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.
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.
Property Details
Price:
$4,495,000
MLS #:
SR25114280
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Address:
538 Palisades Avenue
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
c14santamonica
City:
Santa Monica
Listed Date:
May 23, 2025
State:
CA
Finished Sq Ft:
2,245
ZIP:
90402
Lot Size:
6,414 sqft / 0.15 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1920
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Schools
School District:
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
Interior
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Heating
Central
Exterior
Community Features
Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Foundation Details
Raised
Garage Spaces
2.00
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Rectangular Lot
Parking Features
Attached Carport, Covered, Driveway, Concrete, Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Garage – Single Door, Garage Door Opener
Parking Spots
4.00
Pool Features
None
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Spa Features
None
Stories Total
1
View
Neighborhood, Park/ Greenbelt, Trees/ Woods
Water Source
Public
Financial
Association Fee
0.00
Utilities
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Map
Community
- Address538 Palisades Avenue Santa Monica CA
- AreaC14 – Santa Monica
- CitySanta Monica
- CountyLos Angeles
- Zip Code90402
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538 Palisades Avenue
Santa Monica, CA
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