Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (10 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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Sway
Rent Specials
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1 Month Free Up to 4 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
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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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2 Months Free 8 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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Criterion Promenade
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2 Months Free ???? TWO MONTH FREE Rent Special – Limited Time Only! ???? Don’t miss this incredible opportunity! For a short period only, we
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Criterion Promenade

302 Arizona AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Gibson Santa Monica
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Specials Offering up to 2 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: 06-01-2025

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!

Criterion Promenade

???? TWO MONTH FREE Rent Special – Limited Time Only! ???? Don’t miss this incredible opportunity! For a short period only, we’re offering TWO MONTHS FREE RENT on select apartments.Expires 06-01-2025

Chelsea Santa Monica

8 weeks free. * *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please reach out to the Leasing Team for more details.Expires 06-01-2025

Junction Santa Monica

Up To 6 Weeks Free Rent On Select Units! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 06-01-2025

Avalon Santa Monica on Main

* Start your lease by 5/31 for 1 month free! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 06-01-2025

Mayfair Residences at Santa Monica Beach

For a limited time, get 1 MONTH FREE on select units!Expires 06-01-2025

Gibson Santa Monica

Offering up to 2 weeks FREE on select apartment homes + $500 Look & Lease Special! Call for details *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 06-01-2025

Sway

Up to 4 Weeks Free on select units!* *Restrictions apply. Please contact Leasing Office for details.Expires 06-01-2025

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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 Criterion Promenade listed at $2,195.

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 $3,985.

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 1,382 square feet unit starting from $3,006 at Sway.

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 496 sq ft.

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