MLS# 24409361 – 37 Wavecrest Avenue, Venice, CA 90291

Located close to the ocean and offering all the charm you’d expect from its history and location, this rare 1908 Craftsman compound exudes a truly transcendent, magical air. Nestled a mere half block from the beach on a beautiful tree-lined street, it offers a meticulously restored 4 bed/3.5 bath main house, a 1 bed/1 bath guest house, and a studio apartment. This unique layout provides flexibility for home office, guest quarters, multi-generational living, or to rent out some (or all) of the units. As you enter through a gate into the landscaped front yard, featuring flowering hibiscus and lemon trees, you’re welcomed by an inviting porch and grand foyer. The generous living room opens to a sunroom and deck overlooking the yard, perfect for enjoying California weather while dining al fresco. Original fixtures and finishes throughout the home include Douglas fir and red oak flooring, stained glass cabinetry, vintage lighting elements, wainscoting, and a white brick fireplace. The kitchen features stainless appliances, updated plumbing and electrical systems, a newer roof, and restored vintage windows, doors, and fixtures. The detached guest unit boasts an updated kitchen and bath with wood floors, while the studio apartment includes a sleeping loft and modernized kitchen and bath. This spectacular property also offers a formal dining room, front deck, and yard with an ornamental pond and flagstone patio. A true gem from the early days of Venice, the home has been beautifully restored for the lover of classic and elegant coastal living, embodying the iconic Venice lifestyle just moments from Abbot Kinney. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of local history, offering both investment potential and the perfect coastal retreat.