878 W 21st St San Pedro CA
Justin Borges • DRE #01940318 • eXp Realty
$999,000
3 BD / 2 BA
Harbor Views
A 1930 Spanish Bungalow With Harbor Views That Are Genuinely Hard to Find
Let me give you the honest version of this property. 878 W 21st St sits on a 40x125 lot in San Pedro, a neighborhood in Los Angeles, zoned LAR1, listed at $999,000. At $831 per square foot for a 1,202 sq ft Spanish-style bungalow built in 1930, that number needs some context. The views do the work here. From the 400 sq ft Trex deck, you get the LA harbor, the working cranes, and the full Palos Verdes ridge. Not a sliver of ocean. The whole thing.
The address shows 90731 on the county records. If you searched "878 W 21st St San Pedro CA 90007" and landed here, same house. The home was listed today, July 28, 2026, and is active on MLS 26865107 (CRMLS, July 2026). San Pedro properties with genuine harbor sight lines at this price point don't sit. If you want to see it, text me at (213) 262-5092 and we'll get you in.
Below I'll walk you through everything about this property: the character elements, the remodeled spaces, the basement murals from 1931, the schools, the neighborhood, and what the $999,000 price tag actually means in context. I've sold throughout LA County for 13 years. I'll give you the real read, not the brochure version.
What You Get at 878 W 21st St
The 1930 build date matters here. Homes from this era in San Pedro, California, were built with plaster, coved ceilings, and proportions that you can't replicate in new construction at any price. This one has been thoughtfully updated where it counts, and left alone where the character is.
Built 1930. Coved ceilings, wide plaster archways, bamboo flooring throughout.
1,202 sq ft of living space on a 5,014 sq ft lot. LAR1 zoning.
Expansive harbor views, working cranes, and the full Palos Verdes ridge from the deck and living areas.
Quartz counters, custom cabinetry. Updated without erasing the home's period character.
Cable railing deck. The view from up here is what makes the price make sense.
Hand-painted tall ship murals from 1931. One of the most memorable spaces I've walked in San Pedro.
Original 1930 plaster coved ceilings throughout the main living areas.
Period-correct archways connecting the main rooms. These don't exist in new construction.
Bamboo flooring runs throughout the home. Clean, consistent, not carpet.
Remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops and custom cabinetry.
Approximately 400 sq ft of composite decking. Cable railing keeps the harbor view open and unobstructed.
Finished concrete patio and stone fire pit. Outdoor living that works year-round in San Pedro.
1-car detached garage. Typical for the neighborhood and the era.
1931 tall ship murals in the finished basement. Unique to this property.
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See How Buyers Before Sale WorksThe Harbor Views Are What Make This Property Worth Discussing
San Pedro sits at the edge of the Palos Verdes Peninsula where it meets the Port of Los Angeles. The geography creates something that's hard to replicate: elevation with a direct, unobstructed sightline down to the water. Most homes on the flats in San Pedro don't get this. 878 W 21st St does.
From the Trex deck, you're looking at the full harbor basin, the working cranes at the Port of Los Angeles (the busiest port in the United States), and the Palos Verdes hills stretching across the entire ridge to the south and west. At night, the port lights give the whole scene a particular quality that photographs don't fully capture. You need to see it in person to understand why someone is asking $999,000 for a 1,202 sq ft house.
"Harbor views in San Pedro aren't uniform. Some properties get a glimpse through a gap between rooftops. This one gets the whole ridge."
Justin Borges, DRE #01940318The views are accessible from the living areas as well as the deck. The elevation of the lot, at the top of a rise on W 21st St, is what makes this work. In 13 years of selling in LA County, properties with genuine harbor views at or near this price point come up rarely in San Pedro. When they do, they move.
What Are the 1931 Basement Murals at 878 W 21st St?
The basement at 878 W 21st St is one of those spaces that stops people. Sometime in 1931, a year after the house was built, someone hand-painted a series of tall ship murals on the basement walls. They're intact. They're detailed. And they're a direct tie to San Pedro's identity as the maritime gateway to Los Angeles.
San Pedro has been the Port of LA's home since the 1890s. The tall ship era was still within living memory in 1931. The murals aren't decorative in an abstract sense. They reflect what San Pedro actually was: a working port town where the sea was the center of economic and cultural life. Finding them preserved in this condition is unusual.
The finished basement adds functional space and storage beyond the listed 1,202 sq ft. Whether you use it as a flex room, a home studio, or simply leave it as the atmospheric, mural-covered space it is, it's the kind of feature that makes this property impossible to forget after a showing.
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The outdoor spaces at 878 W 21st St are not afterthoughts. San Pedro gets nearly 280 days of usable outdoor weather annually. This property is set up for it.
