In each issue, we plan to highlight one 55+ housing complex. Because residents can speak most authoritatively about their own home, we’re interviewing owners, asking for their input on the best and worst of each location. (If you would like to talk about your senior housing complex, let us know.)
Now in their golden years, the baby boom generation continues to shape our environment. Until about 10 years ago, senior housing in Redondo Beach was limited to a couple of rental complexes. One in north Redondo and one in south Redondo, they are both operated by non-profit organizations, and both have long wait lists.
With Boomers asking for alternatives, developers soon constructed two condominium projects exclusively for senior citizens. Following is a brief introduction to each of those projects.
Both have been quite popular and sold quickly when available. As of this writing, no units are available in either complex.
Next issue … The four cities of the Palos Verdes Peninsula have another unique set of senior living accomodations. In addition, the newest project on the hill, Soli Mar in Rancho Palos Verdes (?), has sold out the first phase and is working on phase 2. If you’ve been considering a move to a 55+ community, give us a call. We’d love to show what’s available in the south bay.
Breakwater Village
2750 Artesia Blvd,
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Built in 2007. this senior community offers 191 units, ranging from one to three bedrooms.
Amenities include a recreation room with kitchen, big screen TV, game tables, pool table, and a conversation area with a fireplace.
The exercise room is equipped with state-of-the-art fitness machines.
A sparkling pool is located in the central courtyard, with a built-in barbeque island nearby and an inviting separate outdoor fireplace area. It’s a secure building with gated underground parking garage.
The Montecito
2001 Artesia Blvd,
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Built in 2008, The Montecito comprises 48 senior condos and three retail units in a combined commercial and residential building.
The three commercial storefronts are located on the sidewalk level, while the residential units are above and behind.
Amenities include high ceilings, private laundry, air conditioning, floor to ceiling windows, granite counter tops, and stainless appliances.