Santa Monica Homes with One Level Stories

Santa Monica Homes with One Level Stories

Welcome to Santa Monica, California—a vibrant coastal city nestled in Los Angeles County that perfectly blends sun-soaked beaches with a lively urban atmosphere. Known for its stunning shoreline, Santa Monica boasts a picturesque pier, bustling shopping districts, and a thriving culinary scene that attracts both locals and visitors alike. With its Mediterranean climate, residents enjoy year-round outdoor activities, from sunbathing on the iconic Santa Monica Beach to exploring the scenic trails of the nearby Santa Monica Mountains.

For those seeking the charm and convenience of single-story living, Santa Monica offers a delightful selection of one-level homes. These residences are perfect for families, retirees, or anyone desiring easy access without the hassle of stairs. Many of these homes feature open floor plans, allowing for seamless transitions between living spaces, making entertaining a breeze. Additionally, many one-level properties come complete with private yards, ideal for soaking up the California sun or hosting weekend barbecues.

Living in Santa Monica means embracing a lifestyle rich in culture and community. Enjoy leisurely strolls along the sandy beaches, indulge in shopping at the Third Street Promenade, or savor a meal at one of the many acclaimed restaurants. With excellent schools, beautiful parks, and a strong sense of community, Santa Monica is not just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive. Discover the charm of single-story homes in this coastal gem and embrace the laid-back California lifestyle that awaits you!

Newest Santa Monica Homes with One Level Stories

$3,999,999
7 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 26994599 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Rare opportunity on one of Santa Monica's most coveted streets just steps from Montana Avenue. Properties like this rarely come to market. This unique compound offers a 3-bedroom, 2-bath front house paired with four income-producing units in the rear (two studios and two one-bedrooms) currently generating over $21,000/month in rental income. Whether you're an owner-user looking to live in a prime location while offsetting your mortgage, or an investor seeking strong in-place income with immediate upside, this property checks every box. Surrounded by mature landscaping and tucked behind a private setting, the property delivers both tranquility and walkable access to Montana Avenue's top-tier dining, shopping, and lifestyle amenities. Opportunities like this - location, upside, and income - are extremely limited and highly coveted.

852 11th St, Santa Monica
$795,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26993179 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Ideally located in the heart of Santa Monica, this inviting two-bedroom, two-bath residence offers comfortable indoor-outdoor living in a convenient central location. The open living and dining area features wood floors and sliding glass doors opening to a private gated patio creating a wonderful extension of the living space. The updated kitchen offers ample cabinetry, stone countertops and stainless-steel appliances. Both bedrooms are generously proportioned, with the primary suite featuring a walk-in closet and its own full bath. Mature landscaping surrounds the intimate complex, and the unit includes one assigned gated, covered parking space, with the surrounding two-block area designated for residential permit parking, providing residents with additional street-parking options. Located between Santa Monica High School and Santa Monica College, with easy access to the beach, restaurants, cafes, shopping and Silicon Beach. A terrific opportunity to enjoy the Santa Monica lifestyle at an approachable price point.

1917 11th Street Unit 2, Santa Monica
$1,645,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26993743 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to this exceptional 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence, perfectly situated in one of Santa Monica's most sought-after neighborhoods. Blending timeless sophistication with contemporary comfort, this beautiful condo offers a lifestyle that feels both refined and effortlessly inviting. The home showcases refinished parquet floors, plush new bedroom carpeting, and a tastefully renovated kitchen. Soaring ceilings and expansive southwest-facing windows fill the living, dining, and kitchen areas with abundant natural light, creating an open and welcoming ambiance. The spacious primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with dual walk-in closets and a luxurious en-suite bathroom featuring a soaking tub, separate shower, and generous space to unwind. The home ensures a seamless move-in-ready experience. Additional conveniences include two side-by-side parking spaces and extra storage in the garage, providing practicality without compromising comfort. Just moments from the boutiques, cafs, and restaurants of Montana Avenue, and only a few blocks from Santa Monica's iconic beaches, this remarkable residence offers an unmatched combination of elegance, convenience, and coastal charm. Experience the very best of Santa Monica living in this truly special home. Broker/Agent does not guarantee accuracy of square footage, lot size, zoning, rent control, permits, use code, schools and/or other information concerning the conditions or features of the property provided by the seller or obtained from public records or other sources. Buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of all information through personal inspection and with appropriate professionals

1044 5th Street Unit 202, Santa Monica
$899,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26992787 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Beautifully updated and turn-key, this 2 bed, 2 bath second-floor condo offers 1,398 sq ft in a quiet rear location within a 34-unit elevator building. The kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, a breakfast bar and a farmhouse sink overlooking the living room. The open living and dining area is anchored by a brick gas fireplace with built-in bookshelves and opens to a private southwest-facing patio with pool views. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet. Additional highlights include new double-pane windows throughout, central air and heat, tile flooring and in-unit laundry. Two covered spaces in the gated underground garage, plus extra storage. Community amenities include a heated pool, sauna, BBQ area and secure controlled access. Conveniently located close to shopping, dining and everyday essentials, with easy access to the rest of Santa Monica and the Westside.

