Up 75 steps from Mesa Road, tucked beneath a sprawling oak, sits a classic Rustic Canyon cabin that feels a world away yet is only blocks from Will Rogers State Beach and Rustic Canyon's restaurants.
Inside, knotty pine walls and a dramatic vaulted, beamed ceiling set the tone. The living room centers on a stone fireplace flanked by built-in bookshelves. The dining area sits in a three-window bay that looks straight into the treetops and ocean lit by a Mission-style lantern chandelier and a mica pendant. The original hardwood floors run throughout, and ductless mini-splits keep every room comfortable year-round.
The kitchen is full of vintage charm. It has a white enamel O'Keefe & Merritt gas range, a deep drainboard sink, and a butcher-block counter. It also has new appliances: refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and an in-unit stacked washer and dryer. A glass door opens onto the private back patio.
The primary bedroom has a vaulted, beamed ceiling, windows on three sides with top down bottom up blinds framed with views of trees, a ceiling fan, and its own glass door to the patio. The second bedroom is bright, with white walls, two windows, and a closet nook. It works well as a guest room or office. The bathroom has been kept true to the era, with white subway tile, a hex mosaic floor, and a step in shower.
Out back, a private fenced and gated patio wraps the house. There's room for an outdoor dining table, chairs, and a grill, all surrounded by aloes, terraced plantings, and a citrus tree.
Please note that the home is reached by 75 outdoor steps up from Mesa. Street parking is available on Mesa below and Amalfi above.
Some photos with furniture and decor are virtually staged as noted in description. Furniture is not included in rental.
Highlights
2 bedrooms, 1 bath, about 608 sq ft
Vaulted, beamed knotty pine ceilings and original hardwood floors
Stone fireplace with built-in bookshelves
Vintage gas range, drainboard sink, and handmade tile in the kitchen
In-unit washer and dryer, dishwasher
Ductless mini-split heating and cooling throughout
Primary bedroom with direct patio access
Large private, fenced and gated patio with a grill and garden
Keyless smart lock entry
Blocks to Will Rogers State Beach and local restaurants
Rent: $4,500/month, plus $200/month for utilities (includes only gas, electricity, water, and garbage; internet/cable are not included)
Furniture is not included in rental.
Lease terms: 12-month lease, with renewal option for another year after the initial term. Available immediately.
Rent and utilities: $4,500/month. Utilities are a flat $200/month and cover water, gas, electricity, and trash. Tenant sets up and pays for internet/cable separately.
Move-in costs: First month's rent and a security deposit of $4,500.
Pets: Pets considered with approval
Parking: Street parking on Mesa below and Amalfi above.
Other policies: No smoking in the house, including marijuana. No late-night parties or loud/disruptive noise. No illegal drug use on the property.
Gardener handles landscaping every other week.
Screening: Applicants should have verifiable income of about 2.5 3x the monthly rent, good rental history, and a credit score of 650+. We will consider alternative proof of ability to pay where required by law.
Apartment for rent
Apartment
Available Sat Oct 17 2026
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner, wall unit
In unit laundry
Wall furnace
What's special
Deep drainboard sinkDramatic vaulted beamed ceilingKnotty pine wallsButcher-block counter
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Wall Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 608 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity, Garbage, Gas, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Monica
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 10/7/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,500$7/sqft |
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