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Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 54 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in Santa Monica, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,900 to $14,510. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Monica with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Wilshire Montana54$4,944$2,900

Largest Available Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is found at The Landmark Los Angeles in the Sawtelle neighborhood and is 2,097 square feet priced from $16,495. 1221 Ocean Avenue in the Wilshire neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,809 square feet and currently listed start at $14,510. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Landmark Los AngelesPH-C1 Penthouse Two Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom2,097 Sq Ft$16,495
1221 Ocean AvenuePlan A1,809 Sq Ft$14,510
The R2 by CLG2 Bed + Den1,618 Sq Ft$3,845
LineaPH2031,523 Sq Ft$7,974
1837 Midvale Ave11,450 Sq Ft$4,000
Dolphin Marina2x2X J1,450 Sq Ft$5,955
Marina 412 Bedrooms J1,450 Sq Ft$5,320
Chateau Brentana2 Bdrm1,450 Sq Ft$3,500

Cheapest Available Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model starting from $2,104 at Wiseman at Mayfield Swell in the Brentwood neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Monica 2 Bedroom is the 2BR Model at 4253 S Centinela Ave starting at $2,350 in the Del Rey neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Santa Monica is currently $4,480. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Wiseman at Mayfield Swell2 Bed 2 Bath$2,104
4253 S Centinela Ave2BR$2,350
Westwood VillaTwo Bedroom$2,545
1347 23rd St202$2,550
3585 Centinela2 BED 2 BATH$2,595
4041 S Centinela Ave2 bedroom (#2)$2,695
10856 Rose Avenue,2x2$2,695
1015 2nd Street2BR/2.0BA$2,698
12035 Washington PlThe Gables, 1 +1, + Loft$2,700

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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.

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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 2 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Monica with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Santa Monica is at Wiseman at Mayfield Swell listed at $2,104.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Monica is $4,480.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 2,097 square feet unit starting from $16,495 at The Landmark Los Angeles.

What is the average size for Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Santa Monica is currently 1,057 sq ft.

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