
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (106 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Downtown Santa Monica area of Santa Monica with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Junction Santa Monica

Sway

700 Broadway

Catherine Santa Monica

Residences on Third Street Promenade

Pacific Plaza

The Stanley on Ocean Way

Ocean Condos

1550 Lincoln Boulevard Santa Monica, CA 90401
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Chelsea Santa Monica

Arrive Seaside I & II

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Avalon Santa Monica on Main

Mayfair Residences at Santa Monica Beach

Criterion Promenade
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Breeze Suites Moderne

525 | SMB

Gibson Santa Monica

231 California Ave, Unit 1056
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204 Washington Ave

204 Washington Ave

230 Bicknell Ave

1125 3rd St

1852 9th St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $3,259 | $1,850 | $5,080 |
| Downtown Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,766 | $2,100 | $6,945 |
| Downtown Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,410 | $2,848 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,044 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 106 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA.
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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 Downtown Santa Monica
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Santa Monica?
There are currently 205 Studio Apartments in Downtown Santa Monica with rent ranges from $1,850 to $5,080 with an average price of $3,259.
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 $2,100 to $6,945 with an average monthly rent of $3,766.
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 $2,848 to $17,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,410.
How expensive are Downtown Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 43 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Santa Monica on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $5,000 to $30,000 - averaging $8,044 for the location.
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