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1431 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(424) 901-2529
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Pacific Plaza

1431 Ocean Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(424) 901-2529
Pacific Plaza in Santa Monica, CA - Building Photo
  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $2,695–$4,275Available Unit Pricing
  • 435–715Square Feet

Rent Specials

TWO WEEKS FREE!~~TWO WEEKS FREE! *On select units on a 12 Month Lease. New Residents Only. Leases Must Commence on or before 12/31/24. Call for Further Details.

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About Pacific Plaza

Experience the best of Santa Monica apartment living at Pacific Plaza where you’ll enjoy stunning ocean and city views paired with the convenience of living in the heart of this dynamic city by the beach. This iconic high rise apartment building offers some of the best unobstructed ocean views in Los Angeles and is within walking distance to the Expo Metro station.

Pacific Plaza is located in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood and 90401 Zip code of Santa Monica, CA. This community is professionally managed by Douglas Emmett Apartments

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 24-Hour Valet Parking
  • Built-in Closet Organizers
  • Close to Main Street with extensive shopping and dining
  • Convenient access to PCH and the 10 Freeway
  • Disability Access
  • Fully-equipped fitness center
  • Located just steps from the Santa Monica Pier, 3rd Street Promenade and Tongva Park
  • Mirror Wardrobe
  • On-Site Management Office
  • Steps From 3rd Street Promenade
  • Walk To Farmer'S Market On Wed. And Sat.
  • Walk To Metro Station (Expo Line)
  • Well-designed floor plans

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Pacific Plaza offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,695 and having 435–715 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    From $2,695

    Model B

    Studio, 1 Bath, 455 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,695Available NowModel B455 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Views

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,695 - $3,195

    From $3,100

    Model A

    Studio, 1 Bath, 435 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $3,100Available NowModel A435 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • Tub/Shower
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Views
    • Window Coverings

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $3,100 - $3,600

    From $3,175

    Model C

    Studio, 1 Bath, 475 sq ftLargest StudioThis is the largest Studio at this PropertyAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $3,175Available NowModel C475 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Views

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $3,175 - $3,250
  • 1 Bedroom

    From $3,450

    Model F2

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 660 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $3,450Available NowModel F2660 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Views

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $3,450 - $4,260

    $4,275

    Model G

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 715 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $4,275Available NowModel G715 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Large Bedrooms
    • Views

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $4,275
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • Renovated In 1998
  • 288 Units
  • 15 Stories
  • Built in 1963

Lease Terms

  • 12 Months

Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Water

Parking Fees & Info

Parking Garage

  • 1 Space; Assigned Parking. Valet Parking Only

Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $42 Application Fee

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Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • On Site Retail
  • Package Service
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Recycling
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Laundry Service
  • Public Transportation
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Disposal Chutes
  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Storage Space
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Sprinkler System
  • Tub/Shower
  • Intercom
  • Cable Ready
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Granite Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Office
  • Carpet
  • Views
  • Window Coverings

Unique Amenities

  • Garage Available

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed
Google Map

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1431 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Sunday9:00 am–6:00 pm

Getting Around

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

83 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

77 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Pacific Plaza

Where is Pacific Plaza located?

Pacific Plaza is located at 1431 Ocean Ave near the Downtown Santa Monica area of Santa Monica, CA

What is the current rent range at Pacific Plaza?

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at Pacific Plaza currently range from $2,695 to $4,275

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Pacific Plaza are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Sunday 9:00 am–6:00 pm

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at Pacific Plaza is: TWO WEEKS FREE!~~TWO WEEKS FREE! *On select units on a 12 Month Lease. New Residents Only. Leases Must Commence on or before 12/31/24. Call for Further Details..

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The Pacific Plaza Apartments are 14.35% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Santa Monica area, and 3.45% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,695$3,172-$477-15.0%
    1 Bedroom$3,450$3,997-$547-13.7%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Santa Monica

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,695$2,862-$167-5.8%
    1 Bedroom$3,450$3,490-$40-1.1%

    Methodology: On 12/26/2024, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 238 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Pacific Plaza (Downtown Santa Monica), and 2868 other apartment communities in Santa Monica using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 12/26/2024

  • Family Friendly 3.2

    Family Friendly apartments feature the best community amenities for larger families like larger floorplans, playgrounds and day care options.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.2-star Family Friendly rating is based on the following features:

