Contemporary California Living with Private Pool in Ocean Park. Beautifully reimagined Ocean Park residence blending original 1920s character with thoughtful modern updates. The home was designed by highly recognized Los Angeles modernist architect Steven Shortridge, with architectural work completed in 2000. The four-bedroom, two-bath home features original windows and flooring, an updated kitchen with an antique O'Keeffe & Merritt range, custom cabinetry, breakfast nook, and expansive glass overlooking the private backyard and swimming pool and hot tub. A detached studio with soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a half bath offers flexible space for a home office, creative studio, gym, or guest retreat. Set behind mature hedging for privacy and approximately seven blocks from the beach, the property is moments from Main Street's restaurants, boutiques, and cafes. Offering a unique blend of architectural character, indoor-outdoor living, and quintessential Santa Monica lifestyle.
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House for rent
$15,000/moFees may apply
714 Kensington Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
4beds
2,321sqft
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Singlefamily
Available now
In unit laundry
1 Open parking space parking
Central, wood
What's special
Private poolAbundant natural lightCustom cabinetryBreakfast nookUpdated kitchenOriginal windows and flooring
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast, Dining Area, Family Room, Pantry, Rec Room, Wine Cellar
Heating
- Central, Wood
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit, Laundry Area, Outside
Features
- Breakfast Area, Breakfast Nook, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Exhaust Fan, Family Kitchen, Family Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Cement, Wood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,321 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Nook, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Family Kitchen, Family Room
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Pool
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool
Details
- Parcel number: 4287001009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: SingleFamily
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
HOA
- Amenities included: Parking, Pool
Location
- Region: Santa Monica
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1+Year
Nearby apartments for rent
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Listed for rent | $15,000+100%$6/sqft |
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| 7/20/2021 | Sold | $2,850,000+9.6%$1,228/sqft |
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| 6/23/2021 | Contingent | $2,600,000$1,120/sqft |
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| 6/19/2021 | Listed for sale | $2,600,000+579.7%$1,120/sqft |
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| 4/8/2014 | Listing removed | $7,500$3/sqft |
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| 1/11/2014 | Price change | $7,500+7.1%$3/sqft |
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| 1/10/2014 | Listed for rent | $7,000$3/sqft |
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| 6/8/1999 | Sold | $382,500$165/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Ocean Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAJohn Muir Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10John Adams Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Santa Monica High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
