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844 6th St

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HARV1432

1432 Harvard StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2701 11th St
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2701 11th St

2701 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2625 4th St
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2625 4th St

2625 4th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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The Waverly
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The Waverly

1705 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Ocean Towers
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Ocean Towers

201 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90402
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2241 Virginia Ave
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2241 Virginia Ave

2241 Virginia AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1140 23rd St
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1140 23rd St

1140 23rd StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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908 6th St

908 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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2103 Oak St
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2103 Oak St

2103 Oak StSanta Monica, CA 90405

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Santa Monica Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 13, 2025

There are currently 29 available Studio apartment units in Santa Monica, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,695 to $5,205. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Monica with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Wilshire Montana29$2,925$1,695

Largest Available Santa Monica Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is found at Inclave Luxury Apartments in the Del Rey neighborhood and is 814 square feet priced from $3,095. The R2 by CLG has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 746 square feet and currently listed start at $2,314. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Inclave Luxury ApartmentsUnit A1 Studio814 Sq Ft$3,095
The R2 by CLGOpen Concept746 Sq Ft$2,314
300 San JuanStudio 1 Bath Apartment700 Sq Ft$2,295
SwayE5.1683 Sq Ft$3,913
1394 Midvale Avenue,0x1650 Sq Ft$1,925
AMLI Marina Del ReyE2643 Sq Ft$3,852
The Landmark Los AngelesS4 Studio Apartment607 Sq Ft$3,295

Cheapest Available Santa Monica Studio Apartments

As of November 13, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is the Micro Studio Model starting from $1,198 at 101 Dudley Ave in the Ocean Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Monica Studio is the Studio Model at Beloit Avenue Apartments starting at $1,450 in the Sawtelle neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Santa Monica is currently $2,655. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
101 Dudley AveMicro Studio$1,198
Beloit Avenue ApartmentsStudio$1,450
The CloverSS-120$1,455
Darlington Court ApartmentsStudio$1,495
130 W Channel RdStudio$1,500
MVA0BR/1.0BA$1,540
33 Brooks AveNorth$1,550
1275 Federal Ave0BR/1.0BA$1,550

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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.

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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 Studio Santa Monica Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Monica with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Santa Monica is at 101 Dudley Ave listed at $1,198.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santa Monica is $2,655.

What is the largest available Studio Santa Monica Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 814 square feet unit starting from $3,095 at Inclave Luxury Apartments.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Santa Monica is currently 457 sq ft.

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