Santa Monica Post Office

1248 5th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Property Information

  • For Lease Contact for pricing
  • Property Type Office - Creative Office
  • Property Size 40,287 SF
  • Lot Size 0.86 Acre
  • Parking Spaces Avail. 29
  • Parking Ratio 0.74 / 1,000 SF
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • Building Class B
  • Year Built 1938
  • Date Updated Apr 22, 2026

Description

Housed in a historic 1938 structure, the Santa Monica Post Office is a 40,287-square-foot creative office property situated on a 0.86-acre lot. This Class B building includes 29 parking spaces, offering a parking ratio of 0.74. With its classic architecture and convenient amenities, the property delivers an inspiring workspace in a dynamic setting.

The office is nestled in Downtown Santa Monica, a vibrant hub known for its mix of business, dining, and entertainment options. Within walking distance, you'll find a variety of eateries like Colapasta, T's Thai Restaurant, and Lemonade, as well as parking structures, including Parking Structure 1, just 0.08 miles away. Nearby hotels, such as Proper and Hotel Shangri-La, provide excellent accommodations for visitors. The area is also enriched by cultural attractions and convenient access to public transportation, enhancing the appeal for tenants.

1 Space Available

Full Building

Space Type

Restaurant

Lease Rate

Contact for pricing

Total Space

40,287 SF

Divisible Space

40,287 - 40,287 SF

# Of Parking Spaces

87

Available Date

Immediate

Renewal Option

Yes

Sublease

No

 HISTORIC SPECIALTY RESTAURANT / RETAIL SPACE

± 40,287 RSF (with potential ± 2,941 RSF mezzanine)

2 blocks from iconic 3rd Street Promenade retail hub

 

2 blocks from the weekly Santa Monica Farmers Market

 

3 blocks to the Expo Line Santa Monica station

 

Secure on-site parking & access to 9 city parking structures within blocks

 

Large private covered outdoor deck, landscape area + opportunity to activate roof

 

Contacts

Benjamin Silver

Jones Lang LaSalle

Greg Astor

Jones Lang LaSalle

Gabriel J. Brown

Jones Lang LaSalle

Matthew Fainchtein

Jones Lang LaSalle

Location

Located at 1248 5th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401, this property is part of the Downtown Santa Monica neighborhood and Los Angeles market.

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