Hermosa Beach

Welcome to Hermosa Beach

Once known for its funky beach atmosphere, Hermosa Beach has evolved into one of the west coast’s great upscale coastal communities. The name Hermosa comes from Spanish and means “beautiful,” an accurate description of this beach dwelling community looking out on sunsets. Originally, Hermosa Beach was part of the 1884 Rancho San Pedro Spanish land grant and started out as one vast sweep of rolling hills covered with fields of grain, mostly barley. The first official survey was made in 1901 for the board walk on the Strand, Hermosa Avenue and Santa Fe Avenue (later named Pier Avenue). Work on these projects commenced soon after. In 1904 the first pier was built. In the early days, the Santa Fe Railway was the only transportation system through the area. It was aptly named after the street it ran along, Santa Fe Avenue. The first city election for city officers was held December 24, 1906. On January 14, 1907, Hermosa Beach became the nineteenth incorporated city of Los Angeles County

BOUNDARIES

There are three areas within Hermosa Beach, known as the Sand Section (west of the greenbelt); Hermosa Valley (between the greenbelt and PCH); and Hermosa Hills (east of PCH, along the Redondo border).

• Sand Section (Area 148): This area is closest to the beach and features the world famous Strand and Hermosa Pier. Primarily single family homes north of Pier Ave. and on The Strand. There are townhomes south of Pier Ave. Lot sizes are typically 2,100 to 4,000 sq. ft.

• Valley Section (Area 149): Nestled along the greenbelt, this is a quiet section with some of the largest lots in Hermosa Beach. Primarily single family homes, a few large condominium complexes just north of Pier Ave. between Valley/Ardmore. Lot sizes are typically 5,000 to 8,000 sq. ft.

• Hill Section (Area 150): This part of Hermosa is east of Pacific Coast Highway and features properties with panoramic ocean views. A mix of single family homes and town houses. Lot sizes are typically 2,500 to 5,000 sq. ft.

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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

City Hall: 310.318.0239
Chamber of Commerce: 310.376.0951
Fire Department: 310.376.2479
Police Department: 310.318.0360
Athens Services (Trash): 888.336.6100
Post Office: 310.379.4242