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519 California Avenue Unit 5

Santa Monica, CA 90403

2 beds
2 baths
1,187 sqft
$1,094 per sqft
1966 build
– on site

Ditch the car--everything you need is right here.At 519 California Ave, you're living in the heart of Santa Monica's most desirable neighborhood, with the beach, Palisades Park, tennis courts, cafes, and shopping all within less than a mile. This spacious unit is one of just fourteen homes in a friendly mid-century condo community, offering what can only be described as a Vehicle Optional Lifestyle (though there's an enclosed garage if you need it!).Unit 5 features an open floor plan with a gas fireplace, a dry bar, and brand-new luxury SPC flooring with cork soundproofing for added comfort. A full wall of sliding glass doors floods the space with light and opens onto a freshly refinished deck that spans the entire living room--perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails.The remodeled kitchen includes sleek cabinetry, a breakfast bar, and a wine fridge. The primary suite offers an oversized closet, a stylishly updated bath, and its own access to the deck. And on top of the generous square footage, you'll also get additional storage in the building's secure garage.From Montana Ave to Wilshire, the Promenade to Emerson Reed Park and the beach--you're never more than a few minutes from wherever you want to be.

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Jeremy Tuite / Backbeat Homes

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 11, 2025 •

MLS# P1-23140 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1966
Year Built Source:

Assessor
Unit Number:

5
Architectural Style:

Mid Century Modern
Structure Type:

House
Stories Total:

3
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio Open
Patio:

1
Common Walls:

2+ Common Walls

Interior

Features:

Open Floorplan, Balcony
Levels:

One
Kitchen Features:

Remodeled Kitchen, Kitchen Open to Family Room
Eating Area:

Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Living Room
Flooring:

Carpet, Vinyl, Tile, See Remarks
Room Type:

Living Room, Walk-In Closet, Two Primaries
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplace:

Gas
Laundry:

Community, Inside
Laundry:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1187.00

Location

Directions:

Take California Ave to 5th Ct
Latitude:

34.02196700
Longitude:

-118.49866200

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Subtype:

Condominium
Property Condition:

Updated/Remodeled, Turnkey
View:

None
Fencing:

None
Fence:

No
Sprinklers:

Yes
Security Features:

Card/Code Access
Property Attached:

1
Land Lease:

No
Lease Considered:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Tract:

51888
Tax Tract:

701402
Tax Lot:

1

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Parcel Number:

4292011070

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

1
Heating:

Fireplace(s), Radiant
Cooling:

No
Cooling:

None

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Built-In Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Included:

Yes

The Community

Units in the Community:

14
Features:

Biking, Park, Storm Drains, Sidewalks, Curbs
Association Amenities:

Controlled Access, Earthquake Insurance, Water, Trash, Pets Permitted, Storage, Pet Rules
Association:

519 California
Association:

Yes
Association Fee:

$653.03
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Pool:

None
Senior Community:

No
Private Pool:

No
Spa Features:

None
Assessments:

No
Assessments:

None

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Assigned, Gated
Parking Spaces:

1.00
Attached Garage:

No
Garage Spaces:

1.00

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,299,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$6,955
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$357
HOA fees	$653
Utilities	$114 See report
Total	$8,079/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/10/25 Jul 10, 2025	Listed / Active	CRMLS_CA	$1,299,000	15.5% (3.7% / YR)
5/19/21 May 19, 2021		CRMLS_CA	$1,125,000	2.7%
5/13/21 May 13, 2021		CRMLS_CA	$1,095,000

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This condo located in Silicon Beach, Santa Monica, CA 90403 is currently for sale for $1,299,000. 519 California Avenue Unit 5 is a 1,187 square foot condo with 2 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 2 days. 519 California Avenue Unit 5 is in the Silicon Beach neighborhood of Santa Monica and has a WalkScore® of 61, making it somewhat walkable.

Listing Courtesy of: CRMLS_CA and Backbeat Homes. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 19:32 on Jul 12.

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