
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (174 Rentals)


Junction Santa Monica

1550 Lincoln

Sway

Catherine Santa Monica

Residences on Third Street Promenade

The Stanley on Ocean Way

Chelsea Santa Monica
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Arrive Seaside I & II

300 California Ave, North of Wilshire

Silvercrest Senior Residence

Seventh West Apartments

Avalon Santa Monica on Main

Criterion Promenade

525 | SMB

Gibson Santa Monica

Mayfair Residences at Santa Monica Beach
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1523 11th St

419 Pacific St, Unit 419
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204 Washington Ave

204 Washington Ave

402 Pacific St
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1125 3rd St

1852 9th St

1649 Appian Way
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Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Santa Monica?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $3,361 | $2,325 | $4,890 |
Downtown Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,835 | $2,100 | $5,680 |
Downtown Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,447 | $2,940 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,883 | $4,250 | $7,512 |
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There are currently 174 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA.
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Largest Available Downtown Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Santa Monica area of Los Angeles, CA is found at Avalon Santa Monica on Main and is listed at 975 square feet priced from $4,874. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Avalon Santa Monica on Main | A12-975 | 975 Sq Ft | $4,874 |
Sway | B1.3 | 949 Sq Ft | $5,591 |
The Stanley on Ocean Way | 1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhouse | 900 Sq Ft | $4,295 |
Mayfair Residences at Santa Monica Beach | Plan M | 899 Sq Ft | $4,095 |
The Park Santa Monica | A12 | 872 Sq Ft | $6,008 |
Living at Santa Monica | One Bedroom PLUS Loft | 849 Sq Ft | $4,300 |
Arrive Seaside II | Seaside II - AD1 | 835 Sq Ft | $3,500 |
Arrive Seaside I & II | Seaside II - AD1 | 835 Sq Ft | $3,500 |
525 | SMB | 1 bed 1 bath | 827 Sq Ft | $3,300 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Santa Monica of Los Angeles, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $2,250 at 1517 11th St. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Santa Monica is currently $3,835. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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1517 11th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,250 |
325 Bay St. | 1 Bed/1Ba | $2,400 |
1523 11th St | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | $2,500 |
300 California Ave, North of Wilshire | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,750 |
Bay on 6th | One Bedroom A | $2,799 |
Criterion Promenade | One Bedroom A | $2,825 |
The Stanley on Ocean Way | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath A | $2,895 |
PR SM Livorno LLC | Livorno 1x1 E | $2,896 |
Junction Santa Monica | 1 Bed/1 Bath-1F | $2,975 |
Seventh West Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $2,995 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA
Ranked #4
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood in Santa Monica, CA
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
87 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
77 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 1 Bedroom Downtown Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Santa Monica with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Santa Monica is at 1517 11th St listed at $2,250.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Monica is $3,835.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Monica is a 975 square feet unit starting from $4,874 at Avalon Santa Monica on Main.
What is the average size for Downtown Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Santa Monica is currently 776 sq ft.
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