Santa Monica Homes with Mid-Century Modern Style

Welcome to Santa Monica, California—a vibrant coastal city that perfectly blends beachside charm with urban sophistication. Nestled in Los Angeles County, this picturesque locale boasts a stunning coastline, iconic pier, and a bustling downtown filled with trendy shops, gourmet restaurants, and lively entertainment options. With its Mediterranean climate, Santa Monica offers year-round sunshine, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts and beach lovers alike.

One of the most captivating features of Santa Monica is its rich architectural heritage, particularly the allure of Mid-Century Modern homes. This design style, which flourished from the 1940s to the 1960s, is celebrated for its clean lines, organic forms, and seamless integration with nature. In Santa Monica, you’ll find a delightful array of Mid-Century Modern residences that reflect the era’s innovative spirit, featuring large windows that invite natural light and open spaces that promote a relaxed lifestyle.

These homes are not just structures; they embody a way of living that emphasizes simplicity and elegance. Imagine sipping your morning coffee on a sun-drenched patio, surrounded by lush landscaping and the soothing sounds of the ocean breeze. Whether you’re a design enthusiast or simply seeking a serene retreat, Santa Monica’s Mid-Century Modern homes offer a unique opportunity to own a piece of architectural history in one of California’s most desirable locations.

Explore the charm of Santa Monica and discover the perfect Mid-Century Modern home that resonates with your lifestyle. Embrace coastal living at its finest!

Newest Santa Monica Homes with Mid-Century Modern Style

$895,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ SR26194496 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Park-front corner residence, seven blocks from the beach! Located in Santa Monica’s desirable Wilshire-Montana neighborhood, this bright and updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium offers 1,014 square feet of comfortable single-level living directly across from Christine Emerson Reed Park. The west-facing corner position welcomes abundant natural light, while the open living and dining area connects seamlessly to an updated kitchen with quartz countertops and a complete appliance package. An enclosed patio/balcony provides flexible bonus space for relaxing, working or entertaining. The spacious primary bedroom features a walk-in closet, while the second bedroom offers generous wall-to-wall storage. Additional highlights include central heating and air conditioning, smooth ceilings, excellent hallway and entry storage, controlled building access, community laundry and one assigned parking space in the gated subterranean garage. Enjoy exceptional proximity to Reed Park’s tennis courts, basketball courts and playground, along with Montana Avenue, Palisades Park, Third Street Promenade, Ocean Avenue, downtown Santa Monica, public transportation and the beach. A wonderful opportunity for a primary residence, coastal retreat or long-term investment in one of Santa Monica’s most convenient locations. 1101 Lincoln Blvd Unit 1A, APN 4281-035-055 is an exempt from Santa Monica rent control.

1101 Lincoln Boulevard Unit 1A, Santa Monica

$1,850,000

7 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 26961579 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Prime Santa Monica Quadruplex | Investment Opportunity with Strong Upside Potential. Positioned in one of Santa Monica's most sought-after coastal markets, 2447 Chelsea Place presents an attractive opportunity for investors seeking a well-located multi-family asset with a desirable unit mix and long-term potential. The property consists of four residential units, offering a versatile configuration of three 2-bedroom, 2-bath residences and one 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence. Two of the larger units are located upstairs and feature private balconies, while two residences are situated on the lower level. Each unit is assigned a covered carport, and residents have access to community laundry facilities as well as an inviting patio area to enjoy. The diverse unit mix provides flexibility for attracting a broad tenant base while creating the potential for a stable and diversified rental stream. For an investor, the property's appeal extends beyond its current configuration, offering an opportunity to evaluate future improvements, unit enhancements, and other value-add strategies that may increase rental appeal and overall asset performance. Location is a significant component of the investment story. Santa Monica consistently commands attention for its limited housing supply, highly desirable coastal setting, established rental demand, and proximity to employment, entertainment, dining, shopping, and recreation. The property places residents within easy reach of the beach, parks, local businesses, and the distinctive lifestyle that continues to make Santa Monica one of Southern California's premier residential destinations. For investors looking to acquire a multi-unit property in a high-demand coastal market, 2447 Chelsea Place offers a compelling combination of unit diversity, desirable location, and value-add potential. An opportunity to acquire a four-unit asset in Santa Monica and position it for long-term income and appreciation. A strategic addition to an income-focused portfolio or an opportunity for an investor seeking to unlock additional value in one of California's most established coastal communities.