2677 Centinela Avenue Unit 203, Santa Monica
$1,425,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26993119 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Set along one of Santa Monica's most iconic boulevards, 2300 Wilshire presents a collection of thoughtfully designed residences that capture the ease of life on the Westside. Residence 201 offers 2 bedrooms and 2 baths across approximately 1,150 square feet, with generous living and entertaining spaces complemented by contemporary finishes throughout. Interiors feature quartz countertops, premium appliances, recessed lighting, Nest climate control and a full-size washer and dryer. A defining feature of 2300 Wilshire is its exceptional indoor-outdoor living, with select residences offering oversized private patios and balconies ranging from approximately 200 to 400 square feet, an increasingly rare offering in Santa Monica. Residents enjoy controlled building and garage access, reserved parking, landscaped courtyards and an outdoor kitchen and lounge, with Trader Joe's conveniently located at street level. Moments from the beach, dining, shopping and the best of the Westside, 2300 Wilshire offers a considered approach to Santa Monica living. Other floor plans and residences are available.

2300 Wilshire Blvd Unit 201, Santa Monica
$2,395,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26860309 MLS ⋅ Active Status
A Sunset Park Gem with Serious Westside Style. Welcome to one of Sunset Park's most special streets and sought-after locations where bigger lots, laid-back sophistication, and true neighborhood charm come together. Set on an expansive 6,746-square-foot lot with 50 feet of frontage, this sleek and contemporary 1,600 square foot home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a detached 462 square-foot converted garage, creating up to 2,062 square feet of living space (garage not permitted as living space). The tropical backyard is a private escape designed for the way you actually want to live. Think jacuzzi, lush landscaping, garden paths, al fresco dining, a relaxed lounge area, and beautiful gardens. The generous driveway accommodates up to four cars, a rare Westside luxury. Inside, the home is completely move-in ready, with a remodeled kitchen, dedicated laundry room, updated lighting, outlets and switches, and a smart, easy-flowing layout. A dramatic drop-down living room centers around a wood-burning fireplace and opens directly to the backyard. The primary bedroom also connects to the garden, bringing the outdoors into everyday life. The vibe is warm and inviting, with a charming living room and spacious dining area made for everything from casual dinners to entertaining friends. Best of all, you're right in the heart of prime Sunset Park, walking distance to Grant Elementary and Clover Park, and the effortlessly cool mix of boutiques, cafes, and restaurants along Ocean Park Boulevard. If Sunset Park is your idea of the ultimate Santa Monica lifestyle, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for! **OFFER DEADLINE OCTOBER 7 @ 6 PM, 2026**

2441 21st Street, Santa Monica
$1,550,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26990943 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Set along one of Santa Monica's most iconic boulevards, 2300 Wilshire presents a collection of thoughtfully designed residences that capture the ease of life on the Westside. Residence 202 offers 2 bedrooms and 2 baths across approximately 1,327 square feet. A desirable split-bedroom floor plan places the bedrooms on opposite sides of the residence, creating a natural sense of privacy around the central living and entertaining spaces. Interiors feature quartz countertops, premium appliances, recessed lighting, Nest climate control and a full-size washer and dryer. A defining feature of 2300 Wilshire is its exceptional indoor-outdoor living, with select residences offering oversized private patios and balconies ranging from approximately 200 to 400 square feet, an increasingly rare offering in Santa Monica. Residents enjoy controlled building and garage access, reserved parking, landscaped courtyards and an outdoor kitchen and lounge, with Trader Joe's conveniently located at street level. Moments from the beach, dining, shopping and the best of the Westside, 2300 Wilshire offers a considered approach to Santa Monica living. Other floor plans and residences are available.

2300 Wilshire Blvd Unit 202, Santa Monica
$1,050,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26992237 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Set along one of Santa Monica's most iconic boulevards, 2300 Wilshire presents a collection of thoughtfully designed residences that capture the ease of life on the Westside. Residence 219 offers one bedroom and one bath across approximately 944 square feet. Interiors feature quartz countertops, premium appliances, recessed lighting, Nest climate control and a full-size washer and dryer. A defining feature of 2300 Wilshire is its exceptional indoor-outdoor living, with select residences offering oversized private patios and balconies ranging from approximately 200 to 400 square feet, an increasingly rare offering in Santa Monica. Residents enjoy controlled building and garage access, reserved parking, landscaped courtyards and an outdoor kitchen and lounge, with Trader Joe's conveniently located at street level. Moments from the beach, dining, shopping and the best of the Westside, 2300 Wilshire offers a considered approach to Santa Monica living. Other floor plans and residences are available.