    • Fitness Center
    • Smoke Free Options
    • Controlled Gate Access
    • Maintenance on site
    • On-Site Retail
    • Package Service
    • Key Fob Entry
    • Elevator(s)
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Dishwashers
    • Planned Social Activities
    • Property Manager on Site
    • Renters Insurance Programs
    • Laundry Service
    • Public Transportation
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Disposal Chutes
    • Balconies
    • Storage Spaces
    • Heating
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Showers
    • Intercoms
    • Wheelchair Access
    • Disposals
    • Kitchens
    • Freezers
    • Granite Countertops
    • Office(s)
    • Views
    • Window Coverings
    • Cable Ready
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  • Transit Friendly 3.0

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

  • Accessibility 3.4

    Rentals with high ratings in the Accessibility category have featured top amenities and community services that can help provide for a more accessible living experience for residents.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.4-star Accessibility rating is based on the following features:

    • Wheelchair Access
    • Smoke Free Options
    • Package Service
    • Key Fob Entry
    • Elevator(s)
    • Maintenance on site
    • Property Manager on Site
    • Disposal Chutes
    • Controlled Gate Access
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Showers
    • Disposals
    • Dishwashers
    See more
    See less
  • Student Living 3.2

    Rentals that are highly rated for the Student Living Lifestyle rating have top features and amenities that benefit students and others who enjoy living the student lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.2-star Student Living rating is based on the following features:

    • Package Service
    • Property Manager on Site
    • Public Transportation
    • Elevator(s)
    • Fitness Center
    • Storage Spaces
    • Smoke Free Options
    • Views
    • Window Coverings
    • Maintenance on site
    • On-Site Retail
    • Planned Social Activities
    • Recycling
    • Renters Insurance Programs
    • Laundry Service
    • Key Fob Entry
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Disposal Chutes
    • Controlled Gate Access
    • Balconies
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Tub/Showers
    • Intercoms
    • Wheelchair Access
    • Disposals
    • Kitchens
    • Ovens
    • Ranges
    • Refrigerators
    • Dishwashers
    • Granite Countertops
    • Cable Ready
    See more
    See less
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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.6
8 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • Sad But True

    May 27, 2024
    I went through: Bed bugs, roaches, noise from neighbors, noise outside, regular downed elevators, slow hot water, dark dingey garage, crime, homeless getting in, laundry room issues. All for premium prices!
    Review from Apartments.com
  • absolutely horrible, dont rent a apartment from there

    September 15, 2022
    There are MANY cockroaches. There is no air conditioning. Laundry is downstairs and it's a mess while everyone is collecting each other's clothes. Security is never in place. No water flows from the shower head. And pacific plaza managers never return messages sent. All the machines in the laundry are broken and eating your money. When we tell this to the managers, they say it's none of our business and kick them out of their rooms. Never rent a apartment here. It's a waste of your money!!
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Bad office staff

    December 22, 2017
    The location is great! Building is a bit old, but the trade off is that it's way cheaper than other building in Santa Monica. The issue is with the rental office staff. The manager Cheryl is confrontational with an unfriendly attitude. Matthew is a pretty cold unfriendly guy as well. As soon as he gets your signature on a lease forget about any warmth after that. Courtney is also extremely rude. I hope management replaces all of them SOON! And yes, I too will change my review to 4-5 stars once ...
    they change office staff!
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • Horrible office staff

    December 20, 2017
    The location is great! Building is a bit old, but the trade off is that it's way cheaper than other building in Santa Monica. The issue is with the rental office staff. The manager Cheryl is confrontational with an unfriendly attitude. Matthew is a pretty cold unfriendly guy as well. As soon as he gets your signature on a lease forget about any warmth after that. Courtney is also extremely rude. I hope management replaces all of them SOON!
    Review from Apartments.com
  • It's balanced but I'm sure you could get more bang for your buck.

    June 15, 2017
    There isn't a direct stairwell to the garage, causing traffic issues with the elevators (only 2). Though the staff is fantastic and extremely helpful on many issues, the location itself has a tendency to attract a lot of party people (not necessarily a bad thing) and can be quite rowdy on the weekends. Not to mention that the pleasant beachfront view and accessibility leads to inclement weather on occasion(at least for California). I'd say, for the amount of money they request, you could find a ...
    much better location nearby.
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • Stay away at all costs

    February 22, 2016
    Sahar was pleasant when we first went in to arrange a viewing. After she took our deposit she was very eager to rent the apartment to us. We took the place and wishing 2 weeks we were treated like 3rd rate citizens. Not only did we have issues with brown water coming out of the faucets, but the noise from the neighbors upstairs. This building is filled with noisy college kids despite what the leasing office might say. We had to complain about the loss noise/parties till 3am and they did nothing ...
    .... Filthy hallways with animal feces Non working laundry Snotty valet I regret this decision. They also stole our packages
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • AMAZING

