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1010 Pico Blvd, Unit 9
1010 Pico BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1434 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1117 3rd StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1517 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1254 14th St, Unit A
1254 14th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1228-1232 15th St.
1232 15th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1042-1048 17th St
1042-1048 17th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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2001 - 2029 Olympic
2001 Olympic BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2011 Ocean Park Blvd, Unit Apt C
2011 Ocean Park BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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225 Montana Ave, Unit 105
225 Montana AveSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Belmar Apartments
1725 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1122 6th St
1122 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Monterey Plaza
11701 Texas AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1017 Ocean Park Blvd
1017 Ocean Park BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2307 Ocean Ave
2301-2307 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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3222 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Avalon Apartments of Santa Monica
1032 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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130 W Channel Rd
130 W Channel RdSanta Monica, CA 90402
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1537 7th
1537 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1731 Pico Blvd
1731 Pico BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1124 12th St
1124 12th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1120 6th
1120 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1422 Pearl StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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Yale Apartments
1328 Yale StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1042 6th St
1042 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1748 18th St
1748 18th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1307 15th St
1307 15th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2535 Kansas Ave
2535 Kansas AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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The Sovereign
205 Washington AveSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1218 6th St
1218 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1001 19th St
1001 19th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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PICO, 1132-1136
1132-1136 Pico BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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838 7th St
838 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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2302 32nd St
2302 32nd StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1025 19th St
1025 19th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1420-1426 1/2 Maple St
1420-1426 1/2 Maple StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1228 15th St
1228 15th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Lincoln SM
829-829 Broadway StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Ocean Park Boulevard
1717-1723 Ocean Park BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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928-934 12th St
928-934 12th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1102 11th St
1102 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Olympic Studios
2029 Olympic BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1243 12th St
1243 12th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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833 11th St
833 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1517 18th Street
1517 18th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1111 Berkeley St
1111 Berkeley StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1417 11th St
1417 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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2122 Ocean Park Blvd
2122 Ocean Park BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,652 | $1,495 | $5,995 |
| Cheap Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,314 | $893 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,708 | $1,149 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,407 | $1,224 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,111 | $999 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Monica, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/27/2026Current apartment rentals in the Santa Monica, CA area range in price from $1,650 to $24,000 with an overall median price of $3,727. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Monica Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Wilshire Montana | $3,727 | $1,650 | 284 |
Cheapest Available Santa Monica Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Monica, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Missouri Apartments in the Sawtelle neighborhood priced from $893. 11621 Darlington Ave in the Brentwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Monica apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Missouri Apartments | Studio | 1BR, 1BA | $893 |
| 11621 Darlington Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $1,395 |
| Beloit Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,450 |
| 30 Dudley Ave | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,498 |
| 1775 Beloit Ave | # 02A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
| 4037 McLaughlin Avenue | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,525 |
| Olive Co-Living | Furnished Co-Living Studio Suite | Studio, 1BA | $1,550 |
| Porter Mar Vista - Co-Living | 4 Bedroom Southwest | 4BR, 3BA | $1,587 |
| C1 by CLG ( + Coliving) | Shared Apartment Private Suite & Bath | Studio, 1BA | $1,595 |
| 1524 Bundy Dr. | 0b1ba05A | Studio, 1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA
As of September 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Monica area is the $0.76 price per square foot 1909 Ocean Front Walk Model at 1909 Ocean Front Walk in the Venice Beach neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Santa Monica apartment is the 2bed 2bath Model at Mayfield Hall by Wiseman in the Brentwood neighborhood starting at $3,495 with a $1.94 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Monica apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1909 Ocean Front Walk | 1909 Ocean Front Walk | 4BR, 4BA | $0.76 |
| Mayfield Hall by Wiseman | 2bed 2bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.94 |
| 11 20th Ave, Unit Unit A | 11 20th Ave | 1BR, 1BA | $1.71 |
| Wilkins 10937 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $2.36 |
| 11260 Westminster Ave | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR, 2BA | $2.18 |
| 1815 Greenfield Ave | 2Bd/Ba | 2BR, 1BA | $2.46 |
| Porter Mar Vista - Co-Living | 3 Bedroom South | 3BR, 3BA | $1.91 |
| 1400 Camden Ave | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR, 2BA | $2.39 |
| 11507 Missouri Ave | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.53 |
| 4006 East Blvd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.00 |
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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, CAPopulation: 91,411
Ranked #361
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Edison Elementary School
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (404)
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Santa Monica High
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2588)
9 out of 10
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Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Monica Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Santa Monica?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Monica is under $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Monica?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Monica is Missouri Apartments which is listed at $893, while the average apartment in Santa Monica costs $3,727.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Monica?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Santa Monica that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Santa Monica?
Cheap apartments in Santa Monica have an average cost of $1,084 which is $2,643 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Monica.
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