
Studio Luxury Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (307 Rentals)


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The Santa Monica Collection - 501 Broadway

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Junction Santa Monica

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Sway

700 Broadway

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The Santa Monica Collection - 1430 Lincoln

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The Santa Monica Collection - 1650 Lincoln

Evani 3223 Wilshire

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The Charlie Santa Monica

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Catherine Santa Monica
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Millennium Santa Monica

Chelsea Santa Monica

Pacific Plaza

833 5th St

Bixby

Avalon Santa Monica on Main

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Gibson Santa Monica

Mayfair Residences

The Wilson

903 7th St
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Willow Santa Monica

Criterion Promenade

The Purser

Breeze Suites Moderne

1147 6th St

914 7th Street

2001 - 2029 Olympic

1517 11th St

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811 4th St

2701 11th St
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2248 20th St

2343 30th St

2318 Ocean Park Blvd

1138 9th St

641 Grant St

833 15th Street

1042 6th St

1517 18th Street

833 11th St

2403 Centinela Ave
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2683 34th St

1418 12th St

123 California Ave

947 9th St

Lugano Apartments PR III LLC

1231 5th St

Bay on 6th

Avalon Apartments of Santa Monica

1257 9th St

Genoa Apartments
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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 | $2,730 | $1,298 | $4,995 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,321 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,485 | $2,348 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,104 | $1,205 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,089 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,826 | $1,375 | $4,500 |
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Santa Monica, CAPopulation: 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 $2,730.
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 451 sq ft.
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