SELLER IS OFFERING RATE BUY DOWN TO LOWER MONTHLY PAYMENT! No one above you and no one below you! If you want more privacy, lower-maintenance living, and a smarter path into Santa Monica, this two-story condo is for you. Also appealing if you're considering future rental flexibility! Brand-new flooring, in-unit full-size laundry, and a three-zone AC system make this condo move-in ready. The renovated kitchen opens to the dining area and sliding doors lead to a private patio with space for outdoor seating, a BBQ, and bike storage. The main level also includes a bathroom, adding extra convenience for guests and everyday living. Both bedrooms are upstairs, giving you a more private and functional layout than in a typical single-level condo. The updated full bathroom upstairs, in-unit laundry, and two assigned parking spaces in a gated underground garage add the everyday convenience buyers are looking for. The community is well-maintained with a quiet HOA and low monthly dues. Located near daily essentials, cafes, grocery stores, parks, shops, and major commuter routes, this home puts you close to Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Erewhon, Bristol Farms, Target, Mendocino Farms, California Chicken Cafe, Randy's Donuts, and the beach.