NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,810,000 - $2,093,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft
$1,629/Sq Ft Est. Value

About This Home

You’ll love this 2 bedroom beach cottage in the heart of Santa Monica (10-15 minute walk to the beach, pier, Venice, 3rd St Promenade, etc.). It is an ideal rental for extended vacations, remote work, travel nurses and business travelers!

Spend your time steps from the beach, cafe's, strand, Main St and Abbott Kinney shops and restaurants, Santa Monica Pier and 3rd St Promenade are also just a 10-15 minute walk.

All this while you are in our peaceful and relaxing Santa Monica beach home. You will love the the relaxed, casual feel, suitable for singles, couples or a family. The house is fully furnished with 2 bedrooms + a sofa bed, 1 bathroom, off street permit and new flooring. There is portable heat and A/C unit for each room and there are multiple fans available as well if needed.

SLEEPING SPACES: One bedroom has a queen size bed, the other has a full sized bed, and there is a queen sized sofa bed in the living room.

LIVING ROOM: Has a comfy sofa and large TV, Apple TV, great light and much more!

KITCHEN: Fully equipped with pots, pans, platters, plates, coffee maker, etc.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES, FREE FOR YOUR USE:
--1 PARKING PERMIT VALID 24/7
--All utilities included (cable, 200mbps wifi Internet that works throughout the entire house, Apple TV, etc.)
--Beach towels, chairs, etc.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD:

Located just 6 blocks from beach, just 4 blocks off Main St., and 10-12 blocks from each of the Santa Monica Pier, 3rd St Promenade and Abbot Kinney, this perfectly located house is a truly unique and wonderful space.

MAIN STREET: Awesome shopping/restaurant district is just 4 blocks away, where you will find every type of cafe and cuisine imaginable in all price ranges, and an eclectic mix of boutiques, vintage clothing, surf shops, history, galleries, etc. Urth Cafe, Stella Barra, Dogtown Coffee, and lots of other great places are stumbling distance. A wonderful Sunday morning farmer's market takes place on Main St too and includes family-friendly activities.

Only 10-12 blocks away (15 minute walk) is the famous Santa Monica pier with its amusement park & restaurants, downtown Santa Monica & the 3rd St Promenade which has 100's of stores and restaurants, movie theaters, and talented street performers (this is LA, after all!).

ABBOT KINNEY / VENICE: The artsy/beachy/trendy neighborhood is also only about 10-15 blocks away (15 minute walk) and is home to some of the best restaurants in the city and some of the truly must see LA spots (Venice boardwalk, canals, Muscle Beach, “White Men Can’t Jump” basketball courts, etc.).

Both Santa Monica and Venice beaches and their attractions have been seen in countless movies & TV shows over the years, and always provide great free entertainment for the whole family!

PETS: Sorry, but NO pets allowed. No cigarettes and no drugs either.

PARTIES: This is not a party house. If you choose to stay here, it is critical that you are respectful of the neighbors and neighborhood and not make lots of noise or party at the house. Please look elsewhere if you are looking to host a party somewhere. There will be a minimum $1000 charge if a party is reported.

We look forward to sharing this home and fantastic location with you!

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2020
Sold by
Hefley Joan and Mary Davis Revocable Trust
Bought by
Besser Sean and Besser Samantha
Current Estimated Value
$1,963,080

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 1994
Sold by
Davis Mary
Bought by
Davis Mary and The Mary Davis Revocable Trust
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Besser Sean $1,410,000 Equity Title Company
Davis Mary -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Besser Sean $1,000,000
Closed Besser Sean $700,000
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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Off Market $5,400 -- --
05/27/2025 05/27/25 For Rent $5,400 -- --

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $18,128 $1,526,226 $1,220,982 $305,244
2024 $18,128 $1,496,301 $1,197,042 $299,259
2023 $17,836 $1,466,963 $1,173,571 $293,392
2022 $17,611 $1,438,200 $1,150,560 $287,640
2021 $17,173 $1,410,000 $1,128,000 $282,000
2020 $1,602 $70,775 $60,273 $10,502
2019 $1,576 $69,389 $59,092 $10,297
2018 $1,447 $68,030 $57,934 $10,096
2016 $1,368 $65,391 $55,686 $9,705
2015 $1,347 $64,410 $54,850 $9,560
2014 $1,348 $63,149 $53,776 $9,373
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