Ocean Park

Just south of the Santa Monica Pier on Ocean Avenue is Ocean Park, a coveted beachfront neighborhood of Santa Monica popular with sunbathers, surfers, volleyball players, joggers, and bikers. Filled with beautiful scenery, fun things to do, and gorgeous homes, what’s not to love?

 

Ocean Park is known for being a safe and walkable neighborhood, with restaurants, shopping, playgrounds, and cafes near enough to stroll to from home. As one of the most popular areas in Santa Monica, Ocean Park can experience heavy traffic at times, but for most residents, this is a small price to pay to live in such a beautiful place.

 

 

The California Heritage Museum is located in a Victorian house on Main Street in Ocean Park. The museum showcases modern art and hosts weekly gatherings of food trucks for the community each Wednesday evening.

 

Though Ocean Park can be busy, it’s easy to run a quick errand without leaving the neighborhood. Shop for groceries at Gelson’s or Whole Foods Market, or grab what you need from the local Walgreens.

 

Multiple parks are located in Ocean Park, making this a beautiful place to live, and supplementing the small lot sizes with green space in the community. Crescent Bay Park on Ocean Avenue features grassy areas and benches with ocean views, perfect for a sunrise yoga session or a tranquil picnic. Barnard Way Linear Park is a long, narrow stretch of grass along the beach, offering an alternative to the sand without sacrificing an ounce of ocean views and salty air.

 

Joslyn Park features a basketball court, playground, green space, and 2 dog parks. There is also an auditorium and craft room available for hosting classes, parties, and special events. Pacific Street Park is also perfect for dog owners, centrally located in Ocean Park and featuring an off-leash dog park area.

 

As with every neighborhood in Santa Monica, you will find plenty of excellent places to eat out, grab a latte, or meet friends for drinks. Samosa House, Santa Monica serves traditional Indian food for dine-in and to-go. They have been serving the community since 1979, and are a local favorite for Indian flavors.

 

Cha Cha Chicken is a fun Caribbean restaurant serving Jerk chicken and other island favorites in a colorful, casual setting. Order at the counter and sit down on the garden patio or inside the beach shack-themed restaurant to enjoy a satisfying, flavorful meal right by the ocean.

 

For the perfect cup of coffee, walk over to Gnarwhal Coffee Co, with a social-media-worthy aesthetic and delicious espresso drinks.

 

All a part of the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District, public schools serving families living in Ocean Park are highly rated and include John Muir Elementary School, John Adams Middle School, and Santa Monica High School.

 

There are also many excellent private schools in the area. Families can choose from an extensive list of private education choices in the area, with varying approaches and curriculum styles to suit their needs and preferences.

 

Homes in Ocean Park are beautiful, ranging from modern condos to Craftsman bungalows to luxury beachfront homes. Prices for condos in Ocean Park start just under $1 million, while single-family homes and multi-family home investment properties can range greatly into the multi-million dollar range. Lot sizes in Ocean Park are quite small, but nearly every home in the community boasts an ocean view. Though the lots are small, most are beautifully maintained and have maximized the space with private pools, chic patios, or peaceful garden spaces.

 

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