
Gated Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (173 Rentals)


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The Santa Monica Collection - 501 Broadway

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Junction Santa Monica

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Sway

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The Santa Monica Collection - 1430 Lincoln

The Santa Monica Collection - 1650 Lincoln

Evani 3223 Wilshire

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The Charlie Santa Monica

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Catherine Santa Monica

Millennium Santa Monica
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Santa Monica Biltmore

Pacific Plaza

The Purser

Ocean Park Boulevard

Bixby

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Gibson Santa Monica

Mayfair Residences

903 7th St

Criterion Promenade

Breeze Suites Moderne
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1147 6th St

1434 Santa Monica Blvd

1731 Pico Blvd

2001 - 2029 Olympic

1042-1048 17th St

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2913 2nd St, Unit 2911 - Front

2701 11th St

Ocean Towers

2241 Virginia Ave

2248 20th St
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2218 24th St

234 Pico Blvd

1138 11th St

757 Ocean Ave

Sea Colony

1427 Euclid St

2318 16th St

1528 11th St

1138 12th St

1127 16th St
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1438 26th St

Ocean Park Terrace

1516 Maple St

1248 Franklin St

1401 Palisades Beach Rd

1330 10th St

&Pico

G8 by CLG

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Linea

The Landmark Los Angeles
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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 | $2,649 | $1,295 | $6,055 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,351 | $1,162 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,411 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,154 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,602 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $1,365 | $1,750 |
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Santa Monica, CAPopulation: 91,411
Ranked #361
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Franklin Elementary
Santa Monica High
Lincoln Middle
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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 $2,649.
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 $4,595 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 446 sq ft.
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