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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Prime location
  • Granite and stone counters
  • 2-bedroom apartments

Location

229 Bicknell Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA|Ocean Park
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Property Overview

229 Bicknell Ave offers strong overall appeal, with a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3 out of 10 supported by standout scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It features hardwood floors, granite and stone counters, and 2-bedroom apartments, along with a prime location and nearby public transit. Environmental sustainability is a plus, with on-site recycling or composting options and access to 72 parks within a mile.

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, 229 Bicknell Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 229 Bicknell Ave 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

  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath602 sqftLooking at apartments for rent in Santa Monica, and dreaming of a condo near the beach? Welcome to 229 Bicknell Condominiums. Just half a block from Main Street, and a short walk from the beach, 229 Bicknell offers a prime location. Families will find John Muir Elementary, Santa Monica High School, and Olympic High School all within walking distance. Craving a cup of joe? Dogtown Coffee is right around the corner, as well as numerous dining options, like M Street Kitchen and Stella Barra Pizza. Build in 1963, these glamorous condos conjure visions of a simpler time, when life was filled with pool parties and carefree summers at the beach. Upgraded to match the advances and comforts of modern living, many of the units have been beautifully remodeled, and feature hardwood floors, granite and stone counters, and custom tile work. With 27 units across two floors, and floor plans ranging from 500 to 700 square feet, you’ll find a variety of 2-bedroom apartments to choose from. Wake to the scent of the ocean, and gaze from your window out at the sea in select units.

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Amenities for 229 Bicknell Ave

Apartment Amenities

TrashWater

Appliances

Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Sewer

Grounds

GardeningOutdoor Space
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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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Units2

About 229 Bicknell Ave

HomeApartments in Santa MonicaOcean Park 229 Bicknell Ave

Looking at apartments for rent in Santa Monica, and dreaming of a condo near the beach? Welcome to 229 Bicknell Condominiums. Just half a block from Main Street, and a short walk from the beach, 229 Bicknell offers a prime location. Families will find John Muir Elementary, Santa Monica High School, and Olympic High School all within walking distance. Craving a cup of joe? Dogtown Coffee is right around the corner, as well as numerous dining options, like M Street Kitchen and Stella Barra Pizza. Build in 1963, these glamorous condos conjure visions of a simpler time, when life was filled with pool parties and carefree summers at the beach. Upgraded to match the advances and comforts of modern living, many of the units have been beautifully remodeled, and feature hardwood floors, granite and stone counters, and custom tile work. With 27 units across two floors, and floor plans ranging from 500 to 700 square feet, you’ll find a variety of 2-bedroom apartments to choose from. Wake to the scent of the ocean, and gaze from your window out at the sea in select units.


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, 229 Bicknell Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 229 Bicknell Ave 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 229 Bicknell Ave
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.
229 Bicknell Ave 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.
229 Bicknell Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gardening. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 229 Bicknell 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.
229 Bicknell 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 229 Bicknell 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·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.

229 Bicknell 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
  • 72 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 229 Bicknell Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.1 miles away
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Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Ocean Park

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 229 Bicknell 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

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 229 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 229 Bicknell Ave, Santa Monica

Groceries

9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
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

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

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