2447 Chelsea Place, Santa Monica

$1,555,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26871563 MLS ⋅ Active Status

This absolutely charming beach duplex is the kind of property that rarely comes along - beautifully renovated and brimming with opportunity. Featuring a vacant, beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath owner's residence plus a leased 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence generating $3,593 per month, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of coastal lifestyle and investment potential. The location is truly unbeatable. Situated in one of Santa Monica's most sought-after neighborhoods, you're just moments from Grant Elementary, Clover Park, and the vibrant Ocean Park corridor, home to some of the area's best restaurants, cafes, boutiques, and local favorites. With three side-by-side parking spaces and a turnkey presentation throughout, this special property presents an incredible opportunity for an owner-user, investor, or anyone dreaming of the ultimate beach lifestyle with built-in income. When comparable 3-bedroom, 2-bath homes in Sunset Park start at $2.2 million or more, the question becomes: why buy a single-family home when you can own a duplex? Live in the spacious three-bedroom residence, collect income from the second residence, and enjoy the best of both worlds. Rare, flexible, and full of coastal charm, this is an exciting opportunity that doesn't come around often. ***OFFER DEADLINE: September 14, 2026 @ 6 PM***

2402 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica

$1,295,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26875941 MLS ⋅ Active Status

End Unit Condominium located in Palisades Park Tract. San Vicente Historic District. Plenty of Street Parking. 2 Side by Side Parking Spaces In Security Garage. Spacious Open Floor Plan with Ten Foot Ceilings. Great Living Room With Gas Fireplace, Wall of New Dual Pane Windows with Transoms and Sliding Doors to Wrap Around Balcony With Greenbelt Views. Large Primary Suite and Second Bedroom. Window Treatments, New Central Heating and A/C with Heat Pump. 5 year Warranty Parts & Labor. Magnolia and Coral Trees, Greenbelt Views. Within Minutes to Adelaide Stairs, Palisades Park, Beach and Shopping.

511 San Vicente Boulevard Unit 107, Santa Monica

$5,750,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26859413 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Thoughtfully designed and finished with intention, this stunning Westside residence is the definition of luxury and comfort. Set on Berkeley street, this jewel box captures sweeping views of the Westside and the Pacific Ocean from both the front of the property and the expansive back terrace, creating an incredible backdrop from sunrise to sunset.Every inch of this three-bedroom, three-bathroom home has been thoughtfully curated with designer finishes and elevated details. The spacious chef's kitchen opens effortlessly into the main living area, offering an inviting space that's equally suited for intimate evenings at home or lively gatherings with friends and family.Outside, multiple outdoor entertaining spaces designed to embrace Southern California living. Whether you're enjoying dinner under the stars, relaxing with a morning coffee, or swimming laps in the private pool, every outdoor space has been intentionally designed to make the most of the home's spectacular setting.

867 Berkeley Street, Santa Monica

$2,250,000

13 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 26862705 MLS ⋅ Active Status

The subject property is a six-unit residential income asset located at 1937 17th Street in central Santa Monica. Built in 1948 and zoned SMR2, the asset consists of (1) 3-Bedroom / 1.5-Bath unit and (5) 2-Bedroom / 1-Bath units, including a detached 2 Bedroom / 1-Bath home located towards the rear of the property, totaling 4,840 rentable square feet on a 7,746 SF lot. The property will be delivered with three vacant units at the close of escrow. Currently two units are vacant with a third unit becoming vacant at the end of August. Recent upgrades include a new roof and updated electrical systems. Tenant parking is on-site with 8 uncovered individual spaces and a 2 car garage located at the front of the property. The property delivers strong in-place cash flow at a 5.00% cap rate, with meaningful embedded upside as rents are brought to market. Potential ADU can be built as a garage conversion, buyer to verify. Positioned in Prime Santa Monica, the property sits within one block of Santa Monica College, and a short commute to Whole Foods, the Pico corridor retail, and the Bergamot Expo Line station, giving tenants a direct rail link to Downtown Santa Monica, Century City, and Downtown Los Angeles. The Santa Monica beach and pier are minutes to the west. Santa Monica remains a supply-constrained, high-demand rental market with deep renter demand from the Silicon Beach tech corridor and the long-term durability that defines Westside multifamily.

