Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA Under $2,000 (42 Rentals)
Apartments in Santa Monica with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

Westwood Villa
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1353 S. Carmelina Ave (UDA08)

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G8 by CLG

Westside Terrace Apartments
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Acacia

C1 by CLG ( + Coliving)

Solaire Venice

Matteson by Category

1539 Beloit Ave

1450 S Barrington Ave

1515 Colby Ave
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Haven Coliving - Venice - West of Lincoln
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Haven Coliving - Venice - West of Lincoln
Santa Monica, CA Local Guide

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 | $2,679 | $1,298 | $6,711 |
Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,365 | $1,392 | $8,491 |
Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,503 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,265 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,786 | $1,272 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $1,662 | $2,204 |
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Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Monica High
Lincoln Middle
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Getting Around Santa Monica, CA
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Monica
How much are Studio apartments in Santa Monica?
There are currently 3,184 Studio Apartments in Santa Monica with rent ranges from $1,195 to $6,711 with an average price of $3,366.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Santa Monica Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Santa Monica ranges from $1,392 to $8,491 with an average monthly rent of $3,365.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Monica cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Santa Monica range from $1,250 to $18,510. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,503.
How expensive are Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 902 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Santa Monica on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,280 to $15,831 - averaging $5,265 for the location.
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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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