Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA from $1,948 (11 Rentals)

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1857 7th St

Santa MonicaCA90401

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Belmar Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Belmar Apartments

1725 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1518 10th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1518 10th St

1518 10th StSanta Monica, CA 90401

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Ocean Park Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean Park Apartments

2427 W 4th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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Lincoln SM
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln SM

829-829 Broadway StSanta Monica, CA 90401

Los Angeles's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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7th St.-1843
1 Bedroom Apartments

7th St.-1843

1843 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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12TH ST., 1528
1 Bedroom Apartments

12TH ST., 1528

1528 12th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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202 Bicknell Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

202 Bicknell Ave

202 Bicknell AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA Local Guide

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Santa Monica Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Santa Monica?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Santa Monica is at 1015 2nd Street listed at $1,948.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Santa Monica Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Santa Monica Apartment is $1,948 at 1015 2nd Street.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Santa Monica Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Monica is starting from $1,948 at 1015 2nd Street.

What is the most affordable Downtown Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1015 2nd Street and starts from $1,948.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA

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Los Angeles is a vast and vibrant city where modernity meets more than a century of fascinating history, in addition to being a global bastion for the entertainment industry and the arts.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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