About Ocean Park
Located in the southwest corner of Santa Monica is the Ocean Park
neighborhood. This neighborhood has a mix of older smaller homes and
apartment buildings and condos. Several housing towers are located
along the beach. The area has a funky, artsy feel similar in manner to
its neighbor Venice Beach. Many Santa Monica residents come to
shop/browse on Main Street, home of many boutiques and restaurants.
Main Street also hosts a weekly farmer's market on Sundays. SMASH (an
alternative school) and John Muir elementary schools are located in the
neighborhood. Olympic High, an alternative high school is also located
in the area.
Ocean Park is unique because it's walkable, bikeable, and has a thriving community, both business and resident. It's residents are demographically diverse and yet the area maintains a small town, community feeling.