Gated Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA Under $2,600 (116 Rentals)

17th Street Villas

Bixby

Catherine Santa Monica

Junction Santa Monica
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1217 9th St

Santa Monica Palms

808 6th St

Santa Monica Biltmore

2001 - 2029 Olympic

2418 32nd St, Unit Guest House

1434 Santa Monica Blvd

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Chateau Barry Apartments

4041 S Centinela Ave

Meridian Apartments

Archer

Marina Tower

Park Rochester Apartments

The Superior at Venice
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West Park Village

The Pearl Mar Vista

3922 Tivoli Ave, Unit Home O’Neill

10905 Ohio Ave

Purdue Terrace Apartments

Sunset Barrington Gardens

1400 Kelton Ave

The SW by CLG

Barringway Place
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The Brentana

301A Broadway Street, Unit Studio + small bonus room

2820 Sawtelle Blvd

11301 Gladwin St, Unit 11301

Windward Village Apartments

Roberts Rochester

11730 Sunset Blvd

Lido Apartments - 11221 Richland Ave

4136 Grandview
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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 | $2,705 | $1,298 | $7,075 |
Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,377 | $1,392 | $8,491 |
Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,511 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,110 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,785 | $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 Gated Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Santa Monica?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Santa Monica is at Comma Barrington listed at $1,260.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Santa Monica is $3,529.
What is the largest Gated Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 2,490 square feet unit starting from $2,595 at Chateau Barry Apartments.
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 753 sq ft.
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