
Student 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (43 Rentals)


Avalon Santa Monica on Main

Santa Monica Palms

2104 Delaware Ave

827

1311 15th St

1908 11th St

1334 16th St
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1015 2nd Street

123 California Ave

652 Veteran Ave

Ashewood

C on Pico

Barringway Place

The Adler Apartments

1223 Federal Ave
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11645 Gorham Ave

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Rose Apartments

The Brentwood Tuscany

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101 Dudley Ave
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11659 Mayfield Ave

Palm Royale Apartments

714 Veteran

Haven Coliving - Venice - West of Lincoln

Common Penmar

3335 MILITARY Ave

Faculty Wilkins

Elevate
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University Village

1775 Beloit Ave

1624 Armacost Ave

1830 Federal Ave

Respara Brentwood

1275 Federal Ave

1808 S Bundy Dr
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1845 Glendon Ave

816 S. Bundy Dr

The Westgate Collection
Santa Monica, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,713 | $1,298 | $5,995 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,307 | $1,472 | $6,945 |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,521 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,170 | $1,224 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,541 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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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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