
New Luxury Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (113 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in Santa Monica with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


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The Santa Monica Collection - 1430 Lincoln

Chelsea Santa Monica

Millennium Santa Monica

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Junction Santa Monica

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The Santa Monica Collection - 1650 Lincoln

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The Santa Monica Collection - 501 Broadway

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Catherine Santa Monica

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The Charlie Santa Monica

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Evani 3223 Wilshire
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1550 Lincoln

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Willow Santa Monica

700 Broadway

1023-1031 Pico Blvd

Pacifico Luxury Apartment Homes

2729 Wilshire Blvd

THE CHARLIE SM YALE

810 Ashland

The Alon SM

The Stanford West
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The Park Santa Monica

1955 18th St

Second Street Bungalows

Pico Eleven

2300 Wilshire

2318 Ocean Park Blvd

Upper Nomadic Santa Monica

1900 20th St

1515 Colby Ave

Comma Barrington Co-Living
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Acacia

Ashewood

G8 by CLG

ARC Westwood - Fully Furnished by RH

The SW by CLG

Barringway Place

Residences at West Edge

RBM 2121 Westwood Apartments

The Louella

C1 by CLG ( + Coliving)
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Haven Apartments

BARRINGTON ROW

Maxwell

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Linea

Vantage Mar Vista

Picasso Brentwood

Santa Monica Breeze by Wiseman

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The Charlie Mar Vista

Roberts Hall

Inclave Luxury Apartments
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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 | $2,677 | $1,298 | $4,995 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,301 | $1,202 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,475 | $2,348 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,124 | $1,205 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $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
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Franklin Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about New Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Santa Monica?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Santa Monica is at Matteson by Category listed at $1,202.
How much is the average rent for a New Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Santa Monica is $4,108.
What is the largest New Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 1,956 square feet unit starting from $2,771 at Linea.
What is the average size for Santa Monica New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Santa Monica is currently at 669 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Los Angeles is a vast and vibrant city where modernity meets more than a century of fascinating history, in addition to being a global bastion for the entertainment industry and the arts.

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When most people think of collegiate destination cities, Boston and New York often come to mind in addition to smaller college towns.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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