The perfect beach pad in one of Santa Monica's most desired locales; Santa Monica Canyon! One block from world-famed Beach Boardwalk with access to bike path along the amazing coastline or short distance to restaurants in the canyon or shopping and eateries of 3rd St Promenade, Montana or Santa Monica Place. An amazing opportunity at this price affordable price to live in one of the best Ca neighborhoods – perfect condo alternative! House is in move in condition.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
3,612 sq ftLot Size
$2,543Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Robert Radcliffe•DRE #01132704
•000-000-0000 (agent)
•rob@robertradcliffe.com (agent)
Bought with Richard Stearns•DRE #01118915• Compass
Source:TheMLS #12-584975
Redfin Estimate
$1,830,856
$669K since sold in March 2023$82K since October
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This home's estimate is 9.5% lower than the average sale price ($2.02M) of 6 comparable homes.
The perfect beach pad in one of Santa Monica's most desired locales; Santa Monica Canyon! One block from world-famed Beach Boardwalk with access to bike path along the amazing coastline or short distance to restaurants in the canyon or shopping and eateries of 3rd St Promenade, Montana or Santa Monica Place. An amazing opportunity at this price affordable price to live in one of the best Ca neighborhoods – perfect condo alternative! House is in move in condition.
Public Records
Dec 2, 1997
Sold
$250,000
$347/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$31,970 (+4.0%)
$2,184,840 + $547,250
$2,732,090
2024
$30,744 (+139.7%)
$2,142,000 + $536,520
$2,678,520
2023
$12,825 (+4.9%)
$2,040,000 + $510,000
$2,550,000
2022
$12,226 (+1.2%)
$989,970 + $66,395
$1,056,365
2021
$12,079 (−1.0%)
$970,559 + $65,094
$1,035,653
2020
$12,206 (+4.2%)
$951,529 + $63,818
$1,015,347
2019
$11,715 (+0.5%)
$941,773 + $63,164
$1,004,937
2018
$11,655 (+2.2%)
$923,307 + $61,926
$985,233
2017
$11,401 (+2.2%)
$887,454 + $59,522
$946,976
2016
$11,157 (+1.5%)
$887,454 + $59,522
$946,976
2015
$10,992 (−0.3%)
$870,053 + $58,355
$928,408
2014
$11,030 (+162.2%)
$840,197 + $56,354
$896,551
2012
$4,207 (+3.4%)
$836,400 + $56,100
$892,500
2011
$4,067 (−1.2%)
$311,452 + $20,140
$331,592
2010
$4,118 (+3.9%)
$305,346 + $19,746
$325,092
2009
$3,963 (+4.6%)
$303,064 + $19,599
$322,663
2008
$3,791
$303,784 + $19,646
$323,430
Tax history for 251 W Channel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$31,970 (+4.0%)
$2,184,840 + $547,250
$2,732,090
2024
$30,744 (+139.7%)
$2,142,000 + $536,520
$2,678,520
2023
$12,825 (+4.9%)
$2,040,000 + $510,000
$2,550,000
2022
$12,226 (+1.2%)
$989,970 + $66,395
$1,056,365
2021
$12,079 (−1.0%)
$970,559 + $65,094
$1,035,653
2020
$12,206 (+4.2%)
$951,529 + $63,818
$1,015,347
2019
$11,715 (+0.5%)
$941,773 + $63,164
$1,004,937
2018
$11,655 (+2.2%)
$923,307 + $61,926
$985,233
2017
$11,401 (+2.2%)
$887,454 + $59,522
$946,976
2016
$11,157 (+1.5%)
$887,454 + $59,522
$946,976
2015
$10,992 (−0.3%)
$870,053 + $58,355
$928,408
2014
$11,030 (+162.2%)
$840,197 + $56,354
$896,551
2012
$4,207 (+3.4%)
$836,400 + $56,100
$892,500
2011
$4,067 (−1.2%)
$311,452 + $20,140
$331,592
2010
$4,118 (+3.9%)
$305,346 + $19,746
$325,092
2009
$3,963 (+4.6%)
$303,064 + $19,599
$322,663
2008
$3,791
$303,784 + $19,646
$323,430
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
Jan 22, 2026 • Active
Electrical
Perform an electrical service upgrade.
Electrical
Dec 4, 2025 • Active
Electrical
Install or upgrade a 100 amp electrical panel.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
Subdivision Name: 1719
Living Sq. Ft: 720
# of Units: 1
Legal Description: TRACT NO 1719 LOT 181
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 3,612
Legal Lot Number: 181
Municipality Name: LOS ANGELES
Acres: 0.0829
Zoning Code: LAR1
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESID
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 720
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3,612 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1962
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 4410012011
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Canyon Elementary School
Charter K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Paul Revere Middle School
Charter 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
Palisades Charter High School
Charter 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
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