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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Gated entry
  • Quartz counters
  • Spacious layout
  • Fridge included
  • Quartz kitchen counters

Location

500 California Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403, USA|Wilshire-Montana
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Management

Roque & Mark Co., Inc.

Leasing office

(310) 828-7525

Property Overview

500 California Ave delivers strong overall value, with a Zumper Expert Rating of 9.2/10 and a perfect 10/10 for price, placing it in the 82.5th percentile for value for money in the area. Residents can expect a high standard of living thanks to hardwood floors, quartz kitchen counters, a spacious layout, gated entry, and included fridge, all in a convenient North of Wilshire location about five blocks from the beach and within reasonable distance of a top-rated high school.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$2,950–$2,995 /mo2 units available500 California Avenue #2, Santa Monica, 90403 Rent: $2,950 Security Deposit: $2,950 Bedrooms: 2 Bath: 1 Parking: 1 Gated entry. Here is your chance to live in an adorable, lower 2 bedroom apartment in the perfect location! Features hardwood floors, granite counters, fresh paint, window coverings, and more! Spacious and convenient layout. Good closet space. Fridge included. One parking space included. Shared laundry room onsite. Approx. 1000 sf. You cannot beat the lifestyle this location has to offer! Just 5 blocks from the beach and 3 blocks to the Promenade, this is beach living at its best. Don't miss - feels like home! 50 dollar credit check fee. No pets. One year lease minimum. All approved applicants are required to show proof of renter’s insurance prior to signing the lease and receiving the keys to the unit. Please call Roque & Mark Co. at 310.828.7525 or view our website at www roque-mark com for more info.

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Amenities for 500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach

Apartment Amenities

GraniteHardwood Floor
TrashWater

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Controlled AccessOnsite Laundry
Shared Laundry Room On-site

Grounds

Assigned ParkingGated Entry

Neighborhood

Five Blocks to the Beach
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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

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units23
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About 500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach

HomeApartments in Santa MonicaWilshire-Montana 500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach

500 California Avenue #18, Santa Monica, 90403 Rent: $2,995 Security Deposit: $2,995 Bedrooms: 2 Bath: 1 Parking: 0 Upper front unit!! Here is your chance to live in an adorable, upper 2 bedroom apartment in the perfect location, north of Wilshire Blvd! Beautifully updated with quartz counters and LVT floors. Corner building, with courtyard setting. Spacious and convenient layout. Good closet space. Fridge included. Parking space is not included. Shared laundry room is onsite. Approx. 1000 sf. You cannot beat the lifestyle this location has to offer! Just 5 blocks from the beach and 3 blocks to the Promenade, this is beach living at its best. Don't miss - feels like home! 50 dollar credit check fee. No pets. One year lease minimum. Please call Roque & Mark Co. at 310.828.7525 or view our website at www roque-mark com for more info. *** 500 California Avenue #2, Santa Monica, 90403 Rent: $2,950 Security Deposit: $2,950 Bedrooms: 2 Bath: 1 Parking: 1 Gated entry. Here is your chance to live in an adorable, lower 2 bedroom apartment in the perfect location! Features hardwood floors, granite counters, fresh paint, window coverings, and more! Spacious and convenient layout. Good closet space. Fridge included. One parking space included. Shared laundry room onsite. Approx. 1000 sf. You cannot beat the lifestyle this location has to offer! Just 5 blocks from the beach and 3 blocks to the Promenade, this is beach living at its best. Don't miss - feels like home! 50 dollar credit check fee. No pets. One year lease minimum. All approved applicants are required to show proof of renter’s insurance prior to signing the lease and receiving the keys to the unit. Please call Roque & Mark Co. at 310.828.7525 or view our website at www roque-mark com for more info.


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach
Price·10A 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.
500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach 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, 500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach 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.
500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach 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·9A 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.
500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

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 500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
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Rent trends in Wilshire-Montana

2-bedroom apartments at 500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Wilshire-Montana.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Wilshire-Montana
Santa Monica
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Monica
MonthMedian Rent
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
March 2026$2,097
April 2026$2,091
A table of studio rental data trends in Wilshire-Montana
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,981
June 2024$2,068
July 2024$1,885
August 2024$1,901
September 2024$1,911
October 2024$1,972
November 2024$2,067
December 2024$2,079
January 2025$2,174
February 2025$2,225
March 2025$2,150
April 2025$2,025
May 2025$2,044
June 2025$2,012
July 2025$1,952
August 2025$2,006
September 2025$2,062
October 2025$2,062
November 2025$2,096
December 2025$2,091
January 2026$2,248
February 2026$2,161
March 2026$2,095
April 2026$2,110

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

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 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,950.
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Schools near 500 California Ave, North of Wilshire in Santa Monica. 5 blocks to the beach

Roosevelt Elementary School

801 montana ave

santa monica, CA, 90403

K-5Public
A+

Santa Monica Alternative (K-8)

2525 fifth st

santa monica, CA, 90405

K-8Public
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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Neighborhood

Wilshire-Montana | Santa Monica, CA

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

Getting around Santa Monica near 500 California Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
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 500 California Ave, Santa Monica

Groceries

8/10
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

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

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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