
Student 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (45 Rentals)


Avalon Santa Monica on Main

Santa Monica Palms

2104 Delaware Ave

827

1015 2nd Street

1311 15th St

1908 11th St

123 California Ave
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C on Pico

Barringway Place

The Adler Apartments

816 S. Bundy Dr

1223 Federal Ave

The Plaza Apartments

11645 Gorham Ave
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Rochester Apartments

1775 Beloit Ave

3004 Kelton Ave

Rose Apartments

11659 Mayfield Ave

Palm Royale Apartments

Haven Coliving - Venice - West of Lincoln
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714 Veteran

Common Penmar

3335 MILITARY Ave

University Village

Faculty Wilkins

Venice-Barry Apartments

Elevate

4230 S Centinela Ave

1624 Armacost Ave
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Lido Apartments - 2311 Bentley Ave

1830 Federal Ave

652 Veteran Ave

1275 Federal Ave

1808 S Bundy Dr

Glendon Luxury Investments LLC

11737 Kiowa Ave

The Westgate Collection

Respara Brentwood
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,677 | $1,298 | $4,995 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,301 | $1,202 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,475 | $2,348 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,124 | $1,205 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,826 | $1,375 | $4,500 |
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Santa Monica, CAPopulation: 91,411
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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 $3,301.
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 784 sq ft.
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