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Belmar Apartments
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Belmar Apartments

1725 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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2307 Ocean Ave
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2307 Ocean Ave

2301-2307 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1948 20th St
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1948 20th St

1948 20th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1412 17th St
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1412 17th St

1412 17th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Lincoln SM
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Lincoln SM

829-829 Broadway StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Yale Apartments
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Yale Apartments

1328 Yale StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1118 11th Street
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1118 11th Street

1118 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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2535 Kansas Ave
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2535 Kansas Ave

2535 Kansas AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1307 15th St
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1307 15th St

1307 15th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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838 7th St
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838 7th St

838 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Santa Monica Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 20, 2025

There are currently 30 available Studio apartment units in Santa Monica, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,650 to $3,900. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Monica with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Wilshire Montana30$2,865$1,650

Largest Available Santa Monica Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is found at Westwood Riviera Apartments in the Westwood neighborhood and is 1,000 square feet priced from $3,645. Lido Apartments - 11221 Richland Ave in the Little Persia neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 700 square feet and currently listed start at $2,295. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Westwood Riviera ApartmentsLoft Studio1,000 Sq Ft$3,645
Lido Apartments - 11221 Richland AveSingle + 1 Bath700 Sq Ft$2,295
300 San JuanStudio 1 Bath Apartment700 Sq Ft$2,445
SwayE5.1683 Sq Ft$3,516
BARRINGTON ROWFloorplan C677 Sq Ft$2,800
Dolphin Marina0x1L AB650 Sq Ft$3,799
Casa Bela ApartmentsStudio / JR 1BD650 Sq Ft$2,295
The Charlie Mar Vista1-S3613 Sq Ft$2,988
The AdmiraltyA - Catalina608 Sq Ft$3,100
The Landmark Los AngelesPH-S4607 Sq Ft$4,200

Cheapest Available Santa Monica Studio Apartments

As of June 20, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is the Apt-Bachelor Model starting from $1,195 at Sawtelle-1661 in the Sawtelle neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Monica Studio is the Bachelor Efficiency NO KITCHEN Model at Sepulveda Court starting at $1,295 in the Studio Village neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Santa Monica is currently $2,616. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Sawtelle-1661Apt-Bachelor$1,195
Sepulveda CourtBachelor Efficiency NO KITCHEN$1,295
101 Dudley AveStudio$1,498
Darlington Court ApartmentsStudio$1,500
Rochester GardensStudio, 1 bath$1,550
G8 by CLG7 Bed 7 Bath Shared Apt. w/ Private Bath$1,554
1641 Westgate Avenue,0x1$1,575
Brentfair TowersBachelor Studio + 1 Bath$1,575
Beloit Avenue ApartmentsStudio$1,595

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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

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  • 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 Sawtelle-1661 listed at $1,195.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santa Monica is $2,616.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $3,645 at Westwood Riviera 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 454 sq ft.

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