
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (160 Rentals)


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The Santa Monica Collection - 501 Broadway

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Junction Santa Monica

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Sway

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The Santa Monica Collection - 1430 Lincoln

The Santa Monica Collection - 1650 Lincoln

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Catherine Santa Monica

Pacific Plaza

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Gibson Santa Monica

Mayfair Residences

The Coastal Apartments

Criterion Promenade

Breeze Suites Moderne

1517 11th St

125 Pacific St

The Waverly

Pacific Bay Towers
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1820 9th St

2407 4th St

1432 9th St

130 Washington Ave

1528 9th St

2207 6th St

1746 9th St

217-219 Strand St

638 Grant St

1819 9th St
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234 Pico Blvd

1843 9th St

1319 Ocean Front

1851 7th St

1437 7th St

1809 7th St

1714 5th St

The Ocean View Apartments

6 Seaview Ter

1401 Palisades Beach Rd
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Marine Terrace Apartments

1833 7th St

1817 7th St

26-30 Seaside Ter

215 Bay St

1808 10th St

1528 11th St

2215 6th St

1738 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 | $3,405 | $1,800 | $5,395 |
| Downtown Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,701 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,297 | $2,895 | $9,800 |
| Downtown Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,627 | $5,545 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 160 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 Mayfair Residences and is listed at 1,304 square feet priced from $4,595. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfair Residences | Studio, 1 Bathroom | 1,304 Sq Ft | $4,595 |
| Gibson Santa Monica | LWL1 | 638 Sq Ft | $4,044 |
| Sway | E2.7 | 618 Sq Ft | $4,425 |
| The Park Santa Monica | S1 | 591 Sq Ft | $3,923 |
| 700 Broadway | Studio / 1 Bathroom | 519 Sq Ft | $5,395 |
| Junction Santa Monica | Studio-1G-2 | 498 Sq Ft | $2,906 |
| Santa Monica Mariner Village | Studio | 497 Sq Ft | $2,825 |
| Pacific Plaza | Model C | 475 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
| PR SM Positano LLC | Positano Studio | 473 Sq Ft | $3,222 |
| Living at Santa Monica | Studio | 413 Sq Ft | $3,231 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Monica Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Santa Monica of Los Angeles, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,800 at 1517 11th St. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Santa Monica is currently $3,405. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1517 11th St | Studio | $1,800 |
| Criterion Promenade | Studio A | $2,095 |
| Bay on 6th | Studio | $2,099 |
| 1537 7th | Studio | $2,427 |
| Seventh West Apartments | Studio | $2,595 |
| Pacific Plaza | Model C | $2,650 |
| The Santa Monica Collection - 1430 Lincoln | LS.6 - Studio | $2,727 |
| Gibson Santa Monica | S3 | $2,789 |
| Breeze Suites Moderne | Furnished Standard Apartment | $2,800 |
| Santa Monica Mariner Village | Studio | $2,825 |
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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 1517 11th St listed at $1,800.
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 $3,405.
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 1,304 square feet unit starting from $4,595 at Mayfair Residences.
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 507 sq ft.
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