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653 Pier Ave

653 Pier Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405

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  • Built in 1961
  • 5 units/2 stories

About 653 Pier Ave Santa Monica, CA 90405

Find your home at 653 Pier Ave in Santa Monica. Located at 653 Pier Ave in Santa Monica, this community is an ideal place for residents. The knowledgeable leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has to offer. Be sure to come for a visit to check out the current floorplan options. Drop by the leasing office to check the current floorplan availability.

653 Pier Ave is an apartment community located in Los Angeles County and the 90405 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District attendance zone.

Location
653 Pier Ave, Santa Monica,
CA 90405
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Discover one of Santa Monica’s most energetic neighborhoods in Ocean Park, a quaint community perched on the sandy shore just south of the Santa Monica Pier. Often compared to Venice Beach, Ocean Park boasts safe residential streets and a trendy collection of shops, cafes, and restaurants.

Ocean Park’s pristine location allows residents to access Santa Monica’s retail, restaurant, and nightlife scene within minutes. Luxurious mid-rise condos reside along the beach, along with a mixture of older bungalows, apartment buildings, and upscale beach houses throughout the neighborhood.

Local parks are abundant throughout the neighborhood with plenty of open green space overlooking the beach. Enjoy the scenic ocean views from Dorothy Green Park or Ocean View Park after you find your cozy apartment in this lively Santa Monica neighborhood.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Ocean Park Santa Monica, CA
Studio $1,778 $2,527
1 Bedroom $3,061 $2,951
2 Bedrooms $4,017 $3,862
3 Bedrooms $4,549 $7,283

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 455-457 Sq Ft $1,995 $2,789 $3,265
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 700-711 Sq Ft $1,400 $3,593 $13,000
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1039 Sq Ft $2,895 $5,644 $12,500
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1681 Sq Ft $7,900 $16,300 $25,000
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2862 Sq Ft $15,000 $44,667 $75,000
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Santa Monica Coll., Airport
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Santa Monica Coll.
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Santa Monica College, Madison
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Santa Monica Coll., Emeritus
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
653 Pier Ave is within 5 minutes or 1.8 miles from Santa Monica Coll.. It is also near Santa Monica Coll., Airport and Santa Monica College, Madison.
Schools
John Muir Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Attendance Zone
Rosewood Avenue Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
218 Students
Nearby
Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
295 Students
Nearby
John Adams Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
806 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades 9-12
30 Students
Nearby
Santa Monica High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,588 Students
Attendance Zone
Ecole Claire Fontaine
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
28 Students
Nearby
St. Mark School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
246 Students
Nearby
Acton Academy Venice Beach
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
14 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Santa Monica include Downtown Santa Monica, located 1.7 miles from 653 Pier Ave. 653 Pier Ave is near Los Angeles International, located 7.3 miles or 13 minutes away, and Bob Hope, located 23.2 miles or 34 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Downtown Santa Monica
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
17 St/ Smc
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
26Th St/Bergamont
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
Expo/Bundy
Drive: 7 min 3.8 mi
Expo / Sepulveda Station
Drive: 9 min 4.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Los Angeles
Drive: 24 min 17.1 mi
Union Station
Drive: 26 min 17.2 mi
Van Nuys
Drive: 28 min 19.6 mi
Glendale
Drive: 30 min 20.5 mi
Burbank-Bob Hope Airport
Drive: 34 min 23.2 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Los Angeles International
 Drive: 13 min 7.3 mi
Bob Hope
 Drive: 34 min 23.2 mi

Walkability Near 653 Pier Ave Santa Monica, CA 90405

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 653 Pier Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Lincoln Center
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Lincoln & Rose Shopping Center
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
The Rose Center
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
653 Pier Ave has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 10-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
 Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Santa Monica State Beach
 Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
Will Rogers State Beach
 Drive: 8 min 4.4 mi
Ballona Creek Trail - Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve Access
 Drive: 7 min 4.4 mi
Will Rogers State Historic Park
 Drive: 14 min 6.0 mi
653 Pier Ave has 5 parks within 6.0 miles, including Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, Santa Monica State Beach, and Ballona Creek Trail - Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve Access.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Santa Monica - UCLA Medical Center & Orthopaedic Hospital
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
Providence Saint John's Health Center
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Cedars-Sinai Marina Del Rey Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.9 mi
653 Pier Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is Santa Monica - UCLA Medical Center & Orthopaedic Hospital which is 2.5 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Los Angeles Air Force Base
Drive: 17 min 9.8 mi
Fort MacArthur
Drive: 40 min 28.5 mi
Long Beach Naval Station
Drive: 43 min 30.7 mi
653 Pier Ave has 3 military bases within 30.7 miles, the nearest is Los Angeles Air Force Base which is 9.8 miles away and a 17 minute drive.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 653 Pier Ave have in-unit laundry?

653 Pier 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 653 Pier Ave?

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

Is parking available at 653 Pier Ave?

Parking is available at 653 Pier Ave. Contact this property for details.

Is 653 Pier Ave pet-friendly?

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

Does 653 Pier Ave have move-in specials?

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Does 653 Pier Ave offer Matterport 3D tours?

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