly. Everyone has a dog. That is the best attraction to speak with neighbors. "
  • Ashley B.
    "It is full of apartment buildings so there is a ton of diversity. Also a ton of dogs. Good and safe area to run in."
  • Melissa D.
    "As a dog owner, living in Playa is great. Lots of dog owners in the neighborhood so there’s ample opportunity for doggy playtime "
  • Chris J.
    "The beach is near by so Bon fires, sand castles, volleyball, and other outdoorsy activities. Farmers market"
  • Stacey K.
    "It’s a very quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Very close to the beach and airport. Also, there are a lot of great restaurant in the area as well."
  • Jessica W.
    "It is untouched by over-gentrification but meets all great living standards. Provides affordable beach city living. "
  • Alexander V. D.
    "It's a cozy quiet beachside town. If you like living close to the beach but don't want all the hustle and chaos of Venice or Santa Monica, playa is the perfect place. "
  • Delfina H.
    "There are a lot of dogs in the neighborhood. Dogs are not allowed on the beach but are everywhere in del Rey lagoon"
  • WenHsin A. C.
    "It is very busy on Lincoln during traffic hours, but I work in Marina del Rey which is only 3 miles away, so the commute isn’t too bad. "
  • Roberto C.
    "There are a lot of people with dogs in the neighborhood. Dog lovers are welcomed and there’s a community for them."
  • Chris J.
    "The park on Lincoln and Manchester has events each weekend. The beach is walking distance further more"
  • Tania H.
    "I reverse commute to Manhattan Beach, so it's not that bad. Vista del Mar can be busy during rush hour. "
  • Peggyreillyca
    "We are close to the beach;folks are friendly. It's safe people look out for each other. There is a good sense of community here. "
  • Sarah L. K.
    "the shack pdr holds chili fest and rib fest every year for community members to compete. its a neighborhood staple"
  • Monica R.
    "Great neighborhood, walkable, close to the beach, community atmosphere feels safe and well maintained. Pet friendly community with plenty of ground transportation and good local shops and restaurants. Close to beautiful wetlands scenery. "
  • AdellaBella
    "I work from gone and don’t commune much. Playa del Rey is pretty sleepy but once you go east of Lincoln it’s crazy out there. "
  • Bookingwilliamrouse
    "Most calm part of LA. Doesn’t feel like your in the city and is a good getaway. Feels like a community as soon as you enter because everyone knows everyone."
  • Dhodapp
    "We are a friendly community. Many neighbors decorate their homes for the holidays through the year. "
  • B.K.
    "20 minutes to Manhattan Beach 10 minutes to Culver City 15 minutes to Venice 5 minutes to LAX No train and biking on the streets is tough, but there’s a bus system "
  • Samantha R.
    "The neighborhood is quiet, clean, and kid friendly. Parking is easy. There is low theft in the area. "

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© 2026 The MLS™ - Combined L.A. Westside MLS (CLAW). All rights reserved. Based on information from The MLS™ - Combined L.A. Westside MLS (CLAW as of 2026-06-09 16:35:29 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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249 Rees St, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 5,330 sqft single-family home built in 1940. 249 Rees St is located in Playa Del Rey, Playa Del Rey. This property is not currently available for sale. 249 Rees St was last sold on Mar 18, 2026 for $4,800,000 (2% lower than the asking price of $4,875,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 249 Rees St is $4,819,500.