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#SB25072490, Cameron Samimi, Listing office: Lyon Stahl Investment Real Estate, Inc.
#SR25114280·
Listing office: Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc.·
Listing agent: Brad Wiseman·
Listing office phone: 818-880-9900
$4,265,500 List price
538 Palisades Ave Santa Monica, CA 90402
4 beds
3 full
2,245 sqft
0.1 acres
$1,900 / sqft
House
Property details
About 538 Palisades Ave
Drastic Price Reduction! Welcome to 538 Palisades Avenue – A Timeless Craftsman Home in Santa Monica’s Premier Neighborhood. This rarely available and hard to find property is nestled in the heart of Santa Monica's coveted North of Montana neighborhood, directly across from the beloved Goose Egg Park. Set on a generous lot, the 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom main house offers quintessential California living just moments from pristine beaches, Palisades Park, and the vibrant shops and restaurants of Montana Avenue. The unbeatable mantra rings true here: location, location, location. In addition to the main home, a charming 528-square-foot guest house with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom sits above an oversized 2-car garage with private alley access—ideal for guests, multigenerational living, a home office, gym, or creative studio. There's even potential to convert the garage and guest house into a 1,056-square-foot ADU, expanding your options and adding value. The main house features Classic Craftsman details, including a welcoming front porch and a cozy central fireplace, a sunroom bathed in natural light, a spacious kitchen and elegant primary suite, a dedicated dining room opening to a large, covered porch, an expansive backyard with mature landscaping, perfect for outdoor entertaining, with Carport parking in addition to the garage. The owner recently replaced all of the floors in the main house and remodeled the primary bathroom with a large soaking tub, new vanity, and smart toilet. Families will appreciate being located within the sought-after Roosevelt Elementary School district, adding to the home's allure. Whether you're looking to restore a beloved classic, expand with an ADU, or simply enjoy a piece of Santa Monica history, this property delivers charm, convenience, and an unbeatable location in one of the Westside’s most desirable communities.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,245 sqft
Lot size0.1472 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingAttached Carport, Concrete, Covered, Driveway Level, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear
MLS #SR25114280
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room
ViewPark, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer
- Interior: All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Attached Carport, Concrete, Covered, Driveway Level, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear
- View: Park, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $4,265,500
- Price/SqFt: $1,900
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,515
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Rectangular Lot
- Directions: North of Montana, between 6th and 7th Streets
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,245 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1472 Acres
- MLS Number: SR25114280
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc.
- Office Phone: (818) 880-9900
- Listing Agent: Brad Wiseman
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $191,415 | $2,515 |
| 2023 | $187,663 | $2,480 |
| 2022 | $183,984 | $2,447 |
| 2021 | $180,378 | $2,376 |
| 2020 | $178,530 | $2,333 |
| 2019 | $175,030 | $2,133 |
| 2018 | $171,599 | $2,122 |
| 2017 | $168,235 | $2,122 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•801 Montana Ave
8
Canyon Charter Elementary
Public Charter KG-5
0.6 mi
•421 Entrada Dr
9
Franklin Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•2400 Montana Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $115,625. The majority of Santa Monica, CA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
19%
<35k
24%
35k-100k
35%
100k-200k
22%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
66%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Art Museums
Live Theatre
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
H&M
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mercedes
Volkswagen
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 538 Palisades Ave
The listing price of 538 Palisades Ave property is $4,265,500.
The property 538 Palisades Ave is a house located in Santa Monica, California, 90402.
Active Listing: 538 Palisades Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 538 Palisades Ave are: Roosevelt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Canyon Charter Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Franklin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Lincoln Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Paul Revere Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Santa Monica High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Olympic High (Continuation) (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Palisades Charter High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,515 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 538 Palisades Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 538 Palisades Ave is 2,245 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 538 Palisades Ave is 1920.
This home is located at 538 Palisades Ave in Santa Monica, CA and zip code 90402 in the North of Montana neighborhood. This 2,245 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,265,500.
The number of listings in Santa Monica, CA increased by 33.3% between April and May 2025. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $1,375,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 90 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.