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Wonder Palms Apartments

500 California Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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    $2,950 - $2,995

  • Bedrooms

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  • Bathrooms

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  • Square Feet

    1,000 sq ft

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500 California Avenue #18, Santa Monica, 90403 Rent: $2,995 Security Deposit: $2,995 Bedrooms: 2 Bath: 1 Parking: 0 Upper front unit!! Here is your chance to live in an adorable, upper 2 bedroom apartment in the perfect location, north of Wilshire Blvd! Beautifully updated with quartz counters and LVT floors. Corner building, with courtyard setting. Spacious and convenient layout. Good closet space. Fridge included. Parking space is not included. Shared laundry room is onsite. Approx. 1000 sf. You cannot beat the lifestyle this location has to offer! Just 5 blocks from the beach and 3 blocks to the Promenade, this is beach living at its best. Don't miss - feels like home! 50 dollar credit check fee. No pets. One year lease minimum. Please call Roque & Mark Co. at or view our website at www.roque- for more info. *** 500 California Avenue #2, Santa Monica, 90403 Rent: $2,950 Security Deposit: $2,950 Bedrooms: 2 Bath: 1 Parking: 1 Gated entry. Here is your chance to live in an adorable, lower 2 bedroom apartment in the perfect location! Features hardwood floors, granite counters, fresh paint, window coverings, and more! Spacious and convenient layout. Good closet space. Fridge included. One parking space included. Shared laundry room onsite. Approx. 1000 sf. You cannot beat the lifestyle this location has to offer! Just 5 blocks from the beach and 3 blocks to the Promenade, this is beach living at its best. Don't miss - feels like home! 50 dollar credit check fee. No pets. One year lease minimum. All approved applicants are required to show proof of renter’s insurance prior to signing the lease and receiving the keys to the unit. Please call Roque & Mark Co. at or view our website at www.roque- for more info.

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Highlights

  • Gated
  • Hardwood Floors

Pricing & Floor Plans

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2BR/1.0BA
$2,950 – $2,995 2 Beds 1 Bath 1,000 Sq Ft $2,995 Deposit
2 Available units
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    price $2,950
    square feet 1,000
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    price $2,995
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2BR/1.0BA
$2,950 – $2,995 2 Beds 1 Bath 1,000 Sq Ft $2,995 Deposit
2 Available units
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  • Unit 2
    price $2,950
    square feet 1,000
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  • Unit 18
    price $2,995
    square feet 1,000
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The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $25
    • Due at Move-In
      • Administrative Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $0
  • Storage Unit
    • Storage Rent
      Charged per rentable item.
      $0 / mo

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Property Information

  • Built in 1953
  • 23 units/2 stories

About Wonder Palms Apartments

500 California Avenue #18, Santa Monica, 90403 Rent: $2,995 Security Deposit: $2,995 Bedrooms: 2 Bath: 1 Parking: 0 Upper front unit!! Here is your chance to live in an adorable, upper 2 bedroom apartment in the perfect location, north of Wilshire Blvd! Beautifully updated with quartz counters and LVT floors. Corner building, with courtyard setting. Spacious and convenient layout. Good closet space. Fridge included. Parking space is not included. Shared laundry room is onsite. Approx. 1000 sf. You cannot beat the lifestyle this location has to offer! Just 5 blocks from the beach and 3 blocks to the Promenade, this is beach living at its best. Don't miss - feels like home! 50 dollar credit check fee. No pets. One year lease minimum. Please call Roque & Mark Co. at or view our website at www.roque- for more info. *** 500 California Avenue #2, Santa Monica, 90403 Rent: $2,950 Security Deposit: $2,950 Bedrooms: 2 Bath: 1 Parking: 1 Gated entry. Here is your chance to live in an adorable, lower 2 bedroom apartment in the perfect location! Features hardwood floors, granite counters, fresh paint, window coverings, and more! Spacious and convenient layout. Good closet space. Fridge included. One parking space included. Shared laundry room onsite. Approx. 1000 sf. You cannot beat the lifestyle this location has to offer! Just 5 blocks from the beach and 3 blocks to the Promenade, this is beach living at its best. Don't miss - feels like home! 50 dollar credit check fee. No pets. One year lease minimum. All approved applicants are required to show proof of renter’s insurance prior to signing the lease and receiving the keys to the unit. Please call Roque & Mark Co. at or view our website at www.roque- for more info.

