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Contemporary Santa Monica Home Is 'Priced To Sell'
This Santa Monica beauty includes a rooftop deck with a fireplace and a barbecue – but there's still room for a jacuzzi.

This Santa Monica beauty includes a rooftop deck with a fireplace and a barbecue – but there's still room for a jacuzzi.

The 572 sq. ft. home is two blocks from the beach and has a beautiful backyard, but is it worth the price?

On the market for the first time in 40 years, this French Normandy-style residence, built in 1929, played host to Hollywood royalty.
Even though it was built in 1910, the property is fresh and updated, giving it a bright and modern look.
When it comes to beach living, these California towns are ranked highest in the nation for everything from great coffee to affordability.
For only $1,550,000, this two-story home could transform into a dream home or be an excellent investment opportunity with renters.
The terrace, pool, and spa are surrounded by lush greenery to add to the beauty and privacy of the backyard.
This Craftsman style 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home looks like that cozy cabin you'd visit as a kid, but with a modern kick to it.
Although the City Charter requires 30% of new construction to be considered affordable, Santa Monica failed to meet that for the third year.
WOW House: It's oozing with charm, and it even has a lush garden and back porch. But is it worth the $1,049,000 price tag?
WOW House: A covered sun porch leads you into the home that includes wood floors, a remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, and an open floor plan.
WOW House: Lounge under a cabana by the pool in this home on sale for $6,395,000.
WOW House: Contemporary cool meets beachfront beauty in this $22 million Santa Monica home.
WOW House: This gorgeous home built in 1959 has retained its mid-century charm while incorporating some modernity through renovations.
WOW House: Built in 1934, these homes have a whimsical, almost storybook-like quality to them, connected by a well-maintained yard.
WOW House: This home is perfect for entertaining – with ten bathrooms, there will be no bathroom lines during parties!
WOW House: While this home may look like an average Craftsman-style, there are plenty of surprises around every turn.
WOW House: Imagine waking up every day in this beautiful secluded home with an open floor plan.
If you wanted to buy up all of Santa Monica, you'd need $34 billion in your pocket, according to the Los Angeles County assessor.
WOW House: Live like everyday is your honeymoon in this gorgeous five-bedroom with an open floor plan and abundant natural light.
WOW House: Live a Hamptons lifestyle right here in Santa Monica in this beautiful home featuring an open floor plan.
It's the most expensive transaction in the history of the county, according to the Observer.
WOW House: This gorgeous 6 bedroom home includes a 20-person home theatre, walk-in closets, and a soaking tub.
WOW House: This sweet treat has three bedrooms, two baths, and features vibrant color throughout the house.
WOW House: This beautiful Santa Monica home has large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the ocean and a modern, open floor plan.
WOW House: This 6 bedroom mansion in Santa Monica Canyon is on sale for $10.45M.
According to CoreLogic, the median price of a Los Angeles County home was $520,000 last month, up from $500,000 in December 2015.
The "Spider-Man" star made about a 24-percent profit from the sale.
The city, along with the Westside, is becoming one of the priciest rental markets in the nation.
Santa Monica residents pay an effective tax rate of 0.6 percent.
The vintage style, 2,409-square-foot home features a master suite with a ceiling covered in Porter Teleo hand-painted wallpaper.
Sure it’s a lot of money but this Santa Monica home is beachfront, with a huge expanse of white sand and an impeccable pedigree.
A Washington Post analysis looks at housing prices before and after the financial collapse.
A woman claimed she was injured when she slipped and fell on loose drop-cloths at a Santa Monica apartment building the couple owns.
The deal, reported at $6.5 billion, also included the historic Hotel del Coronado in San Diego.
Forbes compiles median prices for properties nationwide per zip code. See how Santa Monica and other nearby cities fared in the top 100.
A UCLA economic forecast indicates construction won't be able to keep up with demand for new homes in California.
A UCLA forecast warns that supply can't keep up with demand, prompting a need for shifting policies for affordable housing.
Overall, assessed value of properties in Los Angeles County jumped by 6.13, which means bigger sale prices and higher property taxes.
The pace of home sales slowed in August as reduced affordability priced many out of the market.