The Trex deck measures approximately 400 sq ft with cable railing. The cable railing is the right choice here: any solid railing would cut off the harbor view from a seated position. Trex composite holds up to the marine environment without the maintenance demands of wood. The deck is the primary reason to tour this property in person.
The finished concrete patio and stone fire pit area sit below the deck level. It's a layered outdoor setup: the deck for views and morning coffee, the fire pit patio for evenings. The detached garage provides storage and parking without dominating the lot footprint.
Is the Kitchen at 878 W 21st St San Pedro Updated?
The kitchen at 878 W 21st St has been remodeled with quartz countertops and custom cabinetry. The update is clean and functional without trying to turn a 1930 Spanish bungalow into something it isn't. Quartz is the right call for durability in a Southern California kitchen: no sealing, no staining issues, low maintenance.
The custom cabinetry is the detail that separates a genuine remodel from a cosmetic flip. Box store cabinets look fine in photos and feel cheap in person. Custom work fits the space and adds to the home's character rather than fighting against it. For a 1930 build, that matters.
"Remodeled kitchens can go two ways in older homes. This one respects the bones of the house."
Justin Borges, DRE #01940318The bamboo flooring carries through from the main living areas into the kitchen, providing continuity across the whole ground floor. No transition strips, no material breaks. Bamboo is durable enough for a kitchen and consistent with the rest of the home's character update.
What Schools Serve 878 W 21st St San Pedro?
878 W 21st St is in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) attendance zone. All three schools for this address are within walking distance, which is notable: most San Pedro families are driving to school. Here you're 0.3 to 0.4 miles out.
| School | Type | Distance | Rating | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leland Street Elementary | Elementary (K-5) | 0.3 mi | LAUSD | |
| Richard Henry Dana Middle | Middle (6-8) | 0.4 mi | LAUSD | |
| San Pedro Senior High | High School (9-12) | 0.3 mi | LAUSD |
The 7/10 for San Pedro Senior High is a genuine number for an LAUSD comprehensive high school in this area. San Pedro High has strong arts and vocational programs tied to the port and maritime industries, which is consistent with the neighborhood's character. The 4/10 at Dana Middle is the weak point in the set, but it's one school and LAUSD offers magnet options for families who want to explore alternatives.
School ratings are GreatSchools data. If schools are a significant factor in your decision, I'd suggest calling each school directly and looking at LAUSD's own reporting data rather than relying on a single score. I can point you to those resources when we talk.
What San Pedro Is in 2026
San Pedro is not Hermosa Beach. It's not Silver Lake. It's a working-class port neighborhood with approximately 80,000 residents (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020) that's been changing for a decade, and the change has been real. The 6th Street arts corridor, the West Harbor waterfront development, and a genuine community investment in the historic downtown have made San Pedro a destination rather than a pass-through.
The Port of Los Angeles contributes roughly $290 billion to the regional economy annually (LA County, 2023). San Pedro is where that port lives. The working cranes visible from 878 W 21st St aren't a liability on the view; they're the economic engine of the neighborhood made visible. For buyers who want a coastal-adjacent property with genuine character rather than manicured uniformity, San Pedro is the honest answer.
W 21st St in this block sits above the flat grid of San Pedro proper, which is what creates the view elevation. The surrounding homes are a mix of renovated bungalows, original period structures, and a handful of newer builds on infill lots. The block has the feel of a neighborhood that's being held together by owners who actually care about the physical fabric of the place.
San Pedro homes in this price range compete with properties in Torrance, Redondo Beach, and the eastern end of Long Beach. Harbor views are what make the comparison irrelevant: those markets don't have them at anything close to this price point.
What Does $999,000 Mean in San Pedro Right Now?
At $831 per square foot, 878 W 21st St is priced at the upper end of the San Pedro market for single-family homes. The justification is the view. Harbor-view homes in San Pedro typically command a significant premium over comparable non-view properties in the same zip code (C.A.R., 2026). The question isn't whether $831/sq ft is high for San Pedro in the abstract; it's whether the view and the character of this specific property support that number.
My read: they do, assuming condition holds up on inspection. A 1930 Spanish in walkable distance to three LAUSD schools, with 400+ sq ft of Trex deck, harbor views across the whole Palos Verdes ridge, a remodeled kitchen, and intact 1931 murals in the basement is not a comparable to a generic San Pedro bungalow without views. Those trade in the $600-750/sq ft range. The view premium on this property is real.
If you're financing at current rates, $999,000 with 20% down puts you at roughly $800,000 financed. At current 30-year rates (Freddie Mac PMMS, July 2026), monthly principal and interest is in the range most dual-income Los Angeles households can work with for a property like this. I run these numbers with buyers individually, not in articles, because your situation matters more than a generic calculation.
