Top Rated Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (553 Rentals)

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The Broadway Lofts
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The Broadway Lofts

1912-1919 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90404
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201 Ocean Ave
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201 Ocean Ave

201 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90402
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The Waverly
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The Waverly

1705 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1871 10th St
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1871 10th St

1871 10th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1328 12th St
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1328 12th St

1328 12th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1823 19th St
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1823 19th St

1823 19th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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507 Hill St
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507 Hill St

507 Hill StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1443 Princeton St
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1443 Princeton St

1443 Princeton StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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611 Ocean Park Blvd
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611 Ocean Park Blvd

611 Ocean Park BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1412 Pearl St
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1412 Pearl St

1412 Pearl StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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720 Raymond Ave
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720 Raymond Ave

720 Raymond AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2326 16th St
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2326 16th St

2326 16th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1247 23rd St
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1247 23rd St

1247 23rd StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2725 4th St
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2725 4th St

2725 4th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2617 2nd St
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2617 2nd St

2617 2nd StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1226 11th St
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1226 11th St

1226 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1528 Princeton St
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1528 Princeton St

1528 Princeton StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1855 9th St
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1855 9th St

1855 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1838 9th St
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1838 9th St

1838 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1237 24th St
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1237 24th St

1237 24th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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808 3rd St
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808 3rd St

808 3rd StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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2716 3rd St
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2716 3rd St

2716 3rd StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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504 Ashland Ave
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504 Ashland Ave

504 Ashland AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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634-648 Ozone St
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634-648 Ozone St

634-648 Ozone StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1144 Yale St
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1144 Yale St

1144 Yale StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1527 9th St
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1527 9th St

1527 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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842 11th St
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842 11th St

842 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1122 26th St
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1122 26th St

1122 26th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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511 Raymond Ave
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511 Raymond Ave

511 Raymond AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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231 Bay St
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231 Bay St

231 Bay StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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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

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 $2,657.

What is the largest available Studio Santa Monica Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 814 square feet unit starting from $3,095 at Inclave Luxury Apartments.

What is the average size for Santa Monica Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Santa Monica is currently 459 sq ft.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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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.