1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (3,040 Rentals)

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Junction Santa Monica
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$3,160 - $3,200
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$2,406 - $4,382
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Junction Santa Monica

1641 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Sway
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$3,870 - $5,655
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$3,605 - $9,506
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Sway

525 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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The Shores
$4,170 - $6,015
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$4,170 - $8,915
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The Shores

2700-2800 Neilson WaySanta Monica, CA 90405
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Gibson Santa Monica
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$3,541 - $4,338
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$2,537 - $5,725
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Gibson Santa Monica

1317 7Th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Anara Santa Monica
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$3,369 - $5,287
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Anara Santa Monica

2200 Colorado AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 17, 2026

There are currently 74 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 Montana74$3,880$2,100

Largest Available Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is found at Montana Apartments in the Brentwood neighborhood and is 1,400 square feet priced from $3,850. Forty55 Lofts in the Del Rey neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,186 square feet and currently listed start at $3,615. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Montana Apartments1 bedroom 1.5 baths1,400 Sq Ft$3,850
Forty55 LoftsB - Classic1,186 Sq Ft$3,615
SwayB71,173 Sq Ft$4,848
Chateau Brentana1,100 Sq Ft$3,050
11645 Gorham Ave1BR/1.0BA1,100 Sq Ft$2,298
Ocean Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1,100 Sq Ft$2,895
605 Barrington by WisemanOne-Bedroom One-Bathroom1,100 Sq Ft$2,895
816 S. Bundy Dr1BR/1.0BA1,100 Sq Ft$2,698
Champlin Properties1 bed 1 bath1,000 Sq Ft$2,595
Matteson by CategoryPrivate Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-E150 Sq Ft$1,348

Cheapest Available Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 17, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is the Private Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-D Model starting from $1,250 at Matteson by Category in the Venice Beach neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Monica 1 Bedroom is the # 02A Model at 1775 Beloit Ave starting at $1,500 in the Sawtelle neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Monica is currently $3,190. 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-D$1,250
1775 Beloit Ave# 02A$1,500
i40261BR/1.0BA$1,925
Breeze Avenue Apartments8$1,950
11738 Goshen Ave1 Bed 1 Bath$1,950
1632 Stoner Ave1 Bedroom$1,950
Haven Mar Vista Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan C$1,995
1457 S Westgate Ave1 Bed$1,995

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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.

Santa Monica, CA
Population: 91,411

Ranked #361

in US Census Population by City

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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 $1,250.

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 $3,190.

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 1,400 square feet unit starting from $3,850 at Montana Apartments.

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 818 sq ft.

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