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1601 California Ave

1601 California Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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  • Built in 1940
  • 7 units/2 stories

About 1601 California Ave Santa Monica, CA 90403

At 1601 California Ave in Santa Monica, experience fine living. The California Ave location in the 90403 Zip code of Santa Monica is a great place for those looking for a new home. The team of leasing professionals is ready to help you find your perfect new apartment. Be sure to see the available floorplan options. Visit 1601 California Ave today.

1601 California Ave is an apartment community located in Los Angeles County and the 90403 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District attendance zone.

Location
1601 California Ave, Santa Monica,
CA 90403
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Wilshire Montana is a densely populated community located minutes from the beautiful Santa Monica State Beach. This neighborhood offers several highly-rated public schools and an array of outdoor amenities. At Christine Emerson Reed Park, locals can enjoy tennis courts, a playground, and a basketball court. Renters can also take a stroll, skate, or cycle along Ocean Front Walk, situated near the shoreline. Be sure to take in the numerous coastal bars, restaurants, and coffee shops nearby. Renters have a variety of luxury and upscale apartments to choose from in Wilshire Montana.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Wilshire Montana Santa Monica, CA
Studio $2,020 $2,489
1 Bedroom $2,705 $2,976
2 Bedrooms $3,579 $3,874
3 Bedrooms $4,792 $7,399

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 473-481 Sq Ft $1,550 $2,302 $2,900
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 646-655 Sq Ft $1,950 $3,054 $4,200
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1206-1209 Sq Ft $1,800 $6,228 $18,910
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1673 Sq Ft $3,500 $7,368 $11,495
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 5032 Sq Ft $13,600 $62,267 $130,000
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Santa Monica College, Madison
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Santa Monica Coll.
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Santa Monica Coll., Emeritus
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Santa Monica Coll., Academy
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
1601 California Ave is within 15 minutes or 0.8 mile from Santa Monica College, Madison. It is also near Santa Monica Coll., Emeritus and Santa Monica Coll..
Schools
Rosewood Avenue Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
218 Students
Nearby
Franklin Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
597 Students
Attendance Zone
Palisades Charter Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
408 Students
Nearby
Lincoln Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
914 Students
Attendance Zone
Santa Monica High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,588 Students
Attendance Zone
Lighthouse Church School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
91 Students
Nearby
Garden Of Angels School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
77 Students
Nearby
Pacifica Christian High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
262 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Santa Monica include 17 St/ Smc, located 0.7 mile from 1601 California Ave. 1601 California Ave is near Los Angeles International, located 9.7 miles or 20 minutes away, and Bob Hope, located 20.1 miles or 32 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
17 St/ Smc
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Downtown Santa Monica
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
26Th St/Bergamont
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Expo/Bundy
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Expo / Sepulveda Station
Drive: 9 min 3.9 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Van Nuys
Drive: 26 min 16.5 mi
Burbank-Bob Hope Airport
Drive: 32 min 20.1 mi
Northridge
Drive: 33 min 20.2 mi
Northridge
Drive: 33 min 20.2 mi
Downtown Burbank
Drive: 32 min 20.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Los Angeles International
 Drive: 20 min 9.7 mi
Bob Hope
 Drive: 32 min 20.1 mi

Walkability Near 1601 California Ave Santa Monica, CA 90403

Getting Around
Very Walkable
Walkability
80 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1601 California Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Wilshire Shopping Center
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Broadway Plaza
Walk: 20 min 1.1 mi
CVS Shopping Center
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
1601 California Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.1 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Santa Monica State Beach
 Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
 Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Will Rogers State Beach
 Drive: 7 min 3.1 mi
Temescal Gateway Park
 Drive: 9 min 4.5 mi
Will Rogers State Historic Park
 Drive: 13 min 4.7 mi
1601 California Ave has 5 parks within 4.7 miles, including Santa Monica State Beach, Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, and Will Rogers State Beach.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Santa Monica - UCLA Medical Center & Orthopaedic Hospital
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Providence Saint John's Health Center
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Drive: 11 min 3.9 mi
1601 California Ave has 3 hospitals within 3.9 miles, the nearest is Santa Monica - UCLA Medical Center & Orthopaedic Hospital which is 0.2 mile away and a 4 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Los Angeles Air Force Base
Drive: 21 min 13.9 mi
National Guard Armory South Bay Cities
Drive: 24 min 16.5 mi
Naval Reservation
Drive: 38 min 25.8 mi
1601 California Ave has 3 military bases within 25.8 miles, the nearest is Los Angeles Air Force Base which is 13.9 miles away and a 21 minute drive.
 
 
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Does 1601 California Ave have in-unit laundry?

1601 California Ave does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at 1601 California Ave?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at 1601 California Ave?

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Is 1601 California Ave pet-friendly?

1601 California Ave does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does 1601 California Ave have move-in specials?

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