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1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA Under $2,500 (414 Rentals)
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Silvercrest Senior Residence
1530 5th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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12th Street Apartments
1521 12th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1228 10th Street
1224-1228 10th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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2122 Ocean Park Blvd
2122 Ocean Park BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1042-1048 17th St
1042-1048 17th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Euclid Apartments
2615-2623 Euclid StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2415 Arizona Ave, Unit 2415
2415 Arizona AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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345 Amalfi Dr, Unit Studio
345 Amalfi DrSanta Monica, CA 90402
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2702 Broadway, Unit 2702 Broadway, Apt B
2702 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90404
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1842 22nd St, Unit 1
1842 22nd StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1319 23rd St, Unit C
1319 23rd StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1010 Pico Blvd
Santa MonicaCA90405
303 California Ave
Santa MonicaCA90403
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
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1449 Princeton St
Santa MonicaCA90404
1857 7th St
Santa MonicaCA90401
1521 12th St
Santa MonicaCA90401
1024 Pico Blvd
Santa MonicaCA90405
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Los Angeles's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Los Angeles and the best places to live with original content written by our Los Angeles, CA Local Expert Rachel Presser
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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 | $2,670 | $1,295 | $6,725 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,416 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,455 | $1,875 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,932 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $1,240 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Santa Monica, CA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
90 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
65 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 12th Street Apartments listed at $1,750.
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 $3,416.
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 1,250 square feet unit starting from $5,111 at Wayfarer® Apartments + Marina.
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 736 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA
Written by: Rachel Presser
Los Angeles is a vast and vibrant city where modernity meets more than a century of fascinating history, in addition to being a global bastion for the entertainment industry and the arts.
Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.