1937 17th Street, Santa Monica

$7,495,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26852273 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Internationally published and widely recognized for its architectural significance, this exceptional ground-up residence by Woods + Dangaran, completed in 2015, is a masterful expression of California mid-century modernism, where architecture, landscape, and light exist in complete harmony. Hidden behind soaring bamboo hedges in Santa Monica's coveted North of Montana neighborhood, the home reveals itself with quiet confidence, unfolding through a carefully choreographed sequence of spaces that celebrate openness, privacy, and an effortless connection to the outdoors. Every line has been thoughtfully composed and every proportion carefully considered. Expansive walls of glass, warm cedar detailing, polished concrete floors, rich hardwoods, and crisp white planes create a timeless material palette that is both restrained and inviting. Natural light animates the interiors throughout the day, while eleven skylights wash the second floor in soft daylight, enhancing the home's quiet, gallery-like atmosphere. Carefully framed views of sculptural gardens, tranquil courtyards, and open sky dissolve the boundary between indoors and out. Designed as a carefully choreographed sequence of interconnected spaces, the home unfolds from sophisticated entertaining areas to intimate private retreats, with each room revealing a new relationship to the surrounding landscape through landscaped courtyards, garden terraces, and expansive walls of glass. At its center, a serene pool courtyard serves as the home's focal point, enveloped by mature bamboo, architectural succulents, and specimen cacti to create a private, resort-inspired sanctuary where the landscape is every bit as intentional as the architecture itself. The kitchen is a study in understated luxury, appointed with custom Bulthaup cabinetry, a complete suite of Gaggenau appliances including integrated refrigeration, convection oven, a built-in coffee system, a wine refrigerator that holds 41 bottles, and a warming drawer, all complemented by Dornbracht fixtures and thoughtfully curated European finishes. Positioned at the heart of the home, it anchors the surrounding living and entertaining spaces while maintaining the clean restraint that defines the architecture. Beyond the public spaces, the private quarters embrace the same philosophy of quiet luxury. The primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat, where warm wood detailing, soft natural light, and tranquil garden outlooks create an atmosphere of calm. Thoughtfully positioned for privacy, it embodies the home's seamless dialogue between architecture and landscape, offering a sanctuary that feels both intimate and deeply connected to its surroundings. Throughout the home, iconic lighting by Poul Henningsen, Verner Panton, Arne Jacobsen, and Fabricius & Kastholm reinforces the residence's enduring design pedigree, where every material, fixture, and finish has been selected with extraordinary intention. Rarely does a home achieve such a harmonious balance of architectural pedigree, material integrity, and everyday livability. More than a residence, this is a meticulously crafted work of architecture that embodies the enduring principles of California mid-century modernism while offering an exceptional lifestyle in one of Santa Monica's most coveted neighborhoods.

527 7th Street, Santa Monica

$750,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26861489 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Discover timeless Mid-Century charm in this bright and beautifully remodeled top-floor, single-level condo, nestled in an intimate 10-unit building in one of Santa Monica's most sought-after neighborhoods. This exceptionally spacious residence offers an inviting open layout filled with natural light, highlighted by warm wood floors and an expansive private patio that spans the entire length of the home, creating the perfect setting for indoor-outdoor living. The generous living room features a beautiful fireplace and opens seamlessly to the oversized patio, while the adjacent dining area also enjoys direct patio access, making entertaining effortless. The remodeled kitchen is both stylish and functional, complete with stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and a skylight that fills the space with natural light. The oversized bedroom offers exceptional closet space, and the beautifully remodeled bathroom features both a separate tub and a walk-in shower. Ample storage throughout the home, along with one secured parking space and an additional private storage area, add to the home's everyday convenience. Ideally located just 1 1/2 blocks from the vibrant boutiques, restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and movie theater on Montana Avenue, this home also offers easy access to public transportation and is only 11 blocks from scenic Palisades Park, where breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean await. This is a rare opportunity to own a spacious Mid-Century gem in an unbeatable Santa Monica location!

