
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA from $500 with Utilities Included (44 Rentals)
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1517 11th St

Belmar Apartments

1122 6th St

2307 Ocean Ave

Ocean Park Boulevard

1522 N Harvard St

1042 6th St
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30 Dudley Ave

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101 Dudley Ave

Darlington Court Apartments

1775 Beloit Ave

1519 Armacost Ave

Acacia

Sea Isle Apartments

11659 Mayfield Ave
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Federal Luxury Investments LLC

1617 S Westgate Ave

Palmera Luxury Apartments

11511 Rochester Ave

Corinth Apartments

1450 Brockton Ave

11865 Rochester Ave

40 Brooks Ave
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1851-1855 S Barrington Ave

1616 Federal Ave

Amherst Apartments

1835 Purdue Ave

1527 Stoner Avenue

12915 Venice Blvd

1817 Beloit Ave

4076 Redwood Ave
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1215 Granville Ave

Sea Haven Pool Apartments

1718 S Bundy Dr

12133 Mitchell Ave

1812 Corinth Ave

12706 Venice Blvd

11360 Iowa Ave

39 Sunset Ave
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Grand View Apartments

Sepulveda Rose Apartments

1640 Bentley Ave.

1505 Corinth Ave
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 | $2,636 | $1,298 | $4,880 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,167 | $1,326 | $6,945 |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,408 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,712 | $1,224 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $1,240 | $6,300 |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $1,190 | $1,766 |
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Santa Monica, CAPopulation: 91,411
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa Monica?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa Monica is at 1661 Sawtelle Blvd listed at $1,295.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Monica Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Monica Apartment is $1,250 at Matteson by Category.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Monica is starting from $2,246 at Venice Blvd Apartments.
What is the most affordable Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1433 25th St and starts from $3,299.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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