
Studio Luxury Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (285 Rentals)


Junction Santa Monica

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The Charlie Santa Monica

Catherine Santa Monica

Millennium Santa Monica

Pacific Plaza

Chelsea Santa Monica
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Bixby

Gibson Santa Monica

1017 5th St

903 7th St

1032 7th St

1418 12th St

2438 7th St

Criterion Promenade

The Purser
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Breeze Suites Moderne

811 4th St, Unit # G

2929 Pennsylvania Ave

2701 11th St

2248 20th St

605 San Vicente Blvd

1138 9th St

641 Grant St

833 15th Street

1015 2nd Street
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1042 6th St

1517 18th Street

833 11th St

2403 Centinela Ave

2683 34th St

947 9th St

1231 5th St

Bay on 6th

1257 9th St

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2921 Arizona

17th Street Villas

The Sovereign

1537 7th

VRS Portofino LLC

Lugano Apartments PR III LLC

1901 6th St.

Sea Castle

PR SM Biella LLC

VRS Arrezo Apartments LLC
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,669 | $1,250 | $5,080 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,361 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,318 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,449 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,260 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,772 | $1,190 | $1,928 |
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Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Monica High
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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 $1,198.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santa Monica is $2,669.
What is the largest available Studio Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 900 square feet unit starting from $3,249 at R3 by CLG.
What is the average size for Santa Monica Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Santa Monica is currently 450 sq ft.
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