
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (161 Rentals)


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Living at Santa Monica

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Sway

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Santa Monica Collection - 501 Broadway

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Santa Monica Collection - 1430 Lincoln

Santa Monica Collection - 1650 Lincoln

Pacific Plaza

The Purser

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Gibson Santa Monica

Mayfair Residences
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1422 - 1432 7th

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Catherine Santa Monica

Criterion Promenade

Breeze Suites Moderne

1117 3rd St

1517 11th St

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1443 10th St, Unit B

1916 3rd St, Unit 1916 3rd Street

1044 2nd St

1916 3rd St
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125 Pacific St

The Waverly

Pacific Bay Towers

1820 9th St

643-651 Grant 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

2407 4th St

1432 9th St

130 Washington Ave

1528 9th St

1319 Ocean Front

1851 7th St

1437 7th St

1809 7th St
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1714 5th St

The Ocean View Apartments

6 Seaview Ter

1401 Palisades Beach Rd

1817 7th St

26-30 Seaside Ter

1827-1829 7th St

Marine Terrace Apartments

1833 7th St

215 Bay 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 | $3,094 | $1,695 | $4,395 |
| Downtown Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,636 | $2,100 | $6,945 |
| Downtown Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,448 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,223 | $5,291 | $10,000+ |
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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 $4,395. 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 | $4,395 |
| Gibson Santa Monica | LWL1 | 638 Sq Ft | $3,498 |
| Sway | E2.7 | 618 Sq Ft | $4,112 |
| The Park Santa Monica | S1 | 589 Sq Ft | $3,999 |
| Sea Castle | S3 | 564 Sq Ft | $2,931 |
| Junction Santa Monica | Studio-1G-2 | 498 Sq Ft | $2,899 |
| Santa Monica Mariner Village | Studio | 497 Sq Ft | $2,825 |
| PR SM Positano LLC | Positano Studio | 473 Sq Ft | $3,117 |
| Santa Monica Collection - 501 Broadway | BA1 - Studio | 468 Sq Ft | $3,125 |
| 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 $1,650 at 1537 7th. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Santa Monica is currently $3,094. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1537 7th | Studio | $1,650 |
| 1117 3rd St | Studio | $1,695 |
| 1517 11th St | Studio | $1,800 |
| Criterion Promenade | Studio A | $2,095 |
| Gibson Santa Monica | S3 | $2,698 |
| Santa Monica Collection - 1430 Lincoln | LS.6 - Studio | $2,743 |
| Breeze Suites Moderne | Furnished Standard Apartment | $2,800 |
| Santa Monica Mariner Village | Studio | $2,825 |
| Lugano Apartments PR III LLC | Lugano Studio | $2,830 |
| Junction Santa Monica | Studio-1G-2 | $2,899 |
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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 1537 7th listed at $1,650.
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 $3,094.
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 $4,395 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 400 sq ft.
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