540 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291
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540 Sunset Ave
Venice, CA 90291

Venice
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,372 sqft

$1,967,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,893/mo*
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$1,967,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,893/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,372 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.97M
Since last month
Decreased$51K (-2.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$24K (-1.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$725K (+58%)
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 increased by +34% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.97M
July 2026$2.01M
June 2026$2.03M
May 2026$2.01M
April 2026$1.98M
March 2026$1.99M
February 2026$1.96M
January 2026$1.86M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
238 Rennie Ave, Venice, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,285,000
12/04/25
3
2
960
839 Commonwealth Ave, Venice, CA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$1,511,500
10/22/25
2
1.5
1,040
651 Ozone St, Santa Monica, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
08/27/25
2
1
988
538 Westminster Ave, Venice, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,550,000
11/06/25
2
3
1,382
823 Commonwealth Ave, Venice, CA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$1,470,000
07/16/26
3
2
1,220
724 San Miguel Ave, Venice, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,435,000
08/14/26
3
3
1,236
2817 3rd St, Santa Monica, CA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
05/15/26
2
2
1,329
202 4th Ave, Venice, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,159,265
01/21/26
3
4
1,606
1215 Cabrillo Ave, Venice, CA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$2,558,500
07/17/26
2
2
1,632
713 Flower Ave, Venice, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
02/06/26
4
3
1,753

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
547 Vernon Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.03
$3,748,400
5
4.5
3,500
Off Market
518 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.03
$4,390,000
4
4
3,171
Recently Sold
550 Vernon Ave #D, Venice, CA 90291
0.06
$1,690,400
4
3
1,970
Off Market
540 1/2 Vernon Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.06
$1,886,800
2
2
1,930
Off Market
540 Vernon Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.06
$1,886,700
2
2
1,930
Off Market
614 6th Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.08
$2,807,600
14
9
5,608
Off Market
350 N 6th Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.08
$2,100,000
3
3.5
3,275
For Sale
609 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.09
$1,698,000
4
2
1,704
Off Market
338 Rennie Ave #C, Venice, CA 90291
0.08
$2,200,900
3
2.5
2,241
Off Market
337 6th Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.09
$3,750,000
6
5
5,306
Foreclosure
702 6th Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.09
$5,263,900
4
3
5,299
Off Market
616 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291
0.10
$2,850,000
8
4
3,224
For Sale

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
Living Area
1,372 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,434

About this House

Location! Location! Location! Charming Venice cottage in the heart of it all....your private oasis just blocks from the beach. Come experience the famous and historic neighborhood of Venice Beach. This stand alone, two bedroom, 2 bath cottage is bright and sunny. The open living/dining/kitchen is ideal for entertaining. The kitchen with granite counters, gas range, dishwasher and microwave has a breakfast bar. Freshly painted inside and out and brand new washer/drier in unit. Wood and tile flooring in the main living area....brand new carpeting in bedrooms. A large attic offers tons of storage and bonus space. Two outdoor spaces: Outside the front is a covered porch and fenced yard, planted with citrus and palm trees and with two off street and gated parking spots. Off the back covered porch is a fully fenced/private side patio...this is an extension of the driveway and can function as 1 or 2 additional secured parking spots if needed. Keyless entry. Two blocks away from Gjusta Bakery, Google campus and Golds Gym, one block from Rose and just blocks from Whole Foods and Abbot Kinney. Partially furnished options available. Pets considered with additional deposit and pet fee. Available 8/1

Renters are encouraged to obtain renters insurance. Owner is not responsible if renter does not opt to provide their own rental insurance.

Tenant pays for all utilities except water which is paid by owner.
540 Sunset Ave, Venice, CA 90291 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,372 sqft single-family home in Venice. It last sold for $1,250,000 on Jan 16, 2014 (20,803% above the $5,980 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2025 with an asking price of $5,980 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 30, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,967,000, with a rent estimate of $6,577/month.

Home Details for 540 Sunset Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Window UnitHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 30, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$5,980
Jul 26, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$5,980
Feb 21, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Feb 13, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
PriceChange
$4,850
Price decreased by 2%
Jan 19, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
PriceChange
$4,950
Price decreased by 7%

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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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 540 Sunset Ave

  • What is 540 Sunset Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 540 Sunset Ave in Venice, CA is $1,967,000.
  • What is the price history for 540 Sunset Ave?
    540 Sunset Ave in Venice, CA last sold for $1,250,000 in January 2014.
  • 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 540 Sunset Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 540 Sunset Ave in Venice, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 540 Sunset Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 540 Sunset Ave in Venice, CA has in-unit laundry.