Apartments for Rent in the Santa Monica Neighborhood of Dallas, TX (507 Rentals)

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The Eagle at Lakewood
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$1,011 - $2,395
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The Eagle at Lakewood

7150 E Grand AveDallas, TX 75223
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$1,475 - $4,125
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5714 Richmond AveDallas, TX 75206
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The Real Cost of Living in Dallas: Straight Talk From Your Local Expert

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Lakewood Plaza
$1,085 - $1,285
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Lakewood Plaza

2405 Abrams RdDallas, TX 75214
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Beyond Big D: The Ultimate Renter's Guide to 5 Key Cities in the DFW Area

Your complete guide to renting in the DFW suburbs. Learn about 5 cities near Dallas—from the affordability of Duncanville to the upscale living of Southlake—to choose where to call home.

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The 4-Step Checklist for Moving to Dallas: A Local Expert's Guide to Utilities, Licenses, and Housing

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5204 Junius St
$1,595 - $1,655
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5204 Junius St

5204 Junius StDallas, TX 75214
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

5916 Gaston Ave, Unit 304

5916 Gaston Ave
DallasTX75214

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Santa Monica, Dallas, TX Local Guide

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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Dallas, TX

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Santa Monica, Dallas, TX

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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Texas including Santa Monica, Dallas, and the greater Dallas area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood has come to be one of the finest higher-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, on-site concierge services, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Monica

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Santa Monica area of Dallas, TX?

As of today, August 21, 2026, there are currently 507 available Santa Monica apartments priced from $595 to $21,890, with an average monthly rent of $2,053.

How much are Studio apartments in Santa Monica?

There are currently 108 Studio Apartments in Santa Monica with rent ranges from $595 to $2,175 with an average price of $1,333.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Santa Monica Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Santa Monica ranges from $618 to $4,358 with an average monthly rent of $1,645.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Monica cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Santa Monica range from $740 to $7,184. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,347.

How expensive are Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 34 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Santa Monica on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,466 to $9,255 - averaging $3,965 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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