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Highlights

  • Double-pane windows
  • Built-in closets in hallway
  • Hardwood flooring in living room, kitchen

Location

246 Bicknell Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA|Ocean Park
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Management

Golden Bear Management

Leasing office

(310) 963-4506

Property Overview

Bicknell receives an exceptional Zumper expert rating of 8.3, indicating its appeal to renters. The property features notable characteristics such as double-pane windows, built-in hallway closets, and hardwood flooring in the living areas. Exceptional ratings for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness highlight its strong value proposition, offering residents a premium living experience with excellent transparency from management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Bicknell is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bicknell has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath600 sqft$2,950 /mo1 unit availableThis 1 bedroom, 1 bath, upstairs unit has a gentle ocean breeze from the west and good afternoon sunshine. Excellent location on Bicknell Avenue, in a well-maintained 7 unit building in Ocean Park/Santa Monica. Unit Includes: - Hardwood Flooring in Living Room and Kitchen. - Includes Stove, Dishwasher and Refrigerator. - Built-in closets in hallway and good size closet in bedroom. - Double-pane windows. NO SMOKING Parking: S.M. City Zone 3 resident parking permit available. Just 2 blocks from Santa Monica Beach and 1 block to Main Street shops and restaurants! Close to 10 Freeway and Metro Expo Line. **For SHOWINGS & Questions.................................................. CONTACT **** **

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Amenities for Bicknell

Apartment Amenities

No Utilities Included

Appliances

DishwasherRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Bicycle StorageOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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About Bicknell

HomeApartments in Santa MonicaOcean Park Bicknell

This 1 bedroom, 1 bath, upstairs unit has a gentle ocean breeze from the west and good afternoon sunshine. Excellent location on Bicknell Avenue, in a well-maintained 7 unit building in Ocean Park/Santa Monica. Unit Includes: - Hardwood Flooring in Living Room and Kitchen. - Includes Stove, Dishwasher and Refrigerator. - Built-in closets in hallway and good size closet in bedroom. - Double-pane windows. NO SMOKING Parking: S.M. City Zone 3 resident parking permit available. Just 2 blocks from Santa Monica Beach and 1 block to Main Street shops and restaurants! Close to 10 Freeway and Metro Expo Line. **For SHOWINGS & Questions.................................................. CONTACT **** **


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Bicknell is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bicknell has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Bicknell
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Bicknell stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Bicknell goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including bicycle storage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Bicknell receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Bicknell is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Bicknell does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Bicknell is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 458 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Work-from-home

  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 11 internet service provider options nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Bicknell compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Ocean Park

1-bedroom apartments at Bicknell cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ocean Park.

Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Ocean Park
Santa Monica
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Monica
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,571
April 2024$2,582
May 2024$2,471
June 2024$2,393
July 2024$2,350
August 2024$2,329
September 2024$2,326
October 2024$2,195
November 2024$2,275
December 2024$2,270
January 2025$2,303
February 2025$2,421
March 2025$2,279
April 2025$2,199
May 2025$2,184
June 2025$2,183
July 2025$2,119
August 2025$2,015
September 2025$2,067
October 2025$2,125
November 2025$2,087
December 2025$2,092
January 2026$2,195
February 2026$2,193
A table of studio rental data trends in Ocean Park
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,741
April 2024$1,858
May 2024$1,828
June 2024$2,391
July 2024$2,579
August 2024$2,600
September 2024$2,408
October 2024$2,601
November 2024$2,778
December 2024$2,553
January 2025$2,771
February 2025$2,909
March 2025$2,612
April 2025$2,362
May 2025$2,470
June 2025$2,640
July 2025$2,760
August 2025$2,932
September 2025$2,675
October 2025$2,663
November 2025$2,325
December 2025$2,245
January 2026$2,184
February 2026$2,212

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$118,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $118,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,950.
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Schools near Bicknell

Santa Monica Alternative (K-8)

2525 fifth st

santa monica, CA, 90405

K-8Public
A

John Muir Elementary School

2526 sixth st

santa monica, CA, 90405

K-5Public
A

Allies for Every Child

12120 wagner st

culver city, CA, 90230

PKPublic

Juan De Anza Elementary School

12110 hindry ave

hawthorne, CA, 90250

K-5Public
A

Success Learning Center

13530 aviation blvd

hawthorne, CA, 90250

K-12Public
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Getting around Santa Monica near 246 Bicknell Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 246 Bicknell Ave, Santa Monica

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 246 Bicknell Ave

Market
2127 Main St
Gelson's Market
2627 Lincoln Blvd
Beach Food Mart
1601 Ocean Front Walk
Main Street Market
2916 Main St
Trader Joe's
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