
Apartments for Rent by Owner in Santa Monica, CA (61 Rentals)


3016 Ruskin St, Unit rear

1120 Arizona Ave, Unit 7
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2312 3rd St, Unit 2312 3rd Front Unit

1921 20th St, Unit 1933 11th

1621 Franklin St, Unit 2

855 17th St, Unit 855 17th street

2900 Exposition Blvd, Unit B

723 Palisades Beach Rd, Unit 211
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2702 Broadway, Unit 2702 Broadway, Apt B

2418 32nd St, Unit Guest House

2010 Virginia Ave, Unit D
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3116 Colorado Ave, Unit #D

1233 22nd St, Unit 1233 unit b studio

1033 6th St

12544 Venice Blvd, Unit A
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1787 Westwood Blvd, Unit 1787

12 S Venice Blvd, Unit apt #12

2421 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Unit 2

1942 Westwood Blvd, Unit 206

678 Westminster Ave, Unit 3

1323 S Carmelina Ave, Unit 216

4230 S Centinela Ave, Unit 304
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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 | $2,664 | $1,295 | $7,181 |
Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,356 | $1,198 | $8,491 |
Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,480 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,138 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,829 | $1,265 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Santa Monica, CA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
90 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
65 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Santa Monica?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Santa Monica is at 1233 22nd St, Unit 1233 unit b studio listed at $1,850.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Santa Monica is $3,348.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 1,600 square feet unit starting from $4,950 at 11937 Gorham Ave, Unit 6.
What is the average size for Santa Monica For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Santa Monica is currently at 758 sq ft.
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