Santa Monica
Median $2,800,000
Venice
Median $2,100,000
Both beach communities — very different lifestyles and returns.
Established coastal city. Premium pricing, top schools, walkable downtown.
Creative class, ADU investment returns of 18%+, faster appreciation.
Santa Monica offers stability and lifestyle. Venice offers investment opportunity and faster appreciation. For families, Santa Monica. For investors and buyers in their 30s, Venice.
"Venice is outperforming Santa Monica on appreciation right now — but Santa Monica commands a premium that never completely erodes. It's about what you value more: yield or prestige."
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