Santa Monica Land for Sale

Welcome to Santa Monica, California—a vibrant coastal gem nestled in the heart of Los Angeles County. Known for its stunning beaches, iconic pier, and a lively downtown atmosphere, Santa Monica is a place where urban sophistication meets the laid-back charm of Southern California living. With its year-round sunshine, residents enjoy an outdoor lifestyle filled with beach activities, hiking trails, and bustling farmers' markets.

Santa Monica is not just a destination; it's a community that prides itself on sustainability, innovation, and culture. The city boasts a rich arts scene, with galleries, theaters, and music festivals that celebrate creativity in all its forms. The famous Third Street Promenade offers an array of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, making it a perfect spot for both locals and visitors to explore.

For those looking to invest in this beautiful city, there is land for sale, presenting an incredible opportunity to build your dream home or develop a unique project in this desirable location. With its prime location just steps away from the beach, you can enjoy breathtaking ocean views and the soothing sounds of the waves. The potential for growth in Santa Monica is immense, making it an ideal place for both residential and commercial ventures.

Whether you envision a cozy beachside retreat or a modern architectural masterpiece, the land available in Santa Monica provides the canvas for your dreams. Don’t miss your chance to become a part of this dynamic community where the sun shines bright, and the opportunities are endless!

Newest Santa Monica Land for Sale

$2,195,000

26867165 MLS ⋅ Active Status

NOT ON THE MARKET IN 60 YEARS & VACANT; 4 BLOCKS TO BEACH. 3 Cottages, currently vacant & uninhabitable/could be restored. HIGHEST AND BEST USE: Build 4 New Condos (one block away, 1 condo SOLD LAST YEAR FOR $2.5M: check 1919 4th Street). OR build LARGER MULTI UNIT taking advantage of NEW CA DENSITY BONUSES (10 units nextdoor are on the same size lot, some restrictions apply) SB 79 may apply.. Per ARCHITECT, 3 New Units of 1750 +/- sf each can be built PLUS 1 Jr ADU; OR OR RESTORE COTTAGES & add 4th Jr ADU, Rent Short Term (30 days +) for MASSIVE CASH FLOW. NO TENANTS for 60 years means NO low-income & rent control issues IF you build 4 units, but YOU COULD BUILD MORE.. ZONING ANALYSIS ATTACHED (See attached DOCS) from ARCHITECT FROM SANTA MONICA ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD; exceptions for lot width may apply; Parking access from Alley. 4 BLOCKS TO BEACH & Prime Main Street, SaMoHi and Downtown Santa Monica very close, PCH & 10 access. Statements from this listing may not be reliable. Do your own investigations & verify with City of Santa Monica. Feel free to call the Architect, name & number on Zoning Analysis in Docs.

2005 4th Street, Santa Monica

$2,995,000

26846551 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Located on one of the most desirable streets in Ocean Park, this exceptional RTI development opportunity presents the chance to build two architecturally significant residences just moments from the beach. Situated in the highly sought after Ocean Park enclave of Santa Monica, 731 Ashland Avenue includes Ready to Issue permits and Coastal Commission approval for two detached modern homes, thoughtfully designed to maximize scale, light, and functionality in this premier coastal neighborhood. The front residence is planned as a 2,469 sq ft two story home with a basement, while the rear residence spans 2,099 sq ft and includes an attached 372 sq ft JADU, ideal for guest use or additional income. Surrounded by some of the Westside's most coveted homes and just moments from Main Street, Rose Avenue, and the sand, this is a rare shovel ready opportunity for developers or end users to create a legacy property in a premier Santa Monica location.

