Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (3,121 Rentals)

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$3,141 - $4,112

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1443 10th St, Unit B
$2,000

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1443 10th St, Unit B

1443 10th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1254 14th St, Unit A
$1,895

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1254 14th St, Unit A

1254 14th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1437 10th St, Unit C
$2,200

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1437 10th St, Unit C

1437 10th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1432 Harvard St
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1432 Harvard St

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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125 Pacific St
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125 Pacific St

125 Pacific StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2241 Virginia Ave
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2241 Virginia Ave

2241 Virginia AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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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: September 03, 2026

There are currently 50 available Studio apartment units in Santa Monica, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,650 to $4,395. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Monica with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Wilshire Montana50$2,900$1,650

Largest Available Santa Monica Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is found at Mayfair Residences in the Wilshire neighborhood and is 1,304 square feet priced from $4,395. The R2 by CLG in the Del Rey neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 926 square feet and currently listed start at $2,450. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Mayfair ResidencesStudio, 1 Bathroom1,304 Sq Ft$4,395
The R2 by CLGOpen Concept - One wall all windows926 Sq Ft$2,450
116 Rose Avenue0BR/1.0BA715 Sq Ft$1,995
S&E- Venice ApartmentsStudio710 Sq Ft$1,925
1439 Saltair Ave0x1650 Sq Ft$1,850
AMLI Marina Del ReyE2643 Sq Ft$3,709
Gibson Santa MonicaLWL1638 Sq Ft$3,448
The Charlie Mar Vista1-S4622 Sq Ft$3,113
SwayE2.7618 Sq Ft$4,112
Casa Bela ApartmentsStudio / JR 1BD600 Sq Ft$2,195

Cheapest Available Santa Monica Studio Apartments

As of September 03, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is the JUNIOR STUDIO Model starting from $1,298 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 $2,716. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
101 Dudley AveJUNIOR STUDIO$1,298
Beloit Avenue ApartmentsStudio$1,450
s32220BR/1.0BA$1,490
30 Dudley AveStudio$1,498
Ocean Park BoulevardEfficiency$1,550
Olive Co-LivingFurnished Co-Living Studio Suite$1,595
Darlington Court ApartmentsStudio$1,600
4037 McLaughlin AvenueStudio$1,600
The CloverSS-200$1,600

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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 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 $1,298.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santa Monica is $2,716.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 1,304 square feet unit starting from $4,395 at Mayfair Residences.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Santa Monica is currently 453 sq ft.

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