1221 Ocean Avenue

1221 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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Monthly Rent
$12,760 - $18,510
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Bedrooms
1 - 2
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
1,082 - 1,809 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

Plan C

$12,760
1 Bed, 1 Bath
1,082 Sq. Ft.
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Plan B

$14,010
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,480 Sq. Ft.
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Plan A

$17,510 - $18,510
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,809 Sq. Ft.
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* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1971
  • 120 units16 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Santa Monica Rent Control Fee
    $10 / mo

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $50
  • Reservation/Holding Fee
    $500

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Drive Time
Walk Time
Bike Ride Time
Public Transit

Property Highlights

  • 24-hour Attended Lobby
  • 24hr. Emergency Maintenance Services
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue Grills
  • Business Center
  • Central Air Conditioning & Heat
  • Clubhouse
  • Concierge Services
  • Conference / Meeting Room
  • Elevators
  • Garage Parking
  • In-home Full-size Washer & Dryer
  • Microwave
  • Occasions Room
  • Oceanfront Views
  • Pet Friendly
  • Poolside Cabanas
  • Refrigerator
  • Rooftop Ocean-facing Resort-style Pool

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Breakfast Nook
  • Cable Ready
  • Den
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Double Vanities
  • Eat-in Kitchen

Community Features

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Business Center
  • Cabana
  • Clubhouse
  • Community-Wide WiFi
  • Concierge
  • Controlled Access
  • Courtyard
  • Doorman

Map of 1221 Ocean Avenue

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Good public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Busy

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Transit

Subway

2 min Drive

Expo Line - Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Airport

Los Angeles International

19 min Drive

Los Angeles International

Airport

Bob Hope

35 min Drive

Hollywood Burbank

Airport

Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

39 min Drive

Long Beach-Daugherty Field

Moving to Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 1221 Ocean Avenue proximity to Third Street Promenade and Santa Monica Place. Third Street Promenade is 0.3 miles away, and Santa Monica Place is within a 10 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 60, 1221 Ocean Avenue has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 23.2 miles. Transit options include Downtown Santa Monica and 17 St/ Smc.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 1221 Ocean Avenue are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.8 miles, including Santa Monica State Beach, Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, and Will Rogers State Beach.

Airports

Living in Downtown Santa Monica provides easy access to Los Angeles International, located just 19 minutes from 1221 Ocean Avenue. Another nearby airport is Bob Hope, located 23.2 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Palisades Charter Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

Not rated

John Muir Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Roosevelt Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

Rosewood Avenue Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Lincoln Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Santa Monica High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

MUSE Global School

Grades PK-12

Private

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GreatSchools

Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Santa Monica Coll., Emeritus Walk: 4 min (0.2 mi)
Santa Monica College, Madison Walk: 18 min (0.9 mi)
Santa Monica Coll. Drive: 6 min (2.2 mi)
Santa Monica Coll., Academy Drive: 7 min (2.9 mi)

About 1221 Ocean Avenue

Designed for those who value extraordinary upscale living, every luxury residence at 1221 Ocean Avenue in iconic Santa Monica features a private oceanfront balcony offering sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean stretching from Palos Verdes to Malibu. Our one, two, and three-bedroom high-rise apartments feature generous walk-in closets with custom organizers, hardwood-style flooring, premium appliances and designer quartz countertops. Located steps to fine dining and shopping, these truly are the most sought-after apartment residences on the west coast.

Living at 1221 Ocean Avenue is like living at your own private five star resort. Our best-in-class amenities include a rooftop, ocean view pool and spa, valet parking, on-site 24/7 guest concierge services, rooftop lounge and onsite fitness center.

1221 Ocean Avenue is an apartment community in Santa Monica, CA

Contact

Property Address:
1221 Ocean Ave,
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Phone Number: (424) 317-9412
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Office Hours
  • Sunday By Appointment Only
  • Monday By Appointment Only
  • Tuesday By Appointment Only
  • Wednesday By Appointment Only
  • Thursday By Appointment Only
  • Friday By Appointment Only
  • Saturday By Appointment Only
1221 Ocean Avenue

Renter Reviews

For 1221 Ocean Avenue

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1 Rating & Review

  • 12/14/22

    This building has gone downhill

    This was a wonderful, luxury community. Now it is going downhill fast. Key property personnel have left and aren't replaced. The cost savings are hitting hard - no holiday decorations. And worse yet, we are now one of 3 commercial buildings owned by DE so we have constant alarms to evacuate from adjacent buildings, the parking garage pranks, etc. Do you want to evacuate your building on a regular basis? No reliable people to address issues? Valet staff cut to save money so longer waits. Avoid this once wonderful building.

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    Property Manager at 1221 Ocean Avenue responded to this review

    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We take concerns regarding staffing, valet service, and building operations seriously. Resident safety is our top priority, and we are working closely with neighboring management to resolve the issue with adjacent building alarms and eliminate disruptions. We are also actively addressing our staffing levels to ensure prompt assistance. Please reach out to our management team directly so we can address your concerns.

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