Explore the Area
- Cafe BolivarRestaurants
- Bob's MarketGroceries
- Local Kitchen + Wine BarNightlife
- WalgreensShopping
- Museum of FlyingArts and Entertainment
- Clover ParkFitness
- thyme cafe & MarketRestaurants
- Lady & LarderGroceries
- TripNightlife
- OP MarketShopping
- Marine ParkFitness
- CrimsonRestaurants
- Signature Wines & SpiritsGroceries
- PiccoloNightlife
- StarbucksCafes
- Cosmo ProfShopping
- Ruskin Group Theatre Co.Arts and Entertainment
- Cardio Barre Santa MonicaFitness
- Chick-Fil-ARestaurants
- Liquor and Fine WineGroceries
- NostalgiaNightlife
- Bubble BobaCafes
- McCarthy PharmacyShopping
- Art Los Angeles ContemporaryArts and Entertainment
- Santa Monica Airport Dog ParkFitness
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What Locals Say
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 9mo ago
"Commute is easily accessible with Tap card and the E line is within 20 min walk from anywhere within the Santa Monica City Limits. The buses are mostly on time. I have had a couple of buses drive by me more than once, but that is rare. as is arriving late, is a rare occurrence. "
- Trulia User
- Prev. Resident
- 1y ago
"Really nice area for families. Parking is nice too. We used to live there only for a couple of month but would consider moving to again"
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Commuting is easy in sunset park. It’s right off lincoln and it’s very close to the 10 freeway. Fairly walkable as well for restaurants and groceries. Easy access to public transportation too. "
- Trulia User
- Visitor
- 1y ago
"There are a few homeless encampments filled with stolen property and bicycles so keep your things secured. Lots of places to shop and eat and frequent. Good option if you can’t afford Santa Monica."
- Katie H.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"There are multiple green areas to picnic in, play sports, read and relax. Coffee and grocery is walkable!"
- Anthony T.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Great spot. Safe neighborhood, park access, clean sidewalks and good schools. The beach is a 5-min drive. Have lived here for 10 years and won’t be leaving any time soon!"
- Katie H.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"I live and work in Sunset Park so my experience of commuting is limited. There is a regular running bus route on Lincoln Blvd that takes you to DTSM or into West LA"
- Lisasilvera
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Safe, bright & close to fine public schools. Peaceful & serene. Homeless/transients are prevalent but 1000# peaceful and kind. I love this area. We are grateful to be here and love all of our neighbors except 1; bless her heart. "
- Corie M.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"It’s super dog friendly - it’s an awesome neighborhood for dog owners even with a 90lb German Shepard I feel welcomed"
- Hunter M.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Friendly neighbors and clean neighborhood- good coffee shops and just a mile from the beach! Love it here"
- Haley B.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Sunset Park is similar to Ocean Park, but with even less crime due to being farther away from Venice and Lincoln Blvd. There are many great neighborhoods to walk in and enjoy, and it seems like one of the more family-friendly areas in Santa Monica. Great views too!"
- Anthony T.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Wonderful neighborhood. Santa Monica’s best kept secret. Safe, clean, neighborhoody... have lived here for 10 years and don’t ever plan to leave."
- Kenneth S.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Have lived in the Sunset Park area for forty years+ It is one of the best neighborhoods in West LA. Mostly residential area, with lots of young families and great schools. Close to, but insulated from, the Beaches and congested business centers, etc. Many shops/ services are close. Try it, you'll like it. "
- Michelle S.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"I’ve lived here my entire life but it’s time to go. Santa Monica isn’t what it used to be. It’s not as safe as it once was and I don’t feel comfortable raising my daughter here."
- Jasmina
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Great for kids great school near n parks plus farmers market fun Halloween n tons of things in walking distance "
- Vanessavanwormer
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Pleasant and safe. I bike to work and appreciate the bike lanes and well maintained streets. The proximity to Santa Monica college is ideal for commute. "
- Leigh B.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Sunset Park is a wonderful neighborhood and great for children. Grant Elementary is a terrific school and very popular. "
- Michelle S.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"I’ve lived here on and off my entire life. It’s a charming and humble neighborhood. Great community close to anything and everything you’d ever need just a mile from the beach."
