
Gated Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA Under $2,700 (134 Rentals)


Ocean Park Boulevard

Ocean Condos

The Stanford West

Criterion Promenade
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Gibson Santa Monica

1434 Santa Monica Blvd

1042-1048 17th St
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345 Amalfi Dr, Unit Studio

1842 22nd St, Unit 1

1714 Montana Ave, Unit A

1458 Lincoln Blvd, Unit 6
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G8 by CLG

2820 Sawtelle Blvd

C1 by CLG ( + Coliving)

Green Park

The Westerly on Lincoln

BARRINGTON ROW

Barringway Place

Haven Apartments

1945 Glendon Avenue
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Casa Granada

Arrive West LA

1539 Beloit Ave

4136 Grandview

Luxe Villas

3700 Sepulveda Apartments

Rochester Parkside

1515 Colby Ave

Boardwalk Flats - Ocean Front Studios

Third Avenue Apartments
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 | $2,638 | $1,295 | $6,994 |
Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,394 | $1,200 | $8,491 |
Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,515 | $2,050 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,347 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,296 | $1,240 | $10,000+ |
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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 1515 Colby Ave listed at $1,240.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Santa Monica is $3,562.
What is the largest Gated Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 2,550 square feet unit starting from $14,500 at 2216 Main St, Unit TH.
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 738 sq ft.
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