238 Bernard Ave, Venice, CA 90291
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OFF MARKET

$1,064,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 504 sqft

238 Bernard Ave, Venice, CA 90291

Venice
Est. Refi. Payment $6,502/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 1, 2000 for $364,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.06M
Since last month
Decreased$24K (-2.2%)
Since last year
Decreased$21K (-1.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$707K (+194.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value decreased by -26% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.07M
July 2026$1.09M
June 2026$1.1M
May 2026$1.1M
April 2026$1.1M
March 2026$1.14M
February 2026$1.12M
January 2026$1.06M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
717 4th Ave, Venice, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,210,000
01/13/26
1
1
484
745 Navy St, Santa Monica, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,281,768
07/13/26
1
1
712
703 Ozone St, Santa Monica, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,035,000
09/16/25
2
1
730
667 Marine St, Santa Monica, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,663,000
05/05/26
2
1
740
834 Commonwealth Ave, Venice, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,375,000
05/22/26
2
1
928
633 Navy St, Santa Monica, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
08/19/26
2
1
689
1016 Oakwood Ave, Venice, CA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$1,770,000
06/16/26
1
1
700
866 Flower Ave, Venice, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
05/08/26
2
1
944
839 Commonwealth Ave, Venice, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,511,500
10/22/25
2
1.5
1,040
238 Rennie Ave, Venice, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,285,000
12/04/25
3
2
960

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
649 Rose Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.05
$2,200,000
4
4
2,436
Recently Sold
201 Bernard Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.08
-
3
2
1,432
Off Market
245 Ruth Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.08
-
2
1
919
Off Market
209 Ruth Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.10
-
2
2.5
1,341
Off Market
809 Ozone St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
0.13
-
3
3
2,161
Off Market
703 Ozone St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
0.12
-
2
1
730
Off Market
630 Rose Ave #5, Venice, CA 90291
0.09
$1,349,000
1
2
1,260
For Sale
806 Navy St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
0.14
$1,295,000
2
1
860
For Sale
810 Navy St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
0.14
$1,225,000
1
1
652
For Sale
104 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
0.14
-
-
-
-
Off Market
745 Navy St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
0.15
$1,281,768
1
1
712
Recently Sold
651 Ozone St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
0.15
-
2
1
988
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1941
Living Area
504 sqft
Price/Sqft
$2,111
Parking
None

About this House

Fall in love with this quintessential Venice artist's detached cottage lovingly enveloped by an aromatic garden filled with specimen shrubs, citrus trees and phenomenal flowers. Thoughtfully designed and bathed in natural light, the open living room and kitchen are punctuated by soaring beamed ceilings, limestone counters and gleaming wood floors. The separate bedroom features a designer door, dark wood floors and a ceiling fan, while the adjacent walk-in closet is dressed with drawers, shelving and white tile. Tons of storage and a pedestal sink highlight the delightful bathroom! Completing the picture are a washer/dryer combo in unit, window air conditioning, gas wall heater, 2 skylights and new blinds. One cat ok but no dogs, please. There is a bike shed at the rear which can hold two bikes and please note that there is street parking only. Wonderfully located amongst some of the Westside's trendiest restaurants and shops along the Rose corridor and Abbot Kinney and only a hop, skip and jump to Whole Foods, the Boardwalk and Venice Beach. Don't miss the rare and remarkable one-of-a-kind soulful sanctuary!

Owner pays for water and gardening. Tenant pays for electricity and gas. One cat is allowed with an additional $300 pet deposit. Street parking only and non smoking unit.
238 Bernard Ave, Venice, CA 90291 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 504 sqft single-family home in Venice, built in 1941. It last sold for $364,000 on May 1, 2000. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2022 with an asking price of $2,995 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 28, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,064,100, with a rent estimate of $3,669/month.

Home Details for 238 Bernard Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1941
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4232 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 28, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Feb 26, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$2,995
May 1, 2000
Source: N/A
Sold
$364,000

Market trends in Venice

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.94M
$83.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.3%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$1.14K
$82MoM
Available listings
226
5MoM

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What Locals Say about Venice

At least 457 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 65 % Say car is needed

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 43 % Say there are community events

