1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (3,063 Rentals)

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Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 16, 2025

There are currently 79 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Santa Monica, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,100 to $6,945. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Monica with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Wilshire Montana79$3,528$2,100

Largest Available Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is found at The R2 by CLG in the Del Rey neighborhood and is 1,332 square feet priced from $4,331. Wayfarer® Apartments + Marina in the Venice Beach neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,295 square feet and currently listed start at $4,960. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The R2 by CLGTop Floor Loft with 3rd floor terrace1,332 Sq Ft$4,331
Wayfarer® Apartments + Marina1DA61,295 Sq Ft$4,960
The AdmiraltyL - Bora Bora1,211 Sq Ft$3,822
BixbyOne Bedroom/Two Bathroom L1,132 Sq Ft$4,308
Inclave Luxury ApartmentsUnit B1F 1BR1,131 Sq Ft$3,730
Matteson by CategoryPrivate Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-A150 Sq Ft$1,457

Cheapest Available Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 16, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is the Private Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-A Model starting from $1,457 at Matteson by Category in the Venice Beach neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Monica 1 Bedroom is the # 02A Model at Beloit Receivership starting at $1,500 in the Sawtelle neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Monica is currently $3,339. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Matteson by CategoryPrivate Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-A$1,457
Beloit Receivership# 02A$1,500
Colonial Gardens1 Bed 1 Bath$1,695
Wiseman at Mayfield Swell1 Bed 1 Bath$1,722
The SW by CLG431, Top Flr, Tall Ceilings, City View$1,828
39 Sunset Ave1+1$1,895
i40261BR/1.0BA$1,950
Breeze Avenue Apartments8$1,950
11738 Goshen Ave1 Bed 1 Bath$1,950

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Santa Monica Overview

If you want to live in a city that has it all, look no further than Santa Monica, California. This beachside town is nestled in a spot between an excellent coastline and the city of Los Angeles. Apartments in Santa Monica offer residents a fantastic lifestyle.

Why live in Santa Monica, CA?

Santa Monica is one of the cities that could be truly called paradise. Access to excellent beaches, a walkable local layout, proximity to all sorts of geological and geographical landmarks, and a laid-back, modern atmosphere make it a truly unforgettable place.

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Getting Around Santa Monica, CA

Walk Score®

87 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

90 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

65 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Monica with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Santa Monica is at Matteson by Category listed at $1,457.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Monica is $3,339.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 1,332 square feet unit starting from $4,331 at The R2 by CLG.

What is the average size for Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Santa Monica is currently 1,068 sq ft.

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