Located on prime Ocean Avenue, El Tovar by the Sea continues to be one of the most exclusive addresses in Santa Monica. A triumph of Classical Mediterranean architecture, this coveted mid-rise was meticulously designed as 22 residences, each one to feel like a single family home, but with all of the amenities of a full-service luxury building. Two West is aptly positioned to face the lush trees of Alta Avenue, with a large covered patio for indoor/outdoor living complete with ocean breeze. Beautifully maintained, this 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 bath unit boasts high ceilings, formal living and dining, eat-in kitchen, primary suite with dual walk-in closets and large bath with soaking tub. The building features stunning newly upgraded pool and spa, fully equipped indoor gym, security and two car private garage. Just blocks from the shops and restaurants on Montana Avenue and sunsets on the bluffs overlooking the Pacific. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy iconic California living at it's best.
For sale
Price cut: $200K (7/10)
$4,295,000
603 Ocean Ave #2A, Santa Monica, CA 90402
3beds
2,694sqft
Residential, Condominium
Built in 1996
-- sqft lot
$4,253,700 Zestimate®
$1,594/sqft
$5,000/mo HOA
What's special
Ocean breezeClassical mediterranean architectureTwo car private garageFully equipped indoor gymHigh ceilingsFormal living and diningEat-in kitchen
- 138 days |
- 584 |
- 12 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Simon Beardmore DRE # 01321605 310-892-6454,
Sotheby's International Realty 310-481-6262
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 26658673
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Area, Center Hall, Formal Entry, Powder, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Patio Covered, Living Room, Dining Area
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Vented Exhaust Fan, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, In Unit
Features
- Built-Ins, Elevator
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,694
- Total interior livable area: 2,694 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Subterranean, Private Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 4
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Tree Top
Lot
- Size: 0.62 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 4293015045
- Zoning: SMR4*
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Residential, Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: 24 Hour Security
- Subdivision: El Tovar By The Sea
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Elevator(s), Guest Parking, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Fitness Center
- HOA fee: $5,000 monthly
Location
- Region: Santa Monica
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,594/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,836,679
- Annual tax amount: $22,963
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
Estimated market value
$4,253,700
$4.04M - $4.47M
$8,673/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Price change | $4,295,000-4.4%$1,594/sqft |
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| 6/21/2026 | Price change | $4,495,000-6.3%$1,669/sqft |
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| 4/15/2026 | Price change | $4,795,000-4%$1,780/sqft |
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| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,995,000$1,854/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,963 +6.6% | $1,836,679 +2% |
| 2024 | $21,545 +1.6% | $1,800,666 +2% |
| 2023 | $21,200 +1.3% | $1,765,360 +2% |
| 2022 | $20,937 +2.5% | $1,730,747 +2% |
| 2021 | $20,418 +0.7% | $1,696,812 +1% |
| 2020 | $20,278 | $1,679,414 +2% |
| 2019 | $20,278 +7.3% | $1,646,486 +2% |
| 2018 | $18,901 | $1,614,203 +2% |
| 2017 | $18,901 +0.4% | $1,582,553 +2% |
| 2016 | $18,821 +3.4% | $1,551,523 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $18,206 +2.8% | $1,528,218 +2% |
| 2014 | $17,709 | $1,498,284 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,462,270 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,433,599 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,422,886 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,426,267 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,398,302 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,370,885 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,344,006 |
| 2005 | -- | $1,344,006 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,291,818 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,268,143 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,243,278 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $1,195,000 |
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Neighborhood: North of Montana
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Santa Monica High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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