1643 12th Street 2
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Listing broker / agent: The Agency · Brandon Assanti · CRMLS
MLS # 26863921 · Last checked Oct 22, 2026 01:35 UTC
About this property
Frank Gehry, FAIA, Developer|Live/Work Artist's Loft. Stunning landmark residence designed by legendary Pritzker Prize-winning architect Frank Gehry in collaboration with renowned Los Angeles artist Chuck Arnoldi. This is Residence 2, the Southwest facing front corner unit with 2,565 SF and considered the most desirable in the building. Currently curated as an art gallery and private residence, this property offers the ultimate flexibility for any live, work or office/creative space. Exceptional design is showcased through large scale open living spaces, double-height 17 foot ceilings, oversized gallery walls perfect for artwork and a sleek minimalist aesthetic throughout. Massive industrial-scale windows and oversized skylights flood the interior with natural light and beautiful panoramic views. The dramatic entry great room showcases soaring two-story ceilings, concrete floors, a private office/bedroom with full bath and bonus mezzanine level above. The middle level features a bright open floor plan with living room, dining space and custom kitchen designed with beautiful floors, millwork, concrete countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The entire upper floor serves as the primary suite with panoramic city and ocean views, large walk-in closet and full spa-like bath with honed marble slabs and high-end European hardware. Gated and secure underground parking garage with two side by side spaces, storage and two guest spaces. Part of a boutique six-unit complex that stands as a testament to the creative partnership between two of California's most celebrated artistic figures. Residence 2 was selected by the artist and developer himself as his personal studio space. A one of a kind architectural marvel and an incredibly rare offering in the heart of Santa Monica.
Property details
- MLS number
- 26863921
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Condominium
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 2,565 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.1721 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1992
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Listing
- Days on market
- 73
Building
- Year built
- 1992
- Building stories
- 3
- Levels
- Multi Split
- Entry level
- 1
- Living area source
- Appraiser
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Art Studio, Great Room, Library, Loft, Living Room, Office, Other
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Loft, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Inside
- Furnishing
- Unfurnished
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Controlled Entrance, Community Structure, Side By Side
- Pool
- None
- Property outlook
- City Lights, Ocean
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $650.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
- Pets
- Yes
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica High (school website, opens in a new tab) Santa Monica-Malibu Unified · Santa Monica | 9–12 | 0.5 mi |
| Lincoln Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Santa Monica-Malibu Unified · Santa Monica | 6–8 | 0.8 mi |
| Will Rogers Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Santa Monica-Malibu Unified · Santa Monica | Not reported | 0.8 mi |
| John Adams Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Santa Monica-Malibu Unified · Santa Monica | 6–8 | 0.9 mi |
| Olympic High (Continuation) (school website, opens in a new tab) Santa Monica-Malibu Unified · Santa Monica | 9–12 | 0.9 mi |
| McKinley Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Santa Monica-Malibu Unified · Santa Monica | Not reported | 0.9 mi |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) (school website, opens in a new tab) Santa Monica-Malibu Unified · Santa Monica | K–8 | 1.0 mi |
| Edison Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Santa Monica-Malibu Unified · Santa Monica | Not reported | 1.1 mi |
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $2,195,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $2,395,000
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $2,395,000
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-09-16 11:32 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:38 | $2,195,000 |
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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