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1015 2nd StSanta Monica, CA 90403
Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA from $500 (13 Rentals)
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123 California Ave
123 California AveSanta Monica, CA 90403
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101 Dudley Ave
101 Dudley AveVenice, CA 90291
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1775 Beloit Ave
1775 Beloit AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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Ashewood
10978 Wilkins AveLos Angeles, CA 90024
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11659 Mayfield Ave
11659 Mayfield AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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Westside Terrace Apartments
3636 S Sepulveda BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90034
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Haven Coliving - Venice - West of Lincoln
742-748 Brooks AveVenice, CA 90291
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Haven Coliving - Penmar
2478 Penmar AveVenice, CA 90291
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Haven Coliving - Venice - West of Lincoln
742 Brooks AveVenice, CA 90291
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1275 Federal Ave
1275 Federal AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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1808 S Bundy Dr
1808 S Bundy DrLos Angeles, CA 90025
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.
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1517 Federal Ave
1517 Federal 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,596 | $1,298 | $4,751 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,277 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,368 | $2,298 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,979 | $1,205 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,375 | $4,500 |
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Santa Monica, CAPopulation: 91,411
Ranked #361
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Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Franklin Elementary
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (597)
10 out of 10
Santa Monica High
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2588)
9 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 $1,548.
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 $6,385.
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 9 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 $1,041 which is $5,344 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Monica.
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