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302 Arizona AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,670 | $1,250 | $5,082 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,361 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,308 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,469 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,119 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $1,392 | $2,174 |
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Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (594)
9 out of 10
Santa Monica High
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2678)
9 out of 10
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Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (854)
8 out of 10
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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 $2,670.
What is the largest available Studio Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 791 square feet unit starting from $2,314 at The R2 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 453 sq ft.
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