"I've sold in LA County for 13 years. Harbor-view San Pedro homes at this price point don't come up every month. When they do, buyers who move fast are the ones who get them."
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| Detail | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $999,000 | Active as of July 28, 2026 |
| MLS number | 26865107 | Compass listing, active |
| Beds / baths | 3 / 2 | 1,202 sq ft, $831/sq ft |
| Year built | 1930 | Spanish style |
| Lot | 5,014 sq ft | 40x125 footprint, LAR1 zoning |
| Views | Harbor + Palos Verdes | Working cranes, full ridge |
| Deck | ~400 sq ft Trex | Cable railing |
| Kitchen | Remodeled | Quartz counters, custom cabinetry |
| Flooring | Bamboo throughout | Consistent across all rooms |
| Basement | Finished, 1931 murals | Hand-painted tall ship scenes |
| Garage | Detached, 1 space | Standard for era and neighborhood |
| Elementary | Leland Street (0.3 mi) | 6/10 GreatSchools |
| Middle | Richard Henry Dana (0.4 mi) | 4/10 GreatSchools |
| High school | San Pedro Senior High (0.3 mi) | 7/10 GreatSchools |
| Zip code | 90731 (official), San Pedro, Los Angeles, California | Also indexed as 90007 |
| To book a showing | (213) 262-5092 | Text for fastest response |
FAQ: 878 W 21st St San Pedro CA
What is the listing price of 878 W 21st St San Pedro CA?
878 W 21st St San Pedro is listed at $999,000 as of July 28, 2026. MLS 26865107. It is a 3-bed, 2-bath Spanish bungalow built in 1930, measuring 1,202 sq ft at $831 per square foot on a 5,014 sq ft LAR1 lot.
Does 878 W 21st St San Pedro have harbor views?
Yes. The property sits at an elevation on W 21st St that provides expansive views of the Los Angeles harbor, working cranes at the Port of LA, and the full Palos Verdes ridge. The views are accessible from the living areas and the approximately 400 sq ft Trex deck with cable railing.
How do I book a showing for 878 W 21st St San Pedro?
Text or call Justin Borges at (213) 262-5092. Text messages get the fastest response. You can also email justin@lametrohomefinder.com. The home was listed July 28, 2026 and showings are available now.
What schools serve 878 W 21st St San Pedro?
The address is in LAUSD with Leland Street Elementary (0.3 mi, 6/10), Richard Henry Dana Middle School (0.4 mi, 4/10), and San Pedro Senior High School (0.3 mi, 7/10). All three are within walking distance.
What is the correct zip code for 878 W 21st St San Pedro?
The correct zip code is 90731. Some searches may index this address as 90007, but the official USPS zip for this San Pedro location is 90731. Both searches will bring up the same property and MLS listing.
What are the 1931 basement murals at 878 W 21st St?
The basement was hand-painted in 1931 with tall ship murals reflecting San Pedro's maritime heritage. The murals are intact and original to the period, one year after the house was built. The finished basement adds usable space and is one of the most distinctive features of the property.
What is the zoning at 878 W 21st St San Pedro?
The property is zoned LAR1, which is standard single-family residential zoning for this San Pedro neighborhood. ADU and accessory structure additions require meeting City of LA setback and size requirements under current LAMC guidelines.
What style and condition is 878 W 21st St San Pedro?
The home is a 1930 Spanish-style bungalow with original coved ceilings, wide plaster archways, and bamboo flooring throughout. The kitchen has been remodeled with quartz counters and custom cabinetry. The Trex deck, patio, and fire pit area are updated outdoor spaces. The basement with 1931 murals is finished.
Book a Showing at 878 W 21st St
878 W 21st St was listed July 28, 2026. The harbor views, the 1931 murals, and the Trex deck are the kind of features that close showings on the spot. Text me to schedule your showing for this Los Angeles harbor-view property before the weekend open house traffic.
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I've been selling real estate in LA County for 13 years and have closed over $200M in career sales. My list-to-sale ratio is 106%, which means my listings sell above asking price on average. I specialize in multifamily investing, probate, VA loans, and AB 1482/RSO compliance. San Pedro and the South Bay are markets I've worked in throughout my career. If you're looking at 878 W 21st St or any other San Pedro property, I'll give you an honest read on value, condition, and what to expect in negotiations. Text or call me at (213) 262-5092.
Ready to See 878 W 21st St?
Listed today. Harbor views. 1931 murals. A 400 sq ft deck pointing at the Palos Verdes ridge, and a price that makes sense for the Los Angeles market. Text me and we'll get you in.
- Listed July 28, 2026 at $999,000
- 3 bed / 2 bath, 1,202 sq ft, MLS 26865107
- Licensed since October 2013, $200M+ career sales, 106% list-to-sale ratio
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