$3,100,000

542 Altair Place, Venice, CA 90291

  • 2 beds |
  • 2 baths |
  • 1,106 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1934
  • Property Lot Size Icon2,692sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $2,803/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 1 month ago

Property Description

542 Altair Place is a rare jewel and a standout Venice architectural residence originally designed owned and occupied by renowned architect Steven Shortridge. Shortridge created this home as a personal expression of thoughtful design, emphasizing continuity over time and a strong connection between interiors and the outdoor landscape. Warm Douglas fir ceilings with a refined ceiling reveal, custom cabinetry throughout, and a sculptural floating staircase reflect a level of craftsmanship seldom found in residential architecture. The home balances intimacy, light, and connection to the outdoors. Though modest in scale, thoughtfully composed outdoor living environments extend the residence beyond its interior footprint, inviting year-round enjoyment of Southern Californias climate. The grounds feature multiple intimate settings, anchored by two gas-fired fire pit lounges and a serene water featureideal for entertaining and retreat. The landscape was designed by acclaimed landscape architect Jay Griffith, transforming the property into a private sanctuary deeply integrated with the architecture. After purchasing the property directly from Shortridge in 2013, the current owner commissioned him to design a second-floor addition. Shortridge created a cantilevered, floating second story and incorporated state of the art sound-proofed windows throughout the home to create a still and serene environment. This true architectural masterpiece was the last project Shortridge worked on before his untimely passing. This two-bedroom, two-bath retreat offers a quiet, calming atmosphere with

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
December 22, 2025
Data Last Updated:
February 16, 2026 at 3:11AM
Listing Office:
BEACH REAL ESTATE GROUP : 310-514-6081
Listing Agent:
Tamara Suminski : 310-514-6081
MLS ID:
SB26013568
  • General: Copper Plumbing PartialCorian CountersRecessed LightingStone Counters
  • Appliances: DishwasherRefrigeratorGas OvenGas Stove
  • Flooring: TileWood
  • A/C: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Fireplace: Fire PitGas
  • General: See Remarks
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Pool: N/K
  • Parking: GatedParking spaces: 1
  • General: 2
  • HOA Amenities: 0.0
  • Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
  • County: Los Angeles
  • Zoning: LARD1.54238006016
  • View: CourtyardNeighborhood
  • Fencing: Privacy
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: California Regional MLS

This listing courtesy of Tamara Suminski , BEACH REAL ESTATE GROUP

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Location

Schools Nearby

W

Westminster Avenue Elementary

1010 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA, 90291

Grades KG-5

0.39 miles away

W

Westside Global Awareness Magnet

104 Anchorage St, Marina Del Rey, CA, 90292

Grades KG-8

0.73 miles away

V

Venice High School

13000 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90066

Grades 9-12

1.35 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.