Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (103 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Santa Monica as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Living at Santa Monica
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$3,231 - $4,898
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1519 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1437 10th St, Unit C
$2,500
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$2,500

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1437 10th St, Unit C

1437 10th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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2701 11th St
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2701 11th St

2701 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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928 18th St
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928 18th St

928 18th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Santa Monica Beach CoLiving
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Santa Monica Beach CoLiving

643 Pacific StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1311 15th St
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1311 15th St

1311 15th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1813 12th St
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1813 12th St

1813 12th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1223 20th
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1223 20th

1223 20th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Seapoint
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Seapoint

1239 20th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2326 2nd St
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2326 2nd St

2326 2nd StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2614 Kansas Ave
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2614 Kansas Ave

2614 Kansas AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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233 Ashland Ave
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233 Ashland Ave

233 Ashland AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1114 6th St Santa Monica 90403
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1114 6th St Santa Monica 90403

1114 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403

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Oceana Apartments
$3,895 - $4,295
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$3,895 - $4,295

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Oceana Apartments

20 29th AveVenice, CA 90291
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Felix
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$3,445Short Term Available
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Felix

1352 S Carmelina AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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Acacia
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$1,695 - $1,705Short Term Available
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Acacia

11649 Mayfield AveLos Angeles, CA 90049
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Santa Monica Overview

If you want to live in a city that has it all, look no further than Santa Monica, California. This beachside town is nestled in a spot between an excellent coastline and the city of Los Angeles. Apartments in Santa Monica offer residents a fantastic lifestyle.

Why live in Santa Monica, CA?

Santa Monica is one of the cities that could be truly called paradise. Access to excellent beaches, a walkable local layout, proximity to all sorts of geological and geographical landmarks, and a laid-back, modern atmosphere make it a truly unforgettable place.

Santa Monica, CA
Population: 91,411

Ranked #361

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Santa Monica Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Santa Monica?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Santa Monica is at Matteson by Category listed at $1,188.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Santa Monica Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Santa Monica is $3,287.

What is the largest Short-term Santa Monica Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 2,128 square feet unit starting from $2,899 at The Admiralty.

What is the average size for Santa Monica Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Santa Monica is currently at 512 sq ft.

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