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1032 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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2221 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1117 3rd StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1909 22nd StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2913 2nd St, Unit 2911 - Front
2913 2nd StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1434 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1444 15th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1517 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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501 Broadway
501 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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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 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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1837-1839 Euclid St
1837-1839 Euclid StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1015 2nd Street
1015 2nd StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Ten Ten Apartments
1010 Pico BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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Ocean Park Boulevard
1717-1723 Ocean Park BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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123 California Ave
123 California AveSanta Monica, CA 90403
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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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1042 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1328 Yale StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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939 Palms Blvd, Unit 4
939 Palms BlvdVenice, CA 90291
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101 Dudley Ave
101 Dudley AveVenice, CA 90291
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30 Dudley AveVenice, CA 90291
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Darlington Court Apartments
11676-11678 Darlington AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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2553 S Sepulveda BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90064
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33 Brooks AveVenice, CA 90291
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1775 Beloit AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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12602-12610 Matteson AveLos Angeles, CA 90066
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1427 Barry AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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11665 Mayfield AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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11290 Ohio AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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11665 Mayfield AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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1814 Pacific AveLos Angeles, CA 90291
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1435 S Bundy DrLos Angeles, CA 90025
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233-237 4th AveVenice, CA 90291
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11649 Mayfield AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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1629 Veteran AveLos Angeles, CA 90024
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11400 Rochester AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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11053 1/2 Venice Blvd
11053 1/2 Venice BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90034
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11858 Goshen AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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11659 Mayfield AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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3940 Sepulveda BlvdCulver City, CA 90230
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11640 Mayfield AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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906 Pacific AveVenice, CA 90291
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1729 Beloit AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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1403 Innes Pl
1403 Innes PlVenice, CA 90291
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,586 | $1,150 | $4,880 |
| Cheap Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,212 | $1,500 | $6,945 |
| Cheap Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,406 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,761 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,147 | $1,190 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $1,190 | $1,662 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Monica, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the Santa Monica, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . 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 | $5,500 | $1,550 | 188 |
Cheapest Available Santa Monica Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Monica, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 501 Broadway in the Wilshire neighborhood priced from $587. 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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| 501 Broadway | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $587 |
| 101 Dudley Ave | JUNIOR STUDIO | Studio, | $1,298 |
| 30 Dudley Ave | Studio | Studio, | $1,298 |
| 1539 Beloit Ave | Unit PH10 | 4BR,3BA | $1,330 |
| Porter Mar Vista - Co-Living | 4 Bedroom Southwest | 4BR,3BA | $1,457 |
| Darlington Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Avalon Apartments of Santa Monica | Single | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| 1775 Beloit Ave | # 02A | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 33 Brooks Ave | North | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA
As of March 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Monica area is the $0.26 price per square foot Coliving Model at Haven Coliving - Penmar in the in the Venice Beach neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Santa Monica apartment is the 4 Bed 3 Bath Model at 11515 Ohio Ave starting at $4,490 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Sawtelle 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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| Haven Coliving - Penmar | Coliving | 4BR,4BA | $0.26 |
| 11515 Ohio Ave | 4 Bed 3 Bath | 4BR,3BA | $2.25 |
| Matteson by Category | Private Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-D | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 1539 Beloit Ave | Unit PH10 | 4BR,3BA | $0.98 |
| 1909 22nd St, Unit 3 | 1909 22nd St | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| 4253 S Centinela Ave | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 1848 12th St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1815 Greenfield Ave | 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Comma Barrington Co-Living | Co-Living | Freeway | 4 BR, 2 BA | 4BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Olive Co-Living | Furnished Co-Living Studio Suite | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Franklin Elementary
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
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10 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 $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Monica?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Monica is 501 Broadway which is listed at $587, while the average apartment in Santa Monica costs $5,500.
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 $1,238 which is $4,262 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Monica.
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