
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA Under $2,700 (61 Rentals)
Rental terms in Santa Monica as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


1920 6th St

Living at Santa Monica

Lido Apartments - 1532 Brockton Ave
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Cypress Co-Living

Marina Tower

The Pearl Mar Vista

11730 Sunset Blvd

Casa Bela Apartments

Vista Apartments

Westwood Villa

The Westerly on Lincoln

Boardwalk Flats - Ocean Front Studios

1223 Federal Ave, Unit FL2-ID290
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Westside Terrace Apartments

G8 by CLG

Acacia

C1 by CLG ( + Coliving)

Matteson by Category

MySuite at Cara Co-Living

Comma Barrington

101 Dudley Ave

Haven Coliving - Penmar
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11701 Gateway Blvd

1009 Elkgrove Ave

12035 Wilshire Blvd

1561 S Barrington Ave

13603 Marina Pointe Dr

4210 Del Rey Ave

11811 Washington Pl

3640 S Sepulveda Blvd
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11611 Chenault St

3640 S Sepulveda Blvd

4140 Grand View Blvd

11645 Gorham Ave

4136 Grand View Blvd

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 | $2,640 | $1,250 | $5,082 |
| Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,361 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,278 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,442 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,436 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,840 | $1,392 | $2,174 |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
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How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Best Local Schools in Santa Monica, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Monica High
Lincoln Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Santa Monica?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Santa Monica is at Comma Barrington listed at $1,350.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Santa Monica is $3,247.
What is the largest Short-term Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 1,690 square feet unit starting from $2,999 at Tierra del Rey.
What is the average size for Santa Monica Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Santa Monica is currently at 553 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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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