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 42 % Say kids play outside

  • 37 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Ken Cunningham
    "There’s a lot of good sidewalks but the yards are very small so it can be difficult if you have a large dog"
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  • Odile Roujol
    "No you need a car if another district. Stay here else be ready for traffic Jams . You can go to Santa Monica "
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  • hlieb
    "There’s a fair amount of traffic,so you must be very alert crossing the street as I have seen cars blow through stop signs and not even slow down"
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  • Eve Rappoport
    "Close to Venice high, decent schools in area. There aren’t a lot of kids around, however. Lots of trees. Several large traffic intersections."
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  • Pefahey
    "People walk their dogs all the time and dogs seem to be very welcome in this neighborhood. Everybody seems to have one. It’s nice to see people taking such good care of animals."
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  • Eve Rappoport
    "It’s very flat and easy to walk dogs. There are many restaurants with outdoor seating, and the Marina and several parks are nearby."
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  • Trulia User
    "Overcrowded with tourists and homeless, there’s never street parking and it’s so noisy with fireworks/drunks/homeless. Nice to visit for restaurants that’s it. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s very dirty and unsafe. Better just to visit during the early morning or nice restaurants briefly "
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  • Sarah Kelly
    "There’s some areas that are safe and others that are not. Definitely important to do research on the area in Venice has homeless and crime in certain spots."
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  • BZ
    "Venice is unique and eclectic with wonderful restaurants and a fun nightlife. It’s a great place for young people. "
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  • Santiago Juyo
    "Food and trash on the ground can be dangerous so annoying to deal with here in Venice. Lots of green areas "
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  • B B
    " Easy by car. 25 minutes maximum. Kids take bus and we bike a lot. Love the neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "I love this neighborhood. It feels like living in a beachside bike-friendly village next to a big city. "
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  • Trulia User
    "good city for families and kid friendly dogs lovers good place to live I would recommend this city to anyone who would want to feel safe to live "
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  • Trulia User
    "I am about to move here and in process of transitioning. I like sunshine and understanding people to what it is today. I am still looking for a place to live in a studio for a single person. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s special in its own ways. Very laid back, very friendly. Community driven A bit what you picture about Californian life "
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  • Trulia User
    "You see people walking up and down streets with all kinds of dogs. It’s difficult to find a receptacle for dog poop. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s got a great neighborhood feel and is away from the hustle & bustle but still very close to the action. Surrounded by trees and plenty ma & pop shops :) "
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  • Trulia User
    "Although I do not live here, everyone seems genuinely love their community. Whatever they are doing to keep their people happy is working. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Penmar park is great for dogs. Dog friendly in most businesses. Watch out for broken glass and harmful objectives on the sidewalks in Venice. "
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  • Trulia User
    "About 20 to 30 min lots of traffic The commute to and from is a bit Challenging. However living on the Westside is very Kool. Great weather Lots of restaurants, bars, dinning There is The 3rd Street Promenade Fox Hills Mall Howard Hughes Center Numerous boutique/ ethnic Spots "
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  • Trulia User
    "Plenty of homeless people, the streets are dirty and not particularly safe to walk around at night. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone has a dog here. Very dog friendly and close to the beach too. Lots of dog parks and most have been cleaned up after homeless overran them during COVID"
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  • Trulia User
    "I’m moving out of state Im a Cali native and I’ve lived in Venice since 1998. It used to be great - terrible now "
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  • Trulia User
    "The people, the houses, the relaxed vibe, the natural beauty and the quirky characters. People are generally warm, friendly and willing to offer help if needed. We have a great selection of restaurants and stores. Anything you need is within a short range. Even the beach"
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  • Loulou111
    "I work from home but driving is easy from the Oxford ave anywhere.....,. Lovely quiet neighborhood & plenty of nature........ Neighbors watch out for each other & a good mix of ages"
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  • Erin K.
    "I love the weather and biking to the many amazing restaurants in the area. However, the homeless situation gets worse everyday. We pay too much to live here surrounded by crime and garbage. "
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  • Terry B.
    "I have lived in Venice all my life. There’s no other place I would rather live. The weather is great, usually 20° cooler than downtown Los Angeles. Many outdoor activities including bike riding, surfing, walking, tennis, paddle tennis, basketball, rollerskating , swimming, And many more. Great walkability to restaurants, shopping, library, farmers market. Dog friendly. "
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  • Olivia O.
    "Venice is a chilled out, sea-side feel neighborhood. I was raised in Cape Town South Africa and there is a similarity of “vibe”. "
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  • Cbowenusc
    "What commute? I do not have a commute, a big driver behind my decision to live in Venice - great vibes all day and quiet at night "
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  • Danielledruz
    "It’s more of a young persons game. Young couples and new families but i think there are better places to raise kids"
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  • Nathanlycan
    "I love this neighborhood . It blends a beachside community with a growing art and culinary scene but maintains some of the less manicured, dogtown vibe"
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  • Kamv25
    "Honestly, we don't really have anything. Halloween used to be fun out here and houses used to go all out, not anymore. "
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  • Nhailebuga
    "Usually, medium to heavy traffic all week. Commute is 30 mins to work and usually 15 at night. Weekends get very busy due to Venice beach. "
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  • Shon B.
    "Beach events are always good fun. Biking is great in this area and people are definitely respectful of the bike lane. "
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  • Altheatupper
    "Neighbors are incredibly nice, great restaurants, and walker friendly. This is a wonderful place to live!"
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  • Linkn
    "Abbot Kinney street fair happens every yeah, they do many beach events and for the new year they do the penguin plunge at the pier. "
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  • Linkn
    "Venice gets more visitors than Disneyland. Parking is hard to find, the closer you are to the beach. Many homes are Airbnb. Love Venice but the prices are extremely high! the homeless population is higher than normal. "
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  • Sarah G.
    "Farmers markets, parks, great places to eat, the beach, jumping jacks, wizards, bean dip, and big hugs at red lights."
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  • Dolph
    "It’s a very “bohemian” environment... I’m sure super fun for kids 13-18... I would keep an eye on younger kids as Venice doesn’t always bring the best elements to the beach... all in all, it’s a fun diverse place with people from all over the world and all different social and economic backgrounds and a great place in my opinion."
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Frequently asked questions about 238 Bernard Ave

  • What is 238 Bernard Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 238 Bernard Ave in Venice, CA is $1,064,100.
  • What is the price history for 238 Bernard Ave?
    238 Bernard Ave in Venice, CA last sold for $364,000 in May 2000.
  • Is Venice a buyer's or seller's market?
    Venice is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Venice?
    The median sale price in Venice is $1.94M. That is up $83.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 238 Bernard Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 238 Bernard Ave in Venice, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 238 Bernard Ave?
    The lot at 238 Bernard Ave in Venice, CA is about 0.10 acres (4,232 sq ft).

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