- Lauren V. A.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Views to the ocean and common sense civility. What’s more, excellent schools and a real Mr. Roger’s feeling. The Fairview branch library is a gem!"
- sheridanphathaway
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Restaurants within walking distance, quiet neighborhood, lots of greenery, easy access to freeway, 15 minute walk from the beach"
- Christy H.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Quite and relaxed neighborhood, less of a big city feeling. People are friendly when you walk by them and walkable to groceries and restaurants. "
- Michael K.
- 9y ago
"From great walkability, to top Santa Monica schools and perfect weather - the Sunset Park neighborhood is the cream of the crop in Santa Monica. Gently sheltered from the tourist attractions of the more northern part of the city - this area has beautiful parks, tree-lined streets, and plenty of local restaurants - that give you few reasons to leave the neighborhood. Plus, the ability to walk to the beach means no need to be bothered with beachfront parking woes. It doesn't get much better than here!"
Schools
- Grant Elementary School
- K-5
- Public
- 572 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageContext: New to the area family. Two kids across two grades (2nd & 3rd).Teachers: We've found the teachers to be very invested in our children as individuals. They partnered with us to provide me context on where my child was strong & where we could invest time. The teachers were patient and did a great job at including all the children in class in teaching. We had one child who is very quiet and would not raise her hand when she did not understand, resulting in not completing in class assignments... and the teacher found that place where she would gently draw my child out; but not make her too uncomfortable. I feel that the teachers care and am very happy with the relationship. One of my daughters, while walking home, just freely said that she loved her teacher. That's a powerful indicator of the relationship these students are developing.Principle: Very involved, and cares. He's doing a great job ensuring a positive learning opportunity. I'd give him an A+.Academic Rigor: My children came from private school (1st grade) and were behind when it came to state testing standards when starting at Grant. Working with the teachers, who sent home (by request) material, I reinforce lessons that got them from behind the pack to the mid-range by mid year. Coming from behind is never easy, but I felt that we left that grade at a reasonable place. I couldn't have done it without great collaboration with the teachers.The following year, one of my children is now in the top percentile (both class and state) and the teacher has given her appropriately challenging material. The other child is still running mid-pack, and her teacher is working with me to reinforce topics as home, still working on her quietness. I am comfortable I can keep her improving and I know I have a partner at the school.Social Commentary: My kids have developed deep and meaningful relationships with their classmates. They occasionally write each other letters, have playdates, and talk about working together on assignments during our walks home. This is important as Grant is in a very diverse part of Santa Monica, with both high-income and lower-income families. There is no perception of "status" among the kids or the parents. I have felt very welcomed and my children, who we check in with often, have not reported any social issues that aren't normal and common for their age. Issues, like bullying, are immediately addressed and have not become problematic.Parent Review2mo ago - Will Rogers Elementary School
- K-5
- Public
- 476 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageVery bad experience. A bunch of entitle children who bullies the good kids, the teachers doesn’t do nothing so don’t say I didn’t warn you - if your child will stand up against the bullies he will never be able to participate in group sport and be forced to sit in the sun. The teachers are inpatients and the principle isn’t even picking up her phone or returning calls. This is the worse school in the Santa Monica district. Only special ED teachers is good here. Like Erin, which is wonderful.Parent Review1y ago - Circle Of Children Developmental Kindergarten
- K
- Private
N/AGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school.
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Homes in Sunset Park
- Obie Nwabuzor DRE # 02020522, Pacific Playa Realty
- Raphael Barragan DRE # 01898434, Douglas Elliman
- David Putnam DRE # 01036004, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
- Janet Heinzle DRE # 02080077, Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
- William Dawson DRE # 01059814, Sullivan-Dituri Co.Realtors
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