Santa Monica Real Estate

Santa Monica Real Estate Guide

Santa Monica is Los Angeles' premier beach city, offering coastal lifestyle, cultural attractions, and a thriving tech scene.

## Why Santa Monica?

Santa Monica provides urban beach living:
- Iconic pier and 3.5 miles of beaches
- Third Street Promenade shopping
- Growing tech hub ("Silicon Beach")
- Excellent public transit (Expo Line)
- Progressive, walkable community

## Real Estate Market

Santa Monica commands beach premiums:
- **Median Home Price**: $2,200,000
- **Price Range**: $700K - $30M+
- **Property Types**: Beach homes, condos, mid-century modern
- **Market Trend**: Strong demand, limited inventory

## Top Neighborhoods

### Montana Avenue
Upscale shopping street with luxury homes.

### Ocean Park
Artistic neighborhood near beach.

### Sunset Park
Family-friendly with good schools.

### Downtown
Urban living near pier and promenade.

## Schools

Santa Monica-Malibu Unified:
- Santa Monica High School (8/10)
- Lincoln Middle School (8/10)
- Multiple excellent elementary schools

## Lifestyle & Amenities

- **Beach**: 3.5 miles of coastline
- **Pier**: Historic pier with amusement park
- **Shopping**: Third Street Promenade, Montana Ave
- **Dining**: Farm-to-table, diverse cuisines
- **Tech**: Google, Snap, many startups

## Market Outlook

Santa Monica attracts:
- Tech industry professionals
- Beach lifestyle seekers
- Entertainment industry
- International buyers

## Buying in Santa Monica

We help with:
- Rent control considerations
- Oceanfront opportunities
- Tech corridor locations
- Transit-oriented options

## Selling in Santa Monica

Our marketing showcases:
- Beach lifestyle
- Tech hub location
- Walkability
- Investment returns