The Manhattan Beach & Hermosa Beach Insider's Guide
Your complete guide to South Bay living—homes, neighborhoods, and everything in between.
The South Bay Scoop
The latest on local events, the real estate market, neighborhood buzz, and everything worth knowing.
Neighborhood Guides
Block-by-block guides: vibes, logistics, and trade-offs for each South Bay neighborhood.
Sand Section
Closest to the Strand; lively, walkable, parking-tight.
Tree Section
Leafy streets, more space; check block-by-block traffic.
Hill Section
Quiet, larger lots, elevation and view potential.
Sand Section
Beachfront energy, nightlife, and Strand access.
South Bay Events to Check Out
Hand-picked local events in the South Bay—music in the park, beach cleanups, school happenings, and more.
Seller Resources
Essential guides, market insights, and expert advice to help you successfully sell your South Bay home.
Pricing Your Home Right: Expert Tips
Strategic pricing advice to attract the right buyers and maximize value.
Current Market Report: Manhattan Beach
Latest pricing trends and inventory analysis for Manhattan Beach.
Home Seller’s Guide: Preparing Your Property
A comprehensive checklist to get your South Bay home market-ready.
Cecilia Agraz: Your South Bay Insider
Cecilia brings the same competitive drive from her professional beach volleyball career to South Bay real estate, where she's been helping clients win since 2014. A first-generation American who fell in love with the South Bay while training for the USA Beach Volleyball team, she knows what it takes to achieve big dreams.
Raised on a family farm, Cecilia pairs a small-town work ethic with strategic thinking. Clients love her fierce attention to detail and creative problem-solving—whether they're buying their first home or building an investment portfolio.
Off the clock? You'll find her competing on the AVP tour, scaling rock walls, tending her Pacific Elementary garden plot, or—yes, really—competing in Jigsaw Puzzle World Championships. Fluent in Spanish, she tailors every transaction to each client's unique goals.
Along with her team, Cecilia has:
- $1.06+ Billion Dollars in Total Sales
- 55+ Years of Combined Experience
- 432+ Homes Sold
Kind words from past clients
Real feedback from neighbors who bought or sold in Manhattan Beach & Hermosa Beach.