
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (164 Rentals)


Junction Santa Monica

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Arrive Seaside I & II

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Breeze Suites Moderne

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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 | $3,361 | $2,325 | $4,890 |
Downtown Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,835 | $2,100 | $5,680 |
Downtown Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,447 | $2,940 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,883 | $4,250 | $7,512 |
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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 Arrive Seaside II and is listed at 913 square feet priced from $4,890. 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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Arrive Seaside II | Seaside II - B8 Loft | 913 Sq Ft | $4,890 |
Arrive Seaside I & II | Seaside II - B8 Loft | 913 Sq Ft | $4,890 |
Sway | E2.7 | 618 Sq Ft | $3,568 |
The Park Santa Monica | S1 | 574 Sq Ft | $3,870 |
Catherine Santa Monica | Studio-C1 | 526 Sq Ft | $3,140 |
Lugano Apartments PR III LLC | Lugano Studio | 488 Sq Ft | $2,840 |
Pacific Plaza | Model C | 475 Sq Ft | $3,195 |
Junction Santa Monica | 1 Bed/1 Bath-1A/1B | 471 Sq Ft | $2,842 |
PR SM Biella LLC | Biella Studio | 439 Sq Ft | $3,324 |
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 Model starting from $1,825 at 1117 3rd St. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Santa Monica is currently $3,361. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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1117 3rd St | Studio | $1,825 |
Lugano Apartments PR III LLC | Lugano Studio | $2,288 |
The Purser | 0BR/1.0BA | $2,325 |
Living at Santa Monica | Studio | $2,542 |
1537 7th | Studio | $2,650 |
Breeze Suites Moderne | Furnished Standard Apartment | $2,700 |
1901 6th St. | Apartment | $2,795 |
Pacific Plaza | Model B | $2,800 |
Junction Santa Monica | 1 Bed/1 Bath-1A/1B | $2,842 |
The Coastal Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | $2,850 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA
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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 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 1117 3rd St listed at $1,825.
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 $3,361.
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 913 square feet unit starting from $4,890 at Arrive Seaside II.
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 567 sq ft.
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