The North of Montana neighborhood is bounded by Montana Avenue, 1st Court, San Vicente Blvd and 26th Street. This community lies on the northern side of Santa Monica to the west of Brentwood. 

 

The neighborhood is characterized by high end single family homes on flat and quiet tree lined streets, with the exception of a cluster of condominiums lining San Vicente west of 7th. Alleys allow for discreet trash collection and provide parking access to some residences. Original construction dates back to the 1920s, but homes in the area have been built and rebuilt every year since. The majority of properties sell for between $3,000,000 and $6,000,000.

 

Typical lots east of 7th Street are 7,500 s.f. (50' x 150'), although sporadic irregular or corner lots can approach 1/3 of an acre in size. Lots to the west of 7th Street were all originally 100' x 200', but most have since been subdivided into two 50' x 200' lots. Despite being subdivided, they are still some of the largest lots in the area and command high prices. 

 

Gillette's Regent Square encompasses the area between 17th Street and 21st Place. These highly desirable lots average 9,000 s.f. (60' x 150') and can generally accomodate larger homes. Gillette's Regent Square is void of the alleyways found elsewhere in the neighborhood. Accordingly, all garage space is accessed via the front of the house. Homes fall into the higher end of the price range denoted above.

 

Two highly regarded elementary schools serve the neighborhood: Franklin Elementary (2013 API - 949) for residents of 15th Street east to 26th Street, and Roosevelt Elementary (2012 API - 951) for residents of 14th Street west to 1st Court. The North of Montana Association (NOMA) oversees community interests while working to maintain and improve quality of life in the neighborhood. Annual dues of $30 are voluntary. For detailed infomation on the association please refer to their website.

 

 

 

AT A GLANCE...

 

Total Homes: 2,294

Year Built: 1920s - Present

Bedrooms: 2 - 9

Bathrooms: 2 - 10

Home Size: 1,500 s.f. - 9,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 7,500 s.f. - 1/2 acre

Price: $2,500,000 - $10,000,000