The City is spending $8M to $12M a year fixing things. Available project funding for next year: $4.7M. A pandemic-era cushion that papered over the gap is gone and the unfunded backlog has now grown to somewhere between $148 million and $280 million, with the Pier replacement now added to the list.
A $3.2 million structural deficit has been sitting under Hermosa Beach's budget for five years, masked by pandemic relief, vacancy savings, and unspent carryforward. With all three now exhausted, the council inherits a problem its predecessors chose to defer.
2965 La Carlita St Hermosa Beach $11,975,000 7 bedrooms 7.5 bathrooms 7,832 sq. ft.
Welcome to this extraordinary custom estate perched in the Hermosa Hills and set on a large, flat corner lot - an exceptional rarity in Hermosa Beach, where modern design and coastal luxury meet. With 7 bedrooms, 7.5 baths, and over 7,800 square feet of impeccable living space, this home offers the best of coastal living: elevated design, breathtaking views and effortless sophistication.
The architectural craftsmanship is unmistakable—an oversized pivot wood front door, wraparound front deck and an open-concept layout that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. A dramatic glass-encased elevator serves as a sculptural centerpiece, connecting each level with ease. The main living area features a stone fireplace, wood-detailed ceilings and folding glass walls that open to an entertainer’s dream: a covered outdoor pavilion with kitchen pass-through, bar seating, pool and spa, fire pit and built-in lounge seating—all enhanced by custom lighting for an inviting nighttime ambiance.
The gourmet kitchen is both functional and beautiful, showcasing a waterfall island of natural stone, designer backsplash, custom cabinetry and a cozy built-in breakfast nook. A formal dining area and multiple living spaces offer room for gatherings large and small. Upstairs, the primary suite is a serene retreat with a private terrace, marble-clad bath, soaking tub, and adjacent office with its own ocean-view patio.
The lower level is pure leisure—complete with a full bar, movie theater, game room, and home gym. Every detail has been curated for luxury living: custom railings, designer fixtures, home automation, sound and theater systems throughout, security cameras, a full water filtration system and a four-car garage with built-in storage.
Listing Provided by: Britt Austin (310) 938-9167 Vista Sotheby's International Realty
Seventy-five years after its founding, Hermosa Beach Little League returned to Clark Field on Saturday with a record 570 players. Proud families cheered them on under a bright blue sky.