
Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA Under $2,100 (183 Rentals)


1117 3rd St

1042-1048 17th St

2001 - 2029 Olympic

Monroe Manor

914 7th Street

1517 11th St

1434 Santa Monica Blvd

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1254 14th St, Unit A

1010 Pico Blvd, Unit 9
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1044 2nd St

s3222

p1422

810-812 7th St

Belmar Apartments

2307 Ocean Ave

130 W Channel Rd

1120 6th

Lincoln SM

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1307 15th St

2535 Kansas Ave

1218 6th St

PICO, 1132-1136

1731 Pico Blvd

838 7th St

1118 11th Street

1042 6th St

Ocean Park Boulevard

1517 18th Street
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1111 Berkeley St

1518 10th St

833 11th St

808 6th St

2928 4th St

2403 Centinela Ave

2622 28th St

Olympic Studios

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G8 by CLG

Ashewood - Fully Furnished

C1 by CLG ( + Coliving)

Boardwalk Flats - Ocean Front Studios

The Westerly on Lincoln

Luxe Villas

Olive Co-Living

Bentley Avenue Apartments

The SW by CLG

2445 S Barrington Ave
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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 | $2,658 | $1,495 | $5,995 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,312 | $1,224 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,694 | $1,379 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,429 | $1,224 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,861 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Santa Monica, CAPopulation: 91,411
Ranked #361
in US Census Population by City
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Edison Elementary School
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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 11621 Darlington Ave listed at $1,395.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santa Monica is $2,658.
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 $4,195 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 468 sq ft.
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