    October 5, 2015
    The Best Apartment I've ever stayed at when I visited California for a month. Would sincerely be the best thing ever to live there for life or even visit again! staff and everything were super friendly and amazing
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Pacific Plaza

    August 23, 2015
    My apartment is really great, my favorite thing is the valet parking below my building. You have to call ahead but it is still nice. The washer/dryer is on site but not in the unit so that's one down side, but at least it is in the building. The building as a nice gym but could use some updating. There is a front desk attendant at night so that is nice to know that nothing bad will happen and if something does it will be taken care of. The apartments here are only offered in 1 bedroom or studio. ...
    I have a studio and its pretty nice, just the kitchen needs a little updating. Overall the biggest upside is the LOCATION it is right in the middle of Santa Monica and you can walk any where. The overall down side is that my apartment is a studio less than 500 square feet, and it is $2400/month, but it includes parking, water, and garbage.
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    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Santa Monica High

Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
601 Pico Boulevard
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2678 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
9/10

Lincoln Middle

Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
1501 CA Ave.
Public School - Grades 6-8 (854 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
8/10

Roosevelt Elementary

Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
801 Montana Ave.
Public School - Grades K-5 (594 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away
7/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Pacific Plaza.

Arts Museums and LandmarksAddressDriveDistance
Venice CanalsCarroll Ct & Eastern Canal Ct5 min2.7 mi
J. Paul Getty Museum1200 Getty Center Drive11 min5.3 mi
Randy's Donuts805 West Manchester Boulevard17 min8.1 mi
Big Box and RetailAddressDriveDistance
Petco2910 Wilshire Blvd4 min2.1 mi
Staples2052 S Bundy Dr5 min2.8 mi
Albertsons13401 Washington Blvd7 min3.3 mi
Colleges and UniversitiesAddressDriveDistance
Santa Monica College - Emeritus College1227 2nd Street1 min0.2 mi
Santa Monica College - Madison Campus1310 11th Street2 min0.7 mi
Santa Monica College1900 Pico Boulevard4 min1.4 mi
GroceriesAddressDriveDistance
Vons710 Broadway1 min0.5 mi
Ralphs1644 Cloverfield Blvd4 min1.6 mi
Whole Foods2201 Wilshire Blvd4 min1.6 mi
HospitalsAddressDriveDistance
Santa Monica - Ucla Medical Center & Orthopaedic Hospital1250 16th Street3 min1.2 mi
Providence Saint John's Health Center2121 Santa Monica Blvd4 min1.6 mi
Cedars-Sinai Marina Del Rey Hospital4650 Lincoln Blvd8 min3.9 mi
Military BasesAddressDriveDistance
National Guard Armory South Bay Cities19 min9.2 mi
Los Angeles Air Force Base20 min9.7 mi
Parks and RecreationAddressDriveDistance
Santa Monica Pier200 Santa Monica Pier1 min0.3 mi
Beverly Gardens ParkNorth Santa Monica & Wilshire Boulevard13 min6.2 mi
La Brea Tarpits5801 Wilshire Blvd18 min8.8 mi

Pacific Plaza has 3 parks within 9.1 miles, including Santa Monica Pier, Beverly Gardens Park, and La Brea Tarpits.

Restaurants and DiningAddressDriveDistance
Le Pain Quotidien9630 S. Santa Monica Boulevard13 min6.4 mi
Beacon3280 Helms Avenue14 min6.6 mi
Caffe Latte6254 Wilshire Blvd17 min8.3 mi
Shopping CentersAddressDriveDistance
Santa Monica Place395 Santa Monica Pl1 min0.2 mi
Third Street Promenade1241-1245 3rd St1 min0.3 mi
Lincoln Broadway Bldg723-729 Broadway1 min0.5 mi

Pacific Plaza has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 miles.

Transit StationsAddressDriveDistance
Culver City-Expo Line8817 Washington Blvd13 min6.3 mi
Farmdale-Expo Line4420 Exposition Boulevard18 min8.7 mi
Aviation Station-Green Line11501 Aviation Blvd19 min9.0 mi

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Santa Monica Studio Apartments $2,862$1,425$10,000+
Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments $3,490$1,550$10,000+
Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments $4,597$2,195$10,000+
Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments $6,045$1,300$10,000+
Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,239$1,340$9,995

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