Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (12 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Santa Monica area of Santa Monica with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Junction Santa Monica
Rent Specials
$2,595 - $4,475Special Offer
1 Month Free Now offering up to 6-weeks free on base rent on select units. *Restrictions May Apply
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Junction Santa Monica

1641 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Sway
Rent Specials
$2,908 - $9,601Special Offer
1 Month Free Up to 6 Weeks Free on select units!* *Restrictions apply. Please contact Leasing Office for details.
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Sway

525 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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Ocean Condos
Rent Specials
$4,800 - $5,000Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free on a 12 month lease as well as Look and Lease Specials for shorter stays! Call for details!
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Ocean Condos

2101 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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Chelsea Santa Monica
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$3,795Special Offer
1 Month Free 6 weeks free!* *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please reach out to the Leasing Team for more details.
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Chelsea Santa Monica

1318 2nd StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Arrive Seaside I & II
Rent Specials
$3,584 - $4,883Special Offer
Specials Enjoy two months of FREE rent when you make Arrive Seaside your new home! Offer valid on 12-15 month lease terms. Please see a Leas
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Arrive Seaside I & II

1548 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Criterion Promenade
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$2,825 - $3,200Special Offer
1 Month Free ???? ONE MONTH FREE Rent Special Limited Time Only! ???? Dont miss this incredible opportunity! For a short period only, were o
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Criterion Promenade

302 Arizona AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Gibson Santa Monica
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$2,354 - $5,948Special Offer
1 Month Free Offering up to 6 weeks FREE on select apartment homes + $500 Look & Lease Special! Call for details *Restrictions May Apply
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Gibson Santa Monica

1317 7Th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA Local Guide

Top Santa Monica Apartments in the Downtown Santa Monica Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 11-19-2025

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Santa Monica, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Arrive Seaside I & II

Enjoy two months of FREE rent when you make Arrive Seaside your new home! Offer valid on 12-15 month lease terms. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictionsExpires 11-20-2025

Chelsea Santa Monica

6 weeks free!* *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please reach out to the Leasing Team for more details.Expires 11-20-2025

Catherine Santa Monica

Receive Up To 6 Weeks Free On Base Rent On Select Units! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 11-20-2025

Junction Santa Monica

Now offering up to 6-weeks free on base rent on select units. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 11-20-2025

Seventh West Apartments

2 Months Free on 12 Month Lease on Select Units!Expires 11-20-2025

Avalon Santa Monica on Main

* Start your lease by 12/6 for 1.5 months free! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 11-20-2025

Mayfair Residences at Santa Monica Beach

For a limited time, get 1 MONTH FREE on select units!Expires 11-20-2025

Gibson Santa Monica

Offering up to 6 weeks FREE on select apartment homes + $500 Look & Lease Special! Call for details *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 11-20-2025

Sway

Up to 6 Weeks Free on select units!* *Restrictions apply. Please contact Leasing Office for details.Expires 11-20-2025

Criterion Promenade

???? ONE MONTH FREE Rent Special Limited Time Only! ???? Dont miss this incredible opportunity! For a short period only, were offering ONE MONTH FREE RENT on select apartments.Expires 11-20-2025

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Santa Monica, CA

Specials updated: 11-19-2025

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Santa Monica, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Avalon Santa Monica on Main

* Start your lease by 12/6 for 1.5 months free! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 11-20-2025

Mayfair Residences at Santa Monica Beach

For a limited time, get 1 MONTH FREE on select units!Expires 11-20-2025

Gibson Santa Monica

Offering up to 6 weeks FREE on select apartment homes + $500 Look & Lease Special! Call for details *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 11-20-2025

Sway

Up to 6 Weeks Free on select units!* *Restrictions apply. Please contact Leasing Office for details.Expires 11-20-2025

Criterion Promenade

???? ONE MONTH FREE Rent Special Limited Time Only! ???? Dont miss this incredible opportunity! For a short period only, were offering ONE MONTH FREE RENT on select apartments.Expires 11-20-2025

Arrive Seaside I & II

Enjoy two months of FREE rent when you make Arrive Seaside your new home! Offer valid on 12-15 month lease terms. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictionsExpires 11-20-2025

Chelsea Santa Monica

6 weeks free!* *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please reach out to the Leasing Team for more details.Expires 11-20-2025

Catherine Santa Monica

Receive Up To 6 Weeks Free On Base Rent On Select Units! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 11-20-2025

Junction Santa Monica

Now offering up to 6-weeks free on base rent on select units. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 11-20-2025

Seventh West Apartments

2 Months Free on 12 Month Lease on Select Units!Expires 11-20-2025

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA

Ranked #4

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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 Rent Specials Downtown Santa Monica Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Santa Monica?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Santa Monica is at Gibson Santa Monica listed at $2,354.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Santa Monica Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Santa Monica is $4,235.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Santa Monica Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Monica is a 1,415 square feet unit starting from $2,633 at Catherine Santa Monica.

What is the average size for Downtown Santa Monica Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Santa Monica is currently at 578 sq ft.

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