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$1,595 - $2,095Studio Apartments Available Nov 19
Ocean Park Boulevard
1717-1723 Ocean Park BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA from $1,100 (68 Rentals)
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1434 Santa Monica Blvd
1434 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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$1,100Studio Apartment Available Now
3571 S Sepulveda Blvd, Unit 5
3571 S Sepulveda BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90034
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$1,198 - $2,498Studio Apartments Available Now
101 Dudley Ave
101 Dudley AveVenice, CA 90291
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$1,550Studio Apartment Available Now
4118 Inglewood Blvd, Unit 4
4118 Inglewood BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90066
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$1,602 - $1,695Studio Apartments Available Dec 4
C1 by CLG ( + Coliving)
4210 Del Rey AveMarina Del Rey, CA 90292
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$1,650 - $2,300Studio Apartments Available Now
Breeze Avenue Apartments
27-29 Breeze AveVenice, CA 90291
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Venice-12915
12915 Venice BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90066
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11907 Brookhaven Ave, Unit studio
11907 Brookhaven AveLos Angeles, CA 90064
16 Clubhouse Ave
Los AngelesCA90291
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$1,700 - $2,577Studio Apartments Available Now
G8 by CLG
13448 Beach AveMarina Del Rey, CA 90292
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Santa Monica, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,655 | $1,100 | $6,711 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,335 | $1,426 | $8,491 |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,460 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,448 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,410 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,926 | $1,423 | $2,174 |
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Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (594)
9 out of 10
Santa Monica High
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2678)
9 out of 10
Lincoln Middle
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (854)
8 out of 10
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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 Cheap Santa Monica Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Santa Monica?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Monica is under $1,540.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Monica?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Monica is 101 Dudley Ave which is listed at $1,198, while the average apartment in Santa Monica costs $5,859.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Monica?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in Santa Monica that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Santa Monica?
Cheap apartments in Santa Monica have an average cost of $1,628 which is $4,231 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Monica.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.