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2020 Cloverfield Blvd, Unit 5 - D
2020 Cloverfield BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1637 Berkeley St
Santa MonicaCA90404
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2300 Oak St, Unit 2-B2
2300 Oak StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2300 Oak St, Unit 5
2300 Oak StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1441 Yale St, Unit B2
1441 Yale StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1228-1232 15th St.
1232 15th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Ocean Park Boulevard
1717-1723 Ocean Park BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1434 Santa Monica Blvd
1434 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1511 Yale St, Unit H
1511 Yale StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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3005 Main St, Unit 101
3005 Main StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1254 14th St, Unit A
1254 14th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1517 11th St
1517 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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838 7th St
838 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1042-1048 17th St
1042-1048 17th StSanta 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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130 W Channel Rd
130 W Channel RdSanta Monica, CA 90402
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Avalon Apartments of Santa Monica
1032 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1837-1839 Euclid St
1837-1839 Euclid StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1537 7th
1537 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1015 2nd Street
1015 2nd StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1731 Pico Blvd
1731 Pico BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1522 N Harvard St
1522 N Harvard StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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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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1042 6th St
1042 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Yale Apartments
1328 Yale StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1748 18th St
1748 18th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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The Sovereign
205 Washington AveSanta Monica, CA 90403
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2535 Kansas Ave
2535 Kansas AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1307 15th St
1307 15th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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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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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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Lincoln SM
829-829 Broadway StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1117 3rd St
1117 3rd StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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928-934 12th St
928-934 12th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
2478 Penmar Ave
Los AngelesCA90291
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101 Dudley Ave
101 Dudley AveVenice, CA 90291
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2353 S Westgate Ave, Unit Westgate
2353 S Westgate AveLos Angeles, CA 90064
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11510 Ohio Ave, Unit 3
11510 Ohio AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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12602-12610 Matteson AveLos Angeles, CA 90066
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30 Dudley Ave
30 Dudley AveVenice, CA 90291
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1607 S Bentley Ave
1607 S Bentley AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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Olive Co-Living
1427 Barry AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,628 | $1,298 | $5,395 |
| Cheap Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,267 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,376 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,827 | $1,224 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,125 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $1,350 | $1,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Monica, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Santa Monica, CA area range in price from $1,495 to $13,430 with an overall median price of $3,625. 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 | $3,625 | $1,495 | 320 |
Cheapest Available Santa Monica Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Monica, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at 1539 Beloit Ave in the Sawtelle neighborhood priced from $1,250. 101 Dudley Ave in the Ocean Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,298. 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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| 1539 Beloit Ave | Unit 304 | 4BR,3BA | $1,250 |
| 101 Dudley Ave | JUNIOR STUDIO | Studio, | $1,298 |
| 1228-1232 15th St. | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 30 Dudley Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,498 |
| 1775 Beloit Ave | # 02A | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Olive Co-Living | Furnished Co-Living Studio Suite | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Ocean Park Boulevard | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Beloit Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Porter Mar Vista - Co-Living | 4 Bedroom Southwest | 4BR,3BA | $1,587 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA
As of August 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Monica area is the $0.68 price per square foot 1909 Ocean Front Walk Model at 1909 Ocean Front Walk in the in the Venice Beach neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Santa Monica apartment is the 2 Bedroom + 2 Bath Model at West Brent Apartments starting at $3,995 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Brentwood neighborhood. 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 | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.68 |
| West Brent Apartments | 2 Bedroom + 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 1620 South Bentley Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| 1539 Beloit Ave | Unit 105 | 4BR,3BA | $1.22 |
| 12323 Texas Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| 11260 Westminster Ave | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| 1815 Greenfield Ave | 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Porter Mar Vista - Co-Living | 3 Bedroom South | 3BR,3BA | $1.91 |
| 10856 Rose Avenue, | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| Comma Barrington Co-Living | Co-Living | Santa Monica | 4 BR, 2 BA | 4BR,2BA | $1.36 |
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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
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Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Edison Elementary School
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (404)
10 out of 10
Santa Monica High
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2588)
9 out of 10
Lincoln Middle
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (914)
8 out of 10
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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 $1,587.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Monica?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Monica is 1775 Beloit Ave which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Santa Monica costs $3,625.
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 $988 which is $2,637 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Monica.
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