Market Guide
Santa Monica Office Space Guide
An office market where tenants compare access, building quality, and nearby submarkets.
Santa Monica, CA
Q1 2026
Office Space
Quick Facts
Santa Monica market quick facts
City
Santa Monica
CA
County
Los Angeles County
Regional market context
Population
91,169
City population context
Buildings
21
Example buildings in Rofo data
Common Space Types
3
Office Space, Retail Space, Coworking Space
Nearby Markets
8
Playa Vista, Culver City, Beverly Hills
Market Overview
Commercial real estate in Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA is a local commercial real estate market in Los Angeles County where businesses can compare space needs by location, property type, and fit. Common space types include office space, retail space, coworking space. Rofo currently includes 21 example buildings for this market. Nearby markets such as Playa Vista, Culver City, Beverly Hills can also be useful to compare.
Market Snapshot
Santa Monica office space market snapshot
Average Rent
Varies by Westside submarket and building type; compare creative and traditional office options
Rent context based on Los Angeles and Westside market reporting for Q1 2026.
Market Date
Q1 2026
Snapshot for current market context
Current Trends
What tenants are seeing now
- Tenants compare local options with nearby submarkets to balance cost, access, and building quality.
- Move-in-ready layouts and flexible lease terms can matter as much as headline rent.
- Parking, transit access, and commute patterns often shape the practical short list.
- Professional services and industry-specific users tend to focus on different corridors within the same city.
Space Types
Commercial space types in Santa Monica
Office Space in Santa Monica
Office space can work for professional services, client-facing teams, administrative users, and companies that need private workspace.
View office space in Santa MonicaRetail Space in Santa Monica
Retail space can work for storefronts, restaurants, service businesses, wellness operators, and customer-facing brands.
View retail space in Santa Monica Read the retail space guideCoworking Space in Santa Monica
Coworking space can work for flexible teams, remote workers, startups, and businesses that want shorter-term workspace options.
View coworking space in Santa MonicaBest Fit
Who this market is best for
- Technology, creative, and professional services teams
- Companies comparing building quality, commute patterns, and nearby markets
- Teams that need a practical balance of client access and employee convenience
Neighborhood Breakdown
Where to compare office space options
Downtown Santa Monica
A core area for professional, service, and customer-facing office users.
Montana Avenue
A useful comparison area for tenants weighing access, building type, and local customer reach.
Main Street
A useful comparison area for tenants weighing access, building type, and local customer reach.
Ocean Park
A useful comparison area for tenants weighing access, building type, and local customer reach.
Neighborhood Strategy
How to compare areas in Santa Monica
Client-facing teams
Consider: Downtown Santa Monica, Montana Avenue
Good for businesses that value recognizable locations, access, and nearby services.
Growth-oriented teams
Consider: Montana Avenue, Main Street
Useful for comparing building quality, parking, and room to scale.
Cost and commute comparisons
Consider: Main Street, Ocean Park
Worth comparing when the best fit depends on employee access and total occupancy cost.
Nearby Markets
Nearby office space markets to consider
Compare nearby office markets if you are flexible on location, commute, pricing, or building type.
Culver City, CA
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Nearby markets can be useful if you are flexible on location, commute, space type, or building fit.
Playa Vista, CA
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Example buildings in Santa Monica
Space Planning
What size office space do you need?
Most businesses start by estimating team size, operational needs, customer access, storage needs, and future growth. If you are unsure, compare a few size ranges before narrowing the search.
- Under 1,000 sqft can work for smaller teams, service businesses, or focused local operations.
- 1,000-5,000 sqft often fits growing businesses that need a practical mix of work, customer, or support areas.
- 5,000+ sqft is usually evaluated around layout, operational flow, and future expansion needs.
Leasing Tips
How to approach the search
- Compare nearby submarkets before committing to one corridor.
- Ask whether quoted rent is full-service, modified gross, or net before comparing options.
- Prioritize move-in condition if timing and buildout cost matter.
Next Steps
Compare office space in Santa Monica
Use Rofo to compare current office space options in Santa Monica or step back to the broader city market.
GET HELP
Tell us what you need
Help us understand your space, timing, and priorities—we’ll point you in the right direction.
Type of space
Office, retail, industrial, flex, or coworking
Size or team
A rough range or headcount is enough
Location
Your target area or nearby options
Timeline
Now, soon, or just exploring
GET HELP
Find the right space for your business
Tell us what you need — we’ll follow up with a few spaces that fit.
FAQ
Santa Monica commercial real estate FAQ
How do I find commercial space in Santa Monica?
Start by defining the type of space, approximate size, preferred location, and timing. Rofo can help compare available options in Santa Monica and nearby markets.
What types of commercial space are available in Santa Monica?
Santa Monica has guide or inventory coverage for office space, retail space, coworking space. Availability varies by property and timing.
Can Rofo help me compare nearby markets?
Yes. Rofo can help compare Santa Monica with nearby markets such as Playa Vista, Culver City, Beverly Hills.
How does Rofo connect me with local options?
Share what kind of space you need, your target market, and approximate size. Rofo reviews the request and helps identify relevant next steps.
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