731 Ashland Avenue, Santa Monica

$3,295,000

26842013 MLS ⋅ Active Status

A rare chance to acquire a fully entitled, ready-to-issue development site in the heart of Santa Monica, no entitlement risk, no waiting on the city, just permits and a shovel. Situated on a 7,500 square foot lot at 1434 14th Street, this RTI package delivers approved plans for a 3-story, 9-unit apartment building plus one ADU, over a full level of subterranean parking. The unit mix includes 1 three-bedroom, 3 two-bedrooms, 3 one-bedrooms, and 2 affordable two-bedroom units, a well-balanced program designed to maximize density while satisfying Santa Monica's Tier 2 Community Benefits requirements. Total building area comes in at approximately 10,811 square feet across three floors, with 10 parking spaces in the subterranean garage. The project was permitted under SMR3 zoning with a 35% density bonus, pushing the allowable unit count from 6 base units to 9. The existing improvements, a 1925 California Bungalow duplex, have been vacated and are sold as-is. The value is in the land and the entitlements. The location delivers everything Santa Monica multifamily tenants demand: walkable to several shops and restaurants, the Expo Line, Third Street Promenade, and the beach. High walk and bike scores virtually eliminate car dependency, which is exactly what the next generation of renters is underwriting. Opportunities to purchase a shovel-ready 9-unit site in Santa Monica at this price point don't come around often. Priced to reflect the land and approved entitlements.

1434 14th Street, Santa Monica

$6,000,000

26814807 MLS ⋅ Active Status

1637- 1651 Stanford Street presents a rare opportunity to acquire a +/- 23,134 square foot development site in one of Santa Monica's most supply-constrained and highly desirable locations. Comprised of four parcels and zoned SMLMSD (Santa Monica Light Manufacturing & Studio District), the property offers significant flexibility for residential, creative office, or mixed-use development. Preliminary plans have been explored for a 71-unit 100% affordable housing development, highlighting the site's ability to support meaningful density under current planning frameworks. With the continued evolution of California housing legislation, there is potential to further enhance density through programs such as the State Density Bonus Law, creating an attractive opportunity for developers seeking to maximize yield in a high-barrier-to-entry market. Located just minutes from the Water Garden, Bergamot Station, and major employers such as Oracle, Amazon Studios, and Red Bull, the site sits at the epicenter of Santa Monica's thriving creative and tech corridor. This prime positioning provides strong demand drivers for both residential and mixed-use projects.

1637 Stanford Street, Santa Monica

$1,995,000

26650931 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Tucked behind a private bridge where the creek flows beneath a canopy of mature trees, 641 Hightree Road is one of two rare undeveloped lots in beloved Rustic Canyon available individually or together with neighboring 639 Hightree Road. Each sits off quiet Hightree Road, embraced by hillsides once home to a 1920s open-air amphitheater that echoed with poetry readings. In 1979, Ray Kappe envisioned a soaring mid-century masterpiece here plans approved but never built leaving today's dreamer a remarkable blank canvas. Build ~5,000 sq ft on a single lot, or up to 10,800 sq ft across both. 641 offers 16,796 sq ft; 639 offers 16,184 sq ft - 32,981 sq ft total. A chance to create an enduring work of art in one of L.A.'s most storied settings.

641 Hightree Road, Santa Monica

$1,995,000

26650937 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Tucked behind a private bridge where the creek flows beneath a canopy of mature trees, 639 Hightree Road is one of two rare undeveloped lots in beloved Rustic Canyon available individually or together with neighboring 641 Hightree Road. Each sits off quiet Hightree Road, embraced by hillsides once home to a 1920s open-air amphitheater that echoed with poetry readings. In 1979, Ray Kappe envisioned a soaring mid-century masterpiece here plans approved but never built leaving today's dreamer a remarkable blank canvas. Build ~5,000 sq ft on a single lot, or up to 10,800 sq ft across both. 641 offers 16,796 sq ft; 639 offers 16,184 sq ft32,981 sq ft total. A chance to create an enduring work of art in one of L.A.'s most storied settings.

639 Hightree Road, Santa Monica

$4,000,000

26632711 MLS ⋅ Active Status

First time on the market in over 35 years and located along a prime westwardly corridor to the beach. This property is a double lot with a total of 13,980 SF R-3 in the city of Santa Monica. Currently, the property is a 3,700 SF vacant motel and parking lot. The property is located in the City of Santa Monica and is zoned Medium Density Residential. The property includes two parcels totaling 0.161 acres. The project is not located within a fire hazard area nor flood zone. The property has a potential to build 11 units by right and a total of 23 units with 4 units set aside as affordable using AB 1287 (stackable density bonus law). Although, the offering has a building with all utilities in place, the property is aggressively priced at a land value of $286.12/SF

2338 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica

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