
Gated Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA Under $2,000 (40 Rentals)


1731 Pico Blvd

1434 Santa Monica Blvd

1001 19th St

1101 Ocean Front Walk

Boardwalk Flats - Ocean Front Studios

Brent Manor
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11819 Kiowa Ave

1249 South Bundy

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2219 Glendon Ave, Unit GH, Unit GH

25 19th Ave

Breeze Avenue Apartments

The Westerly on Lincoln

Haven Mar Vista Apartments
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Westwood Villa

Colonial House Apartments

ARC Westwood - Fully Furnished by RH

Beloit Avenue Apartments

11659 Mayfield Ave

Sea Isle Apartments

Cypress Co-Living
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Acacia

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11290 Ohio Ave, Unit 01, Unit 01

West Park Village

Olive Co-Living

Century West Apartments

MySuite at Cara Co-Living

1775 Beloit Ave

Comma Barrington Co-Living
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4417 S Centinela Ave

1515 Colby Ave

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101 Dudley Ave

1539 Beloit Ave

Haven Coliving - Penmar

Haven Coliving - Venice - West of Lincoln

211 Horizon Ave

Haven Coliving - Venice - West of Lincoln
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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 | $2,651 | $1,298 | $4,775 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,233 | $1,293 | $8,750 |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,443 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,764 | $1,224 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,983 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,491 | $1,350 | $1,650 |
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Santa Monica, CAPopulation: 91,411
Ranked #361
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Franklin Elementary
Santa Monica High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Santa Monica?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Santa Monica is at 1539 Beloit Ave listed at $1,250.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Santa Monica is $3,542.
What is the largest Gated Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 2,500 square feet unit starting from $4,695 at Villa Cordova.
What is the average size for Santa Monica Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Santa Monica is currently at 744 sq ft.
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