624 Alta

Santa Monica Santa Monica, CA, 90402

For Sale $3,895,000

5beds
3baths
2,713sqft
0.17acre

A rare opportunity to own a piece of Santa Monica architectural history in the highly coveted North of Montana neighborhood. Known as the Walter Boswell Residence, this distinguished Spanish Colonial Revival home was designed and built in 1925 by noted architect John Byers, recognized as one of Santa Monica's foremost architects of the early 20th century. Offered for sale for the first time in more than 60 years, the residence features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across approximately 2,713 square feet of living space on a 7,212-square-foot lot. Rich in history, character, and architectural pedigree, the property presents an exceptional opportunity to preserve, restore, or thoughtfully reimagine an important Santa Monica residence. Ideally situated just moments from the boutiques, cafes, restaurants, and neighborhood conveniences of Montana Avenue, as well as nearby schools, Palisades Park, the scenic coastal bluffs, Santa Monica Beach, and the Pacific Ocean. With its premier North of Montana setting, historic provenance, and enduring Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, 624 Alta Avenue represents a truly special offering in one of Santa Monica's most sought-after residential neighborhoods.

Listing agent:

License #

The CREM Group

Identification

Street Address624 Alta

City / State / ZIPSanta Monica, CA 90402

Listing StatusFor Sale

List Price$3,895,000

MLS Number26992039

Property TypeResidential Single Family Residence

Key Stats

Bedrooms5

Bathrooms (Full / Half)3 full

Living Area (Sq Ft)2,713 sq ft

Lot Size (Acres / Sq Ft)0.17 acres

Year Built1925

Price Per Sq Ft$1,435.68

Interior

FireplaceLiving Room

HeatingNone

Cooling / ACNone

FlooringTile, Wood

Exterior & Property

Pool / SpaNone

Garage / Parking Spaces2 spaces

Location

Neighborhood / CommunityC14 - Santa Monica

CountyLos Angeles

Geo-Coordinates34.02826000, -118.50389900

Listing Meta

Days On Market8 days

Date ListedSeptember 24, 2026

Listing AgentMark Cianciulli — The CREM Group

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624 Alta is a Residential Single Family Residence property located in Santa Monica, California, featuring a 0.166 acre lot, 2,713 sqft, 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, MLS #26992039.

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