Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA Under $2,100 (337 Rentals)

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2221 Ocean Ave
$1,500
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2221 Ocean Ave

2221 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1827 Euclid St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1827 Euclid St

1827 Euclid StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2928 4th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2928 4th St

2928 4th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2403 Centinela Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2403 Centinela Ave

2403-2405 Centinela AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2683 34th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2683 34th St

2683 34th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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VRS Portofino LLC
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

VRS Portofino LLC

1450 5th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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808 6th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

808 6th St

808 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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2539 7th St #C
1 Bedroom Apartments

2539 7th St #C

2539 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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907 Lincoln Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

907 Lincoln Blvd

907 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90403
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810-812 7th St
Studio Apartments

810-812 7th St

810-812 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1233 14th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1233 14th St

1233 14th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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01120SI
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

01120SI

1120 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Ocean Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean Park Apartments

2427 W 4th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1412 W. 17th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1412 W. 17th St

1412 17th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1417 11th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1417 11th St

1417 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1111 Berkeley St
Studio Apartments

1111 Berkeley St

1111 Berkeley StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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833 11th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

833 11th St

833 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1517 18th Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1517 18th Street

1517 18th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1243 12th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1243 12th St

1243 12th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Olympic Studios
Studio Apartments

Olympic Studios

2029 Olympic BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1102 11th St
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

1102 11th St

1102 11th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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928-934 12th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

928-934 12th St

928-934 12th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Lincoln SM
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln SM

829-829 Broadway StSanta Monica, CA 90401

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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1420-1426 1/2 Maple St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1420-1426 1/2 Maple St

1420-1426 1/2 Maple StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1025 19th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1025 19th St

1025 19th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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2302 32nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2302 32nd St

2302 32nd StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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838 7th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

838 7th St

838 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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937 6th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

937 6th St

937 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1001 19th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1001 19th St

1001 19th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1218 6th St
Studio Apartments

1218 6th St

1218 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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2535 Kansas Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2535 Kansas Ave

2535 Kansas AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1307 15th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1307 15th St

1307 15th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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The Sovereign
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Sovereign

205 Washington AveSanta Monica, CA 90403
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in Los Angeles, CA | Find Los Angeles Off-Campus Student Housing at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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Santa Monica, CA
Population: 91,411

Ranked #361

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Monica

How much are Studio apartments in Santa Monica?

There are currently 3,151 Studio Apartments in Santa Monica with rent ranges from $1,150 to $4,880 with an average price of $2,597.

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 $1,300 to $6,945 with an average monthly rent of $3,220.

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 $2,350 to $18,910. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,409.

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 $1,600 to $32,000 - averaging $5,631 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.