
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (104 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Downtown Santa Monica area of Santa Monica with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Junction Santa Monica

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Sway

700 Broadway

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Catherine Santa Monica

1550 Lincoln Boulevard Santa Monica, CA 90401

Residences on Third Street Promenade

Pacific Plaza

1438 10th St
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Chelsea Santa Monica

Arrive Seaside I & II

300 California Ave

Riva

Gibson Santa Monica

Mayfair Residences

The Coastal Apartments

1823 7th St

Criterion Promenade
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The Purser

1523 11th St

Avalon Santa Monica on Main

Breeze Suites Moderne

Pacific Luxury Investments, LLC

The Stanley on Ocean Way

1212 5th St

1828 10th St

1221 Ocean Avenue

1930 Ocean Ave
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1517 11th St

2312 3rd St, Unit A

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1543 11th St, Unit D

300 Bay Street, Unit 14

237 Pacific St, Unit B

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202 Bicknell Ave, Unit 8

2321 2nd St, Unit #2

1433 9th St

1434 10th St

1410 5th St
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204 Washington Ave

1920 6th St

204 Washington Ave

1420 5th St

710 Bay St

1125 3rd St

1762 9th St

2309 5th St & 2310 6th St Apartments

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512 Bay St
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $3,393 | $1,591 | $4,880 |
| Downtown Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,965 | $1,500 | $6,945 |
| Downtown Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,404 | $2,895 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,226 | $4,595 | $10,000+ |
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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
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Santa Monica
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Santa Monica?
There are currently 207 Studio Apartments in Downtown Santa Monica with rent ranges from $1,591 to $4,880 with an average price of $3,393.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Santa Monica Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Santa Monica ranges from $1,500 to $6,945 with an average monthly rent of $3,965.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Monica cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Santa Monica range from $2,895 to $18,510. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,404.
How expensive are Downtown Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 49 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Santa Monica on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,595 to $28,000 - averaging $7,226 for the location.
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