1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (3,053 Rentals)

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Junction Santa Monica
$3,033 - $3,549
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$2,899 - $4,208
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Junction Santa Monica

1641 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Sway
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$3,982 - $5,767
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$3,141 - $9,473
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Sway

525 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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1550 Lincoln
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$3,400 - $3,750
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$3,400 - $5,450
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1550 Lincoln

1550 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Gibson Santa Monica
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$3,358 - $4,035
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$2,657 - $6,756
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Gibson Santa Monica

1317 7Th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Anara Santa Monica
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$3,041 - $4,882
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$3,083 - $7,136
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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: August 31, 2026

There are currently 142 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 Montana142$3,359$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 1,618 square feet priced from $4,850. Matteson by Category in the Venice Beach neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,475 square feet and currently listed start at $1,472. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The R2 by CLG1 Bedroom + Loft 2BD + Pation & 20' Ceilings1,618 Sq Ft$4,850
Matteson by CategoryPrivate Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-D1,475 Sq Ft$1,472
Montana Apartments1 bedroom 1.5 baths1,400 Sq Ft$4,300
Forty55 LoftsB - Classic1,186 Sq Ft$4,012
Abbot Lofts1+1 Bath+Den Loft1,150 Sq Ft$4,795
Haven Apartments1x1Tc1,110 Sq Ft$4,052
Chateau Brentana1,100 Sq Ft$3,000
1815 Greenfield Ave1Bd/1Ba1,080 Sq Ft$2,000
C1 by CLG ( + Coliving)1 Bedroom + Den1,072 Sq Ft$3,050
Jefferson at Marina del ReyWestfield (A1GL)1,054 Sq Ft$3,396

Cheapest Available Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 31, 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 $1,472 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 $3,307. 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$1,472
1775 Beloit Ave# 02A$1,500
4006 East Blvd1 Bedroom$1,600
39 Sunset Ave1+1$1,795
Grand View ApartmentsLaminate Floor$1,795
Purdue Point by WisemanOne-Bedroom One-Bathroom - A2$1,895
1521 Beloit Avenue,1x1$1,895
i40261BR/1.0BA$1,950
3686 Centinela Ave.1BR/1.0BA$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.

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 $1,472.

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 $3,307.

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 1,618 square feet unit starting from $4,850 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 789 sq ft.

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