King Harbor Redondo Beach Flat Fee Buyer Agent

King Harbor -- Waterfront Living at Redondo Beach’s Most Accessible Price Point

King Harbor is Redondo Beach’s working marina district -- the harbor complex adjacent to the Redondo Beach Pier that houses the city’s commercial fishing fleet, recreational boating, waterfront dining, and a substantial residential inventory of condos, townhomes, and marina-front units. It is the only sub-$1M path to a Redondo Beach address and RBUSD school access, making it the most accessible entry point into the South Bay beach city market.

King Harbor buyers are a specific profile: they have chosen the waterfront lifestyle and walk-to-pier access over the traditional single-family home ownership model. They have accepted HOA fees in exchange for the amenities, maintenance, and management that come with a professionally managed waterfront community. And they are often well-positioned for the most direct benefit from the AES power plant redevelopment -- the most significant value driver in all of Redondo Beach for the next decade.

HOA and leasehold reality check: King Harbor HOA fees run $400-$800+/month. Some properties involve leasehold interests that affect financing and resale. Both must be evaluated on every King Harbor transaction before any offer is made. Roman checks leasehold status and HOA financials on every King Harbor property.

King Harbor -- AES Redevelopment Upside

The AES power plant site directly adjacent to King Harbor is the single most significant waterfront redevelopment opportunity on the Southern California coast currently in planning. Redondo Beach has been working toward converting this industrial site into a major mixed-use coastal destination for years. The approval and construction timeline will determine when the appreciation cycle begins, but King Harbor properties are the most directly adjacent -- and historically, comparable California coastal redevelopments have produced 12-22% price increases in adjacent neighborhoods within five years of completion.

For King Harbor buyers with a 5-10 year time horizon, this redevelopment represents a meaningful potential appreciation catalyst on top of the South Bay’s existing demand fundamentals.

Market Data — King Harbor Spring 2026

$1,400,000

Avg/Median Price 2026

▲ 4.2% YoY

Avg Days on Market

Condos and townhomes

3.6

Absorption Rate

Months of supply

99.4%

List-to-Sale Ratio

List-to-sale ratio

⚓King Harbor is Redondo Beach’s waterfront marina district -- the working harbor complex adjacent to the Redondo Beach Pier with condos, townhomes, and marina-front units delivering waterfront lifestyle at the most accessible price points in the South Bay. Entry condos start below $1M, making King Harbor the only sub-$1M path to a Redondo Beach address and RBUSD access.

🏠HOA fees are substantial in King Harbor and must be factored into every affordability calculation. Fees range from $400 to $800+/month depending on the building, unit type, and included amenities. A $1M King Harbor condo with $600/month HOA has the same monthly housing cost as a $1.2M+ conventional purchase. Always calculate total monthly cost -- mortgage plus HOA -- before making any offer.

⚓Marina leasehold considerations apply to some King Harbor properties. Certain marina-front units involve ground leases or leasehold interests rather than fee-simple ownership of the land beneath. Leasehold properties require specific financing consideration -- many conventional lenders will not lend on leaseholds -- and resale market considerations. Roman identifies leasehold vs. fee-simple on every King Harbor property before any offer.

📈The AES power plant redevelopment is the most significant value driver for King Harbor buyers. The adjacent AES site is expected to become a major mixed-use coastal destination. King Harbor properties are the most directly adjacent to the redevelopment site -- meaning King Harbor buyers are positioned for the most direct benefit from the appreciation cycle comparable coastal redevelopments have historically produced.

💰At $1.4M the flat fee is $7,250 (below the $1.5M threshold), generating up to $27,750 in potential seller concession. At $1.5M+ the fee is $9,250, generating up to $28,250. For King Harbor buyers where HOA fees are an additional carrying cost, every dollar of closing cost concession at settlement is particularly meaningful.

Market data reflects estimates based on available CRMLS trends for Redondo Beach as of Spring 2026. Figures are approximate and subject to change. Verify current conditions with Roman before any purchase decision. Not a guarantee of future performance.

Why Flat Fee Makes Sense in King Harbor

On a $1,400,000 King Harbor Home (2.5% seller compensation)

Up to $27,750

Traditional agent: $35,000 — Flat fee: $7,250
Subject to seller agreement · Varies by property · Not a guarantee

King Harbor is the only South Bay neighborhood where the $7,250 flat fee tier applies to a meaningful share of transactions (sub-$1.5M condos). At $1.4M the potential $27,750 concession can represent 3-4 years of HOA fees -- a genuinely impactful benefit for buyers entering the waterfront market at the most accessible price point. Roman also flags leasehold vs. fee-simple on every King Harbor transaction, protecting buyers from a due diligence issue that can affect financing and future resale.

Flat Fee vs. Traditional Agent at $1,400,000

At $1,400,000	Traditional 2.5% Agent	Roman’s Flat Fee
Agent Compensation	$35,000	$7,250
You Receive Back	$0	Up to $27,750*
Est. Closing Costs (~1.6%)	$22,400 out of pocket	Potentially covered*
Full Representation	✓ Yes	✓ Yes
Your Out-of-Pocket	Down payment + $22,400	Down payment only*

*Seller concession negotiated in RPA subject to seller agreement. Varies by property. Not a guarantee.

King Harbor Savings Calculator

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Target King Harbor PriceSeller-Offered Compensation (%)

Potential Seller Concession

Subject to seller agreement · Not a guarantee

Traditional 2.5% agent earns$0

Roman’s flat fee$0

Est. closing costs (~1.6%)$0

Closing costs after concession$0

Your potential concession$0

Redondo Beach Neighborhoods -- How They Compare

Neighborhood	Price Range	Character	Best For
North Redondo Beach	$1.5M-$2.5M	Inland grid, RBUSD, best value entry	Value buyers, RBUSD families
South Redondo / Avenues	$1.9M-$4M+	Beach proximity, numbered streets, pier access	Beach lifestyle, walk to pier
Hollywood Riviera	$2M-$6M+	Elevated views, Riviera Village, Torrance USD	Views, village feel, luxury
King Harbor	$900K-$2.5M	Marina, condos/townhomes, waterfront	Lock-and-leave, lowest entry

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is King Harbor in Redondo Beach?

King Harbor is Redondo Beach's working marina and waterfront district, located adjacent to the Redondo Beach Pier. It includes condos, townhomes, and marina-front units ranging from approximately $900K to $2.5M. It is within Redondo Beach city limits and served by RBUSD.

What are home prices in King Harbor in 2026?

King Harbor condos and townhomes range from approximately $900K for smaller units to $2.5M for larger or more premium marina-front properties. The median is approximately $1.4M. HOA fees of $400-$800+/month significantly affect total monthly carrying costs.

What are leasehold properties in King Harbor?

Some King Harbor properties involve a leasehold interest -- meaning the buyer owns the unit but leases the underlying land. Leasehold properties can affect financing (some lenders won't lend on leaseholds) and future resale. Roman identifies fee-simple vs. leasehold on every King Harbor property before advising on any offer.

Does King Harbor have RBUSD schools?

Yes -- King Harbor is within Redondo Beach city limits and served by Redondo Beach Unified School District. Verify specific school assignments at rbusd.org before any purchase decision.

What is the flat fee saving in King Harbor?

At $1.4M (below the $1.5M threshold), Roman's flat fee is $7,250. With 2.5% seller compensation, a traditional agent earns $35,000. The $27,750 difference is negotiated as a seller concession. At $1.5M+ the fee is $9,250, generating up to $28,250 in potential concession. Subject to seller agreement.