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1434 Santa Monica Blvd
1434 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1517 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1725 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1122 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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2301-2307 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1717-1723 Ocean Park BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1522 N Harvard StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1042 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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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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101 Dudley AveVenice, CA 90291
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30 Dudley Ave
30 Dudley AveVenice, CA 90291
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1775 Beloit Ave
1775 Beloit AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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1519 Armacost AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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11649 Mayfield AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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3940 Sepulveda BlvdCulver City, CA 90230
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11659 Mayfield AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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1617 S Westgate Ave
1617 S Westgate AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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Palmera Luxury Apartments
10925 Palms BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90034
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11676-11678 Darlington AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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Corinth Apartments
2440 Corinth AveLos Angeles, CA 90064
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1450 Brockton Ave
1450 Brockton AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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11865 Rochester Ave
11865 Rochester AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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40 Brooks Ave
40 Brooks AveVenice, CA 90291
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1851-1855 S Barrington Ave
1851-1855 S Barrington AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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1835 Purdue Ave
1835 Purdue AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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Amherst Apartments
1512 Amherst AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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1527 Stoner Avenue
1525-1527 Stoner AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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4076 Redwood Ave
4076 Redwood AveLos Angeles, CA 90066
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12915 Venice
12915 Venice BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90066
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1817 Beloit Ave
1817 Beloit AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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Sea Haven Pool Apartments
2320 Pacific AveVenice, CA 90291
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1215 Granville Ave
1215 Granville AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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1718 S Bundy Dr
1718 S Bundy DrLos Angeles, CA 90025
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When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.
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12133 Mitchell Ave
12133 Mitchell AveLos Angeles, CA 90066
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1812 Corinth Ave
1812 Corinth AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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811 Broadway St
811 Broadway StVenice, CA 90291
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39 Sunset Ave
39 Sunset AveVenice, CA 90291
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11360 Iowa Ave
11360 Iowa AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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12706 Venice Blvd
12706 Venice BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90066
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Grand View Apartments
3970 Grand View BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90066
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1640 Bentley Ave.
1640 Bentley AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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1505 Corinth Ave
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,711 | $1,298 | $5,130 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,318 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,476 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,083 | $1,205 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,054 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,826 | $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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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 $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Monica?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Monica is Morningside Apartments which is listed at $1,925, while the average apartment in Santa Monica costs $6,456.
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 $939 which is $5,517 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Monica.
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