Santa Monica is filled with beautiful people, populated beaches, upscale shopping, and lots of fine dining. Its bustling pier, complete with iconic Ferris wheel and amusement park attractions, paired with clean streets, great weather, outdoor malls, and accessible oceanfront make it a destination known throughout the world. This seaside city is named after Saint Monica, the mother of Saint Augustine, but the reason why remains undetermined. One telling says it was named by explorer Gaspar de Portol, who camped there in 1769 and named it in honor of the feast day of Saint Monica. Another credits Father Juan Crespi, who claimed a pair of creeks known as the Kuruvunga Springs (technically located outside of Santa Monicas border), were like the tears of Saint Monica, who, prior to her sons conversion, wept nightly over his impiety. Are you interested in learning more about Santa Monica? Continue reading below to discover this beautiful city and its luxury real estate.
Vibrant, cultured, and low-key luxe.
Occupying a pristine stretch of the Pacific, Santa Monica emanates a casual coolness. The boardwalk welcomes joggers, bikers, and bladers, with much of local life revolving around the water. Yogis flock, attracted by some of the citys best and most plentiful studios.
Sunshine, ocean breezes, and idyllic views as far as the eye can see.
Los Angeles is generally known for its mild climate, but Santa Monica may well be the jewel in the citys meteorological crown. It averages 310 days of sunshine per year, with cerulean skies and a pleasant, near-constant ocean breeze. Daytime temperatures are typically in the low 70s and rarely rise above 83 degrees.
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