Privacy Index Ranking — Santa Monica
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Residential spacing is moderate with some buffer between neighbors, sitting slightly higher than the Santa Monica average. Houses are often closely packed with narrow side yards, though many structures remain detached.
Residential spacing varies from closely packed shared-wall structures to homes with small side yards. This level of density is slightly higher than the Santa Monica average, according to iHuus data.
Residential structures and multi-family units are placed with relatively limited buffers between neighbors. According to iHuus data, this density is roughly in line with the average for Santa Monica.
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Full Santa Monica Privacy Index Ranking
| Neighborhood | Score | City Rank | vs. City Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| North of Montana | 4.7 | #1 | +0.7 ↑ |
| Sunset Park | 4.2 | #2 | +0.2 ↑ |
| Northeast | 4.1 | #3 | +0.1 ↑ |
| Pico District | 3.9 | #4 | -0.1 ↓ |
| Santa Monica Pier Area/Ocean Avenue | 3.8 | #5 | -0.2 ↓ |
| Santa Monica Pier Area/Ocean Avenue | 3.8 | #6 | -0.2 ↓ |
| Wilshire/Montana | 3.8 | #7 | -0.2 ↓ |
| Wilshire/Montana | 3.8 | #8 | -0.2 ↓ |
| Mid-City | 3.6 | #9 | -0.4 ↓ |
| Ocean Park | 3.3 | #10 | -0.7 ↓ |
| Downtown/Third Street Promenade | 3.1 | #11 | -0.9 ↓ |
| Downtown/Third Street Promenade | 3.1 | #12 | -0.9 ↓ |
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