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Highlights

  • Peaceful setting
  • Close to shopping
  • Serene courtyard view

Location

518 Raymond Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA|Ocean Park
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Property Overview

518 Raymond Ave. offers a strong overall experience, with a 7.9 Zumper Expert Rating, standout amenities, and a highly rated location that supports convenience and value. It also features a peaceful setting, close access to shopping, a serene courtyard view, and proximity to a top-rated high school.

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

7.9
Very Good
518 Raymond Ave. is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650 sqftBeautiful unit tucked away in the middle of the court yard in a highly desirable neighborhood, offering the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience, all within a few blocks of the ocean. This bright and inviting apartment features serene courtyard view for relaxing evenings, and a peaceful setting away from street noise. The building feels secluded and tranquil while still being close to shopping, dining, entertainment, and the beach. Enjoy the 4th July Parade without worrying about parking by walking down to Main Street.

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Amenities for 518 Raymond Ave.

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanLaminate Floor

Appliances

DishwasherGas Range
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Services

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

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Building details

Property details

Units20

About 518 Raymond Ave.

HomeApartments in Santa MonicaOcean Park 518 Raymond Ave.

Beautiful unit tucked away in the middle of the court yard in a highly desirable neighborhood, offering the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience, all within a few blocks of the ocean. This bright and inviting apartment features serene courtyard view for relaxing evenings, and a peaceful setting away from street noise. The building feels secluded and tranquil while still being close to shopping, dining, entertainment, and the beach. Enjoy the 4th July Parade without worrying about parking by walking down to Main Street.


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
518 Raymond Ave. is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 518 Raymond Ave.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 518 Raymond Ave. is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Ocean Park. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
518 Raymond Ave. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 518 Raymond Ave. 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.
518 Raymond Ave. 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 518 Raymond Ave. does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
518 Raymond Ave. provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

518 Raymond Ave. is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 39 parks within a mile

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 518 Raymond Ave. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 miles away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 miles away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

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Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Ocean Park
Santa Monica
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Monica
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,295
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
March 2026$2,097
April 2026$2,091
May 2026$1,996
June 2026$2,020
July 2026$2,180
August 2026$2,165
September 2026$2,196
October 2026$2,196
A table of studio rental data trends in Ocean Park
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,859
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
March 2026$2,012
April 2026$1,990
May 2026$2,039
June 2026$2,047
July 2026$2,585
August 2026$2,764
September 2026$2,829
October 2026$2,677

Schools near 518 Raymond Ave.

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

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K-5Public
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Neighborhood

Ocean Park | Santa Monica, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Santa Monica near 518 Raymond Ave

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 518 Raymond Ave, Santa Monica

Groceries

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

Parks

10/10
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 518 Raymond Ave

Supermarket Guru
3015 Main St
Main Street Market
2916 Main St
Gelson's Market
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Whole Foods Market
225 Lincoln Blvd
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