2300 Wilshire Boulevard Unit 219, Santa Monica
$999,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26992631 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Gorgeous Penthouse Condo with an amazing location in the heart of Santa Monica, only a few blocks to Ocean Ave, the Promenade and the Beach! Surrounded by amazing shops and restaurants! Close to the Expo Light rail! On a quiet tree-lined street between Broadway & Colorado, everything is nearby, including the ocean! This one-story penthouse unit in a small 8-unit building has a large open living room with vaulted ceiling, fireplace and picture windows with Palm tree views! The Gourmet kitchen has granite counters, stainless steel appliances and pass-thru counter with counter seats that open to the dining area. The primary corner suite opens to a private balcony and has a spa-like bathroom with walk-in closet and tiled shower and its own sliding glass door that opens to the private balcony allowing for ocean breezes while you do your morning routine. The guest bedroom has its own remodeled bathroom. Taking up half the top floor, with only one shared wall, this unit feels incredibly private.

1532 9th Street Unit 8, Santa Monica
$2,998,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26991391 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Set on one of Sunset Park's few cul-de-sacs, this Santa Monica home pairs a charming traditional exterior with warm, modern interiors and an unusually flexible floor plan. A mature front garden leads to the single-level residence, where open living spaces flow easily from the front living room through the dining area and family room to the backyard. Oak floors, multiple skylights, and two fireplaces add warmth and character throughout. The open kitchen features honed stone countertops, Viking double ovens and a six-burner cooktop, wine fridge, and a center island with breakfast bar. At the rear, French doors open to a generous outdoor living and entertaining deck overlooking the private grassy yard, creating an easy connection between the interior and outdoor spaces. The main house currently includes two spacious bedrooms and two baths, including a large primary suite that opens directly to the rear deck and garden, with a walk-in closet and spacious spa-like bathroom featuring a soaking tub, concrete-finished shower, and dual-sink vanity. The home's third bedroom and an additional bath are located in the detached guest suite, which adds approximately 395 sq. ft. of interior space. The adjoining garage has been transformed into an impressive flex space/rec room with vaulted beamed ceilings, French doors, and an artist's sink, providing excellent space for a studio, gym, office, or other creative use. For those who prefer three bedrooms in the main residence, conceptual drawings are available that illustrate several ways to create a third bedroom within the existing footprint, adding meaningful flexibility without expanding the home. Additional features include a new HVAC system and ductwork in the main house, owned solar with net metering, whole-house water filtration, EV charging, and abundant storage. The main residence offers 1,911 sq. ft., while the detached guest suite adds 395 sq. ft., for approximately 2,306 sq. ft. of combined interior space, plus the separate garage/flex space. All of this is set in a prime Sunset Park location near neighborhood shops, restaurants and parks, a highly regarded local preschool, and just two blocks from Grant Elementary.

2429 26th Street, Santa Monica
$2,559,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26992507 MLS ⋅ Active Status
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!!! Turn-Key investment opportunity!!! A rare gem in one of Southern California's most sought-after coastal communities, this beautifully maintained and extensively upgraded triplex presents an exceptional investment and owner-user opportunity just minutes from the beach. Ideally situated near Santa Monica College and approximately two miles from Santa Monica Pier, Palisades Park, Third Street Promenade, Venice Beach, and Santa Monica Place, this unique property features a charming front duplex built in 1936 (Units A & B) and a spacious detached rear owner's residence added in 1956 (Unit C), all situated on an expansive 7,187 SqFt lot. Each unit has been thoughtfully maintained and upgraded with hardwood flooring, copper plumbing, underground utilities, individual washers and dryers, separate front and side entrances, and key-lock security gates. A large shared patio between Units B and C provides an inviting outdoor space perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Unit A offers a one-bedroom, one-bath layout with dining area, laundry room, vinyl windows, gas range, parking for two vehicles, and a private enclosed garage/storage space. Unit B features two bedrooms, one bathroom, dining area, laundry room, gas range, vinyl windows, driveway parking for up to three vehicles, and an enclosed garage/storage. Unit C boasts a spacious living room, large bedroom, full bathroom, mud room with garage access, an updated kitchen, new washer and dryer, dishwasher, alley-access parking for three vehicles, and an enclosed garage equipped with an electric door and EV charger. Recent major capital improvements include a new roof with gutters and downspouts, new garage doors, new HVAC systems with heating and cooling in all units, all new tankless water heaters, upgraded electrical panel with sub-panel, new gas safety shut-off valves, sewer line, remodeled bathrooms in Units A and B, a complete remodel of Unit C including flooring, doors, windows, kitchen cabinetry and appliances, bathroom, laundry room, and garage upgrades. A truly one-of-a-kind coastal income property offering pride of ownership, strong rental appeal, and an unbeatable location.

2252 20th Street, Santa Monica
$650,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26991773 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Incredible location. Top floor condo in prime Santa Monica. The move-in ready unit has a remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances. The redone bathroom offers a spacious combination shower and bathtub with gorgeous tile surround and large mirrored medicine cabinet. The bedroom retreat offers a quiet sanctuary. Enjoy coastal breezes from the living room with a glass slider that opens to a balcony, the ideal space for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Tremendous location, moments from the beach and close to all the best dining and shopping in Santa Monica.

937 5th Street Unit 8, Santa Monica
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