1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (3,031 Rentals)

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Junction Santa Monica
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$2,849 - $3,200
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$2,856 - $4,232

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Junction Santa Monica

1641 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Sway
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$4,018 - $5,803
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$3,564 - $9,569

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Sway

525 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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Evani 3223 Wilshire
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$3,510 - $3,922
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$3,516 - $3,928

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Evani 3223 Wilshire

3223 Wilshire BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1550 Lincoln
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$3,400 - $3,750
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$3,400 - $5,300

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1550 Lincoln

1550 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90401
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The Shores
$4,170 - $6,170
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$4,170 - $7,315

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The Shores

2700-2800 Neilson WaySanta Monica, CA 90405
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Gibson Santa Monica
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$3,504 - $4,056
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$2,635 - $7,723

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Gibson Santa Monica

1317 7Th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Anara Santa Monica
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$3,623 - $3,808
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$3,665 - $10,854

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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: July 17, 2026

There are currently 166 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Santa Monica, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,100 to $11,810. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Monica with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Wilshire Montana166$3,495$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 $4,300. The R2 by CLG in the Del Rey neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,332 square feet and currently listed start at $4,195. 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$4,300
The R2 by CLGTop floor 1 Bed + Loft & Deck1,332 Sq Ft$4,195
Wayfarer® Apartments + Marina1DC1,250 Sq Ft$5,062
SwayB71,173 Sq Ft$4,970
Abbot Lofts1+1 Bath+Den Loft1,150 Sq Ft$4,695
Chateau Brentana1,100 Sq Ft$3,000
1221 Ocean AvenuePlan C1,082 Sq Ft$11,810
1815 Greenfield Ave1Bd/1Ba1,080 Sq Ft$2,000
Jefferson at Marina del ReyWestfield (A1GL)1,054 Sq Ft$3,570
AMLI Marina Del ReyA6D1,028 Sq Ft$5,439

Cheapest Available Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 17, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is the # 02A Model starting from $1,500 at 1775 Beloit Ave in the Sawtelle neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Monica 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at i4026 starting at $1,925 in the Blanco neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Monica is currently $3,347. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1775 Beloit Ave# 02A$1,500
i40261BR/1.0BA$1,925
1015 2nd Street1BR/1.0BA$1,948
Breeze Avenue Apartments8$1,950
McLaughlin Apartments1 + 1$1,995
1403 Brockton Ave11958$1,995
2122 Ocean Park Blvd1 Bedroom$1,995
1223 Federal Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,998
39 Sunset Ave1+1$2,000

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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 1775 Beloit Ave listed at $1,500.

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 $3,347.

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 $4,300 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 739 sq ft.

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