About this home

Why pay rent when you can own this one bedroom starter condo in the heart of Santa Monica's creative office district? There's lots of vintage charm in this 720 square foot top floor corner unit, from the hardwood floors in the living area and bedroom to the classic tile in the bathroom and kitchen to the open, landscaped courtyard where neighbors exchange pleasantries and look out for each other. Step inside to find a thoughtfully designed living space with ample natural light, creating a cozy yet open atmosphere that flows into a compact but efficient kitchen (buyers will need to install a range and refrigerator). Newer double-paned windows have been installed throughout the condo. Community laundry room. Pets are allowed and the HOA dues are modest. 1518 Yale is adjacent to Water Garden, Colorado Center and other office complexes used by tenants such as Oracle and Hulu and close to the public park at Colorado Center featuring two tennis courts, a basketball court, playground, fitness club and restaurant. Bergamot Arts Center and the Metro Expo stop are also nearby. Convenient freeway access. Street parking permits for owners and guests are available from the City of Santa Monica. Unit #6 is also for sale and the two condos can be joined to create a three bedroom space. Please note some photos are virtually staged with furniture as the unit is vacant. Easy to show, so don't miss the chance to call this delightful condo your own.

Facts and features

Schools

• McKinley Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 0.4 mi

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• Lincoln Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 1.2 mi

  8

• Santa Monica High School

  high · 9-12 · 1.8 mi

  9

• Lighthouse Christian Academy

  high · 9-12 · 0.1 mi

• Lighthouse Christian Academy

  high · 9-12 · 0.1 mi

• New Roads School

  elementary · K-12 · 0.5 mi

Price history

• Nov 5, 2026 · Listed$479,000

Tax history

• 2025$3,670 tax · $252,488 assessed
• 2024$3,456 tax · $247,538 assessed
• 2023$3,397 tax · $237,928 assessed
• 2022$3,340 tax · $233,264 assessed
• 2021$3,234 tax · $228,692 assessed
• 2020$3,210 tax · $226,348 assessed
• 2019$3,169 tax · $221,910 assessed
• 2018$2,987 tax · $217,560 assessed

Home value

$553,121

• Quantarium$553,121
• Collateral Analytics$587,000
• Cotality$523,300

Where it is