Top Rated Student Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (28 Rentals)

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Sway

525 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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Palm Royale Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Royale Apartments

3420 S Sepulveda BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90034
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Common Penmar
Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments

Common Penmar

2432 Penmar AveVenice, CA 90291
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Elevate
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elevate

1515 Granville AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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3335 MILITARY Ave
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3335 MILITARY Ave

3335 MILITARY AveLos Angeles, CA 90034
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Faculty Wilkins
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Faculty Wilkins

10968 Wilkins AveLos Angeles, CA 90024
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University Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

University Village

3100-3360 Sawtelle BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90066
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Venice-Barry Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Venice-Barry Apartments

11811 Venice BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90066
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1808 S Bundy Dr
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1808 S Bundy Dr

1808 S Bundy DrLos Angeles, CA 90025
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4230 S Centinela Ave
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4230 S Centinela Ave

4230 S Centinela AveLos Angeles, CA 90066
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The Westgate Collection
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Westgate Collection

1515-1517 S Westgate AveLos Angeles, CA 90025
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Respara Brentwood
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Respara Brentwood

11600 Dunstan WayLos Angeles, CA 90049
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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

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Santa Monica, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Santa Monica Apartments

What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Santa Monica?

Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Santa Monica is at 1775 Beloit Ave listed at $1,500.

How much is the average rent for a Student Santa Monica Apartment?

The average rent for a Student Apartment in Santa Monica is $3,458.

What is the largest Student Santa Monica Apartment for rent?

Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 1,382 square feet unit starting from $3,605 at Sway.

What is the average size for Santa Monica Student Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Student rental in Santa Monica is currently at 513 sq ft.

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