The California Incline along Palisades Park (bluffs)

Visitors to Santa Monica often dream of becoming residents.   With its mild climate and the on-shore breezes, city services, gorgeous beaches, bike path, wide variety of restaurants, and excellent shopping, the city of Santa Monica is the heart of Los Angeles’ West Side. http://www.santamonica.com

Just 20 minutes to LAX or Downtown LA, Santa Monica spans 8.3 miles and has a population of approximately 95,000.  It has its own Municipal Court, Airport, Department of Building and Safety, and shares a school district with Malibu, California (Santa Monica – Malibu Unified School District).

Santa Monica is home to two major Hospitals.
Home to some of the country’s most famous artists and architectural firms, the fine art-to- contemporary art galleries and stunning residential and commercial buildings compliment the city to the delight of all.  In both the commercial and residential sense, Santa Monica has become a magnet to the film industry, mogul and talent alike.
Recreational opportunities abound from biking and rollerblading at the beach, to strolling the Third Street Promenade, Palisades Bluff Parks and the Santa Monica Pier (home to an historic Carousel). The newest attraction, on the sand in Santa Monica is the Annenberg Community Beach House. A cooperative effort between the people of Santa Monica and the Annenberg Foundation (http://beachhouse.smgov.net).

Santa Monica Beach from the Pier

The Carousel House at Santa Monica Pier

 Ocean Avenue is home to approx. 2 miles of ocean view public parks where on any day one can participate in a Yoga or Tai Chi class, or a game of Chess.   Weekends find these parks full of family picnickers, romantics and power-walkers.   

The three most amusing and convenient commercial areas are: The Third Street Mall has upscale stores, Wednesday and Saturday open air Farmer’s Market, and live street performers day and night; Main Street in Ocean Park (just a stroll from the beach), and chic Montana Ave with its glamorous and expensive boutiques and restaurants.

Until exploring Santa Monica, you haven’t experienced the abundant entertainment value and convenience of this City Within a City in the West Side of Los Angeles.

Approximate Price Ranges

Homes north of Montana Ave. from $1.7Mil (teardown) to about $16.5 Mil
Santa Monica Condominiums and Townhouses, $450,000 to $13Mil.

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