
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (60 Rentals)


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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 |
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Downtown Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $3,122 | $2,195 | $3,967 |
Downtown Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,047 | $2,100 | $6,071 |
Downtown Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,412 | $2,895 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,999 | $4,150 | $7,049 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA.
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Largest Available Downtown Santa Monica Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown Santa Monica area of Los Angeles, CA is found at Sway and is listed at 625 square feet priced from $3,796. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Sway | E1.1 | 625 Sq Ft | $3,796 |
The Park Santa Monica | S1 | 590 Sq Ft | $3,771 |
Sea Castle | S3 | 564 Sq Ft | $2,710 |
Chelsea Santa Monica | J | 528 Sq Ft | $3,750 |
Catherine Santa Monica | Studio-A3 | 501 Sq Ft | $3,070 |
Junction Santa Monica | Studio-1G-2 | 498 Sq Ft | $2,899 |
Bay on 6th | Studio | 460 Sq Ft | $2,389 |
Pacific Plaza | Model B | 455 Sq Ft | $2,925 |
Breeze Suites Moderne | Furnished Studio Apt. with Balcony | 400 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
Living at Santa Monica | Studio | 350 Sq Ft | $2,542 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Monica Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Santa Monica of Los Angeles, CA is the Studio A Model starting from $2,195 at Criterion Promenade. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Santa Monica is currently $3,122. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Criterion Promenade | Studio A | $2,195 |
Bay on 6th | Studio | $2,389 |
Living at Santa Monica | Studio | $2,542 |
Breeze Suites Moderne | Furnished Standard Apartment | $2,700 |
Sea Castle | S3 | $2,710 |
The Coastal Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | $2,725 |
1901 6th St. | Apartment | $2,795 |
Gibson Santa Monica | S3 | $2,799 |
Chelsea Santa Monica | L | $2,895 |
Junction Santa Monica | Studio-1G-2 | $2,899 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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
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 Studio Downtown Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Santa Monica with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown Santa Monica is at Criterion Promenade listed at $2,195.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Santa Monica is $3,122.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Monica is a 625 square feet unit starting from $3,796 at Sway.
What is the average size for Downtown Santa Monica Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown Santa Monica is currently 1,220 sq ft.
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