Wonder Palms Apartments 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.

Unique Features

  • 5 blocks to the beach
  • Gated entry
  • granite
  • North of Wilshire
  • Parking included
  • Shared laundry room onsite
  • Trash
  • Water

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Language: English
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  • Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
  • Saturday, 10am - 3pm
  • Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Walk-Up
  • Gated

Apartment Features

Hardwood Floors

Refrigerator

Smoke Free

Heating

  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
Location
500 California Ave, Santa Monica,
CA 90403
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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 $2,031 $2,513
1 Bedroom $2,700 $2,971
2 Bedrooms $3,608 $3,852
3 Bedrooms $4,813 $7,285
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Walk-Up
  • Gated
  • 5 blocks to the beach
  • Gated entry
  • granite
  • North of Wilshire
  • Parking included
  • Shared laundry room onsite
  • Trash
  • Water
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
Office Hours
Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm
Sunday Closed
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Santa Monica Coll., Emeritus
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Santa Monica College, Madison
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Santa Monica Coll.
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Santa Monica Coll., Academy
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Wonder Palms Apartments is within 8 minutes or 0.4 mile from Santa Monica Coll., Emeritus. It is also near Santa Monica College, Madison and Santa Monica Coll..
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
552 Students
Attendance Zone
Palisades Charter Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
408 Students
Nearby
McKinley Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
362 Students
Nearby
Rosewood Avenue Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
218 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
St. Monica Catholic Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
240 Students
Nearby
Saint Monica Preparatory
Private High School
Grades 9-12
371 Students
Nearby
School data provided by The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Santa Monica include Downtown Santa Monica, located 0.7 mile from Wonder Palms Apartments. Wonder Palms Apartments is near Los Angeles International, located 9.3 miles or 19 minutes away, and Bob Hope, located 23.1 miles or 34 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Downtown Santa Monica
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
17 St/ Smc
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
26Th St/Bergamont
Drive: 7 min 2.7 mi
Expo/Bundy
Drive: 7 min 3.7 mi
Expo / Sepulveda Station
Drive: 9 min 4.6 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Los Angeles
Drive: 24 min 17.0 mi
Van Nuys
Drive: 28 min 19.5 mi
Burbank-Bob Hope Airport
Drive: 34 min 23.1 mi
Northridge
Drive: 34 min 23.1 mi
Northridge
Drive: 35 min 23.2 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Los Angeles International
Drive: 19 min 9.3 mi
Bob Hope
Drive: 34 min 23.1 mi
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Walkability
80 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Wonder Palms Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Third Street Promenade
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Santa Monica Place
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Wonder Palms Apartments has 2 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Santa Monica State Beach
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Will Rogers State Beach
Drive: 4 min 2.3 mi
Temescal Gateway Park
Drive: 7 min 3.7 mi
Will Rogers State Historic Park
Drive: 11 min 3.9 mi
Wonder Palms Apartments has 5 parks within 3.9 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: 18 min 1.0 mi
Providence Saint John's Health Center
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Drive: 13 min 4.8 mi
Wonder Palms Apartments has 3 hospitals within 4.8 miles, the nearest is Santa Monica - UCLA Medical Center & Orthopaedic Hospital which is 1.0 mile away and a 18 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Los Angeles Air Force Base
Drive: 20 min 14.6 mi
Fort MacArthur
Drive: 43 min 31.4 mi
Long Beach Naval Station
Drive: 46 min 33.6 mi
Wonder Palms Apartments has 3 military bases within 33.6 miles, the nearest is Los Angeles Air Force Base which is 14.6 miles away and a 20 minute drive.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Wonder Palms Apartments have in-unit laundry?

While Wonder Palms Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Wonder Palms Apartments?

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

Is parking available at Wonder Palms Apartments?

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Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Wonder Palms Apartments has two-bedrooms available with rent ranges from $2,950/mo. to $2,995/mo.

Is Wonder Palms Apartments pet-friendly?

Wonder Palms Apartments does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at Wonder Palms Apartments?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,950 for a two-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $118,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

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