1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (3,060 Rentals)

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Junction Santa Monica
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$3,110 - $3,210
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$2,906 - $4,382
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Junction Santa Monica

1641 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Sway
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$3,160 - $4,945
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$3,069 - $9,506
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Sway

525 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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The Shores
$3,865 - $5,270
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$3,865 - $8,595
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The Shores

2700-2800 Neilson WaySanta Monica, CA 90405
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Gibson Santa Monica
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$3,134 - $3,671
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Gibson Santa Monica

1317 7Th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 01, 2026

There are currently 184 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Santa Monica, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,100 to $13,960. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Monica with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Wilshire Montana184$3,706$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. The R2 by CLG in the Del Rey neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,221 square feet and currently listed start at $3,595. 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
The R2 by CLG1 Bedroom - Floor to cieling Windows1,221 Sq Ft$3,595
SwayB71,173 Sq Ft$4,136
Chateau Brentana1,100 Sq Ft$3,000
Ocean Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1,100 Sq Ft$2,895
1221 Ocean AvenuePlan C1,082 Sq Ft$13,210
1815 Greenfield Ave1Bd/1Ba1,080 Sq Ft$2,000
801 2nd Street1 Bed 1 Bath1,075 Sq Ft$3,695
950 4th Street1 Bedroom 1 Bath1,041 Sq Ft$3,695
Matteson by CategoryPrivate Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-E150 Sq Ft$1,202

Cheapest Available Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 01, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is the Private Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-E Model starting from $1,202 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 $3,271. 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-E$1,202
1775 Beloit Ave# 02A$1,500
i40261BR/1.0BA$1,925
1015 2nd Street1BR/1.0BA$1,948
Breeze Avenue Apartments8$1,950
1632 Stoner Ave1 Bedroom$1,950
11325 Washington Pl1+1$1,995
1223 Federal Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,998

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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 $1,202.

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 $3,271.

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 797 sq ft.

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