
Santa Monica, California 90405
Analysis of 836 Cedar, Santa Monica, California 90405 is currently available with a list price of $3,500,000. The property maintains a Tear down Condition Rating (10/100), reflecting significant deferred maintenance. This property is best suited for experienced investors or developers prepared for substantial renovation work. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Santa Monica Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.
Property is land value only, full reconstruction required.
Built in 1947 (77 years old) with no evidence of major renovations. The kitchen and bathrooms are severely dated, and the property is explicitly marketed as a development opportunity for its R-2 zoned lot, indicating the primary value is in the land.
The expansive 12,916 SF R-2 zoned lot offers a rare opportunity for multi-unit residential development or ADU expansion in a high-demand Santa Monica submarket.
Situated in the prestigious 90405 zip code, the property is ideally located near the beach, top-rated schools, and premium dining, ensuring strong long-term appreciation.
The presence of an existing single-family residence and a large church building allows for immediate rental income or owner-user utility during the entitlement and planning phases.
Navigating Santa Monica’s stringent zoning regulations and the specialized nature of the existing church structure may result in a lengthy and costly permitting process for redevelopment.
With the primary residence dating back to 1947, the existing improvements likely require significant capital expenditure for modernization if they are not demolished for new construction.
Exceptional development opportunity in the heart of Santa Monica. This approximately 12,916 SF R-2 zoned lot offers strong potential for investors, builders, and developers seeking to capitalize on a premier coastal location. The property includes three existing structures: a detached single-family residence (approx. 1,246 SF, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom), a detached two-car garage, and a church building (approx. 6,293 SF), which may continue to serve as a place of worship or other allowable uses. The current improvements provide flexibility for interim use while planning future development. The SFR offers immediate occupancy or rental income potential, allowing investors to generate cash flow during the entitlement and planning process. R-2 zoning may allow for a variety of residential development options, including multi-unit housing and ADUs (buyer to verify all zoning, density, and permitted uses with the City of Santa Monica). Ideally located just a short distance to the beach, and near top-rated schools, dining, shopping, and major amenities. Rare opportunity to secure a well-located parcel with both current income and long-term development upside.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0.0 | 3.5 |
| Baths | 0.0 | 3.5 |
| Square foot | 7,539 | 2,285.5 |
| Lot Size | 12,916 | 7,496 |
| Price | $3.50M | $3.70M |
| Price per sq ft | $464 | $1.7K |
| Built year | 1947 | 1936 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 89 | 51 |
Apr 24, 2026
$3,500,000
Initial Listing