Welcome to 730 Ashland Ave a charming 1-bed, 1-bath apartment located in a quiet 4-unit building on a beautiful tree-lined street in Santa Monica, just 7 blocks from the beach. This thoughtfully updated 758-sq-ft ground-floor unit offers an open floor plan with abundant natural light, vinyl flooring throughout, bottom-up/top-down light-filtering blinds in the living area, and blackout blinds in the bedroom for added comfort and privacy. The newly designed kitchen features sleek cabinetry, a refrigerator, a dishwasher, an induction stove, and a pantry, perfect for those who love to cook. The bathroom has been tastefully refurbished and includes all the essentials with modern touches. Mini split heating and air conditioning ensure year-round comfort and the ceiling fan offers an additional breeze on warm days. Enjoy the peaceful community garden patio area, which is ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. The unit also includes a dedicated parking space, which is down a flight of stairs, it includes a storage cabinet and access to a 250-volt EV charging outlet which is available for an additional fee. Laundry is conveniently located on-site. This smoke-free property is perfect for beach lovers, runners, surfers, and cyclists who appreciate the proximity to Santa Monica's vibrant outdoor lifestyle. Don't miss the opportunity to live in this inviting and well-appointed Santa Monica home.