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The Pico District sits inland in Santa Monica, with a sunny, mild coastal climate and a more residential feel than the beachfront. Santa Monica College and Virginia Avenue Park, with open lawns and play areas, are notable local anchors; the park also hosts community events. The area’s dining and coffee options include casual neighborhood restaurants, cafés and international cuisines, while nearby shopping ranges from everyday services to the stores and theaters of downtown Santa Monica. Arts and nightlife are accessible around the city’s galleries, performance venues and Third Street Promenade. Walking and biking work well for local trips, and Big Blue Bus routes and the Metro E Line connect the district with the coast and destinations beyond. For the Pico District, the median rent is $3,250 per month, with a typical range of $1,875 to $24,718.