401 26th Street, Santa Monica, California 90402, Santa Monica, 90402 - 5 bed, 7 bath
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Santa Monica, California 90402
expansive 16,000+ sq ft lot**, the residence features a resort-style backyard with a commercial-grade outdoor pavilion, pool, and spa. Located in a premier Santa Monica enclave near Montana Avenue, this turnkey sanctuary includes a versatile detached guest retreat, making it the perfect fit for Luxury Home Seekers or Multi-Generational Families.
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Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although originally built in 1928, this Spanish Mediterranean estate has undergone extensive, high-end renovations that align with current luxury standards. The interior features a beautifully appointed kitchen with premium appliances, a large butcher-block island, and designer lighting. Bathrooms are modernized with spa-like amenities, including steam showers and soaking tubs. The property also includes a sophisticated outdoor pavilion with a commercial-grade kitchen and a refined detached guest retreat, indicating that all major systems and finishes have been updated recently with no signs of deferred maintenance.
The property features a resort-style backyard on an expansive 16,000+ sq ft lot, highlighted by a sophisticated pavilion with a commercial-grade kitchen, pizza oven, pool, spa, and a half-court basketball court.
A refined detached guest house provides a full living area, office, and bedroom suite, offering rare flexibility for multi-generational living, high-end guest hosting, or a private professional workspace.
Situated in a highly coveted coastal enclave, the home offers immediate proximity to the Brentwood Country Mart, Montana Avenue's luxury boutiques, and the iconic Santa Monica beach.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 5053, other record living area = 3892. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 5, other record bedroom count = 4.
Built in 1928, the Spanish Mediterranean architecture may require specialized and ongoing maintenance to preserve its historic integrity and vintage structural elements compared to modern builds.
Despite modern updates, the 1920s-era layout may lack the seamless open-concept flow typically sought by contemporary luxury buyers in this price segment.
Nestled behind private gates on an Expansive 16,000+ sq ft lot, this exceptional Spanish Mediterranean residence masterfully blends timeless architecture with modern comforts in Santa Monica/Brentwood location. An arched entryway adorned with decorative tile work, leads to a stunning step-down living room with dramatic beamed ceilings, a fireplace, & French doors leading to a covered patio - perfect for gatherings that flow effortlessly outdoors. The formal dining room, with butler's pantry, adjoins a beautifully appointed kitchen & breakfast room that overlooks a warm family room with fireplace & library nook & has direct access to the lush backyard. A private ensuite bedroom, along with an elegant powder room, completes the main level. Upstairs, three additional ensuite bedrooms offer comfort & privacy. The magnificent primary suite is a true retreat featuring its own covered terrace with serene garden views, fireplace & graceful circular staircase leading directly to the pool & yard below. The suite also includes a generous walk-in closet, a spa-like bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, separate steam shower & skylights. The backyard is nothing short of spectacular resort-style living at its finest. Centered around a sparkling pool & spa, the grounds offer multiple lounge areas, half-court basketball court & beautifully designed outdoor spaces for relaxation & entertainment. Adding incredible versatility is a refined detached guest retreat complete with living area, office, bedroom suite, & exterior pool shower perfect for family & guests. Further enhancing the property, it features a sophisticated pavilion with a decorative tower housing a fully appointed open-air commercial-grade kitchen, complete with top-tier appliances, pizza oven, & bar seating. This full outdoor entertaining pavilion contains a large dining area for al fresco entertainment & seating area with fireplace. This meticulously landscaped sanctuary with world-class amenities creates a true private paradise. The ideal blend of elegance and convenience by being moments away from the Brentwood Country Mart, charming Montana Avenue shops, Palisades Park, iconic Santa Monica Stairs, 3rd Street Promenade, and the beach that defines this sought-after coastal enclave.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5.0 | 4.0 | 73% |
| Baths | 7.0 | 4.0 | 86% |
| Square foot | 5,053 | 2,972.5 | 91% |
| Lot Size | 16,055 | 8,690.5 | 89% |
| Price | $8.99M | $5.10M | 86% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.8K | $2.0K | 41% |
| Built year | 1928 | 1948 | 25% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 9 | 187 | 2% |
Apr 13, 2026
$8,995,000
Initial Listing
Aug 11, 2003
$2,195,000
Public Record
Jan 28, 1999
$1,100,000
Public Record
Apr 21, 1995
$762,500
Public Record