City Guide
Santa Monica, CA
Overview
Santa Monica, CA, is known for the Santa Monica Pier. Located west of downtown Los Angeles, Santa Monica is home to around 89,000 residents. An interesting fact about the city is that the "Pacific Wheel" is the first solar-powered Ferris wheel in the world. Another fun fact is that Santa Monica is home to the Dogtown Movement of extreme skateboarders.
What’s it like to live in Santa Monica, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Santa Monica, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$2,074,500
and homes stay on the market for 43 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Santa Monica are $5,000,000
and $1,588,750
, respectively. Santa Monica area townhouses have a median sale price of $1,425,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Santa Monica, CAExplore our Santa Monica housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Santa Monica home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Santa Monica rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Santa Monica rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Santa Monica, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Santa Monica
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Palisades | $4,200,000 | 45 / 100 | 36 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Brentwood | $3,103,750 | 60 / 100 | 52 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Westside LA | $2,462,500 | 48 / 100 | 90 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Mar Vista | $1,875,000 | 56 / 100 | 75 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Venice | $2,260,000 | 41 / 100 | 83 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Santa Monica
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Santa Monica Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 22% of Santa Monica homebuyers searched to move out of Santa Monica, while 78% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 4% of homebuyers searched to move into Santa Monica from outside metros.
- San Francisco homebuyers searched to move into Santa Monica more than any other metro followed by Houston and Seattle.
Where are people moving to Santa Monica from?
- 78% of Santa Monica homebuyers searched to stay within the Santa Monica metropolitan area.
Where are people from Santa Monica moving to?
Number of People Moving to Santa Monica
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most
People are moving to Santa Monica from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 2,235 | ||
| 2 | 815 | ||
| 3 | 400 | ||
| 4 | 43 | ||
| 5 | 11 | ||
| 6 | 5 | ||
| 7 | 4 | ||
| 8 | 3 | ||
| 9 | 2 | ||
| 10 | 2 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Santa Monica, CA ?
There are countless wonderful ways to spend your time in Santa Monica, CA, from enjoying local art, dining at some of the top restaurants in town, or spending time at a park. Some of the countless museums you can visit include the Museum of Flying, Cayton Children's Museum, and Santa Monica Air Museum, which are popular amongst locals and tourists alike. Performing arts venues like The Broad Stage and Santa Monica Playhouse are popular amongst locals. There are plenty of green spaces to be found throughout Santa Monica. For example, you can enjoy a picnic or run through many parks, like Ocean View Park, Palisades Park, or Clover Park. Forma Restaurant & Cheese Bar, Red O Restaurants, and Gilbert's El Indio Restaurant are some of the numerous popular restaurants to check out while in the city.
Explore some of the best things to do in Santa Monica
What's the best way to get around Santa Monica, CA ?
The best way to get around Santa Monica is by bike, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Santa Monica has a walk score of 83, meaning this area is very walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Santa Monica has a transit score of 60, with many nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 90404, 90405 and 90401. You can also get around Santa Monica by bike. With a bike score of 88, it's convenient to use a bike for most trips.
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
Good Transit
Transit Score®
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
Santa Monica Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Santa Monica has 4 heavy rail stations; 17th Street / SMC Station, GTS Charter, Metro - Downtown Santa Monica Station, 26th Street/Bergamot. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 16 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There are 6 bike rental locations.
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