Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (95 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Santa Monica area of Santa Monica with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

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$2,908 - $9,601Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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525 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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The Waverly
Studio Apartments

The Waverly

1705 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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The Seychelle
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Seychelle

1755 OceanSanta Monica, CA 90401
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512 Bay St
2 Bedroom Apartments

512 Bay St

512 Bay StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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35 Arcadia Ter
1 Bedroom Apartments

35 Arcadia Ter

35 Arcadia TerSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1430 SM (Closed)
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1430 SM (Closed)

1430 5th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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501 Broadway
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

501 Broadway

501 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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331 Santa Monica Blvd
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

331 Santa Monica Blvd

331 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1401 Palisades Beach Rd
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1401 Palisades Beach Rd

1401 Palisades Beach RdSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1544 7th St
Studio Apartments

1544 7th St

1544 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1437 7th St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1437 7th St

1437 7th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1650 Lincoln
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1650 Lincoln

1650 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1915 4th St
Studio Apartments

1915 4th St

1915 4th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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231 Bay St
Studio Apartments

231 Bay St

231 Bay StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1428 9th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1428 9th St

1428 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1513 9th St
Studio Apartments

1513 9th St

1513 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1527 9th St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1527 9th St

1527 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1738 9th St
Studio Apartments

1738 9th St

1738 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1746 9th St
Studio Apartments

1746 9th St

1746 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2019 3rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2019 3rd St

2019 3rd StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1814 9th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1814 9th St

1814 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1820 9th St
Studio Apartments

1820 9th St

1820 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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126 Bicknell Ave
Studio Apartments

126 Bicknell Ave

126 Bicknell AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2031 5th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2031 5th St

2031 5th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1838 9th St
Studio Apartments

1838 9th St

1838 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1807 9th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1807 9th St

1807 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Los Angeles's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA

Ranked #4

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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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 Downtown Santa Monica

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Santa Monica?

There are currently 205 Studio Apartments in Downtown Santa Monica with rent ranges from $2,198 to $5,080 with an average price of $5,119.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Santa Monica Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Santa Monica ranges from $2,100 to $6,945 with an average monthly rent of $3,766.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Monica cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Santa Monica range from $2,848 to $17,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,410.

How expensive are Downtown Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 43 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Santa Monica on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $5,000 to $30,000 - averaging $8,044 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA

Written by: Rachel Presser

Los Angeles is a vast and vibrant city where modernity meets more than a century of fascinating history, in addition to being a global bastion for the entertainment industry and the arts.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.