944 11th Street Unit 9, Santa Monica

$2,950,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 26854589 MLS ⋅ Active Status

The subject property is a five-unit residential income asset located at 2218 24th Street in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Santa Monica. Built in 1947 and zoned SMR1, the asset consists of a (1) 2-Bedroom/ 1.5-Bath + Office front house, (3) 1-Bedroom / 1-Bath units, and (1) Studio / 1-Bath unit, totaling 3,412 rentable square feet on a 7,514 SF lot. There are two garages. One two-car garage is facing the alley, while the other two-car garage is accessible from the courtyard and is currently used as storage. There are 5 total parking spaces on-site. The property is 100% occupied with substantial in-place rental upside, sitting just blocks from Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, the Bergamot Expo Line station, and Santa Monica College. Positioned just blocks from neighborhood shopping and restaurants, the property boasts a walk score of 88 (Walker's Paradise). There is a laundry room on-site with washer and dryer machines that are owned provided a great amenity and additional income. The property benefits from one of the Westside's most walkable submarkets, a quiet residential pocket with limited new supply, strong renter demand, and the long-term durability that defines Santa Monica multifamily.

2218 24th Street, Santa Monica

$1,395,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26847799 MLS ⋅ Active Status

2402 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica

$3,995,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26830497 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Celebrity-like retreat in the heart of Santa Monica Canyon. This iconic mid-century architectural offers rare privacy, serenity, and timeless design. Originally built in 1959 by renowned architect Ned Westover as his personal residence, the home is a true expression of indoor-outdoor California living and is just minutes from Santa Monica's beaches. Set behind gates at the end of Stassi Lane, just below Adelaide Drive, the property is a secluded hideaway. A koi pond welcomes you into a peaceful, treehouse-like setting, where nearly every room opens to expansive decks with canyon, mountain, and ocean views. The main level features a spacious living room with fireplace, dining area, cozy den, open kitchen with new appliances, quartzite counters and island, along with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The lower level offers a private primary suite with a fireplace, full bath, and its own deck. A detached studio/guest suite with pitched ceilings and skylights provides an ideal creative space. Thoughtfully updated, the home retains its architectural integrity. Recent upgrades include engineered hardwood floors, new Trex decking with cable railings, updated electrical, new HVAC (including ductless systems), tankless water heater, EV charger, renovated guest bath, and reconfigured interiors to create a more open-concept living environment. The atrium-style entry with new iron glass doors, and landscaped terraced hillside further enhance the home's indoor-outdoor flow. Outdoor living includes a scenic overlook with a hot tub and gazebo, and lush grounds featuring mature fruit trees, gardens, and the current owner's chickens and bees. Permits are issued for a fire-hardened ADU, pool, and two-car garage, designed in reinforced concrete. The ~450 sq ft ADU (with its own address on Entrada Drive via SB9) sits above the garage and is complemented by a 20' x 10' pool with separate spa. Offering additional flexibility and long-term value. A rare offering combining architectural pedigree, meaningful upgrades, and future development potential in one of Santa Monica's most sought-after canyon settings. Private Showings Only.

454 Stassi Lane, Santa Monica

$3,100,000

SB26051364 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

The subject property (Lincoln Park Apartments) is a Classic 1950's two story walkup apartment building with 10 units. There are 3 two bedroom units, 5 one bedroom units, and 2 Studio apartments. The property features a gated central courtyard for access to the common area and entry for all of the units. There is a laundry room on site and 7 parking garages, in addition to the front parking area for 3 more vehicles. Future potential for ADU conversion of the garages. The units are subject to City of Santa Monica Rent Control and all units are below market with upside in rental income as units turnover. The property is in one of the most desirable areas of Santa Monica, just north of Wilshire Boulevard across from beautiful Reed Park which encompasses a full city block and has picnic tables, benches, basketball courts, public and private tennis courts. This quiet apartment complex is a short walk or bike ride to, 3rd Street Promenade with it's many shops and restaurants, the park along Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica State Beach, and The Santa Monica Pier. Properties in this area rarely become available, and are in high demand.

1129 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica

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