229 Bicknell Ave
Santa MonicaCA90405
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1543 11th St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,216 | $4,150 | $8,000 |
| Downtown Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $29,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $22,665 | $5,495 | $10,000+ |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Monica, CA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Santa Monica area is the $3.16 price per square foot 1536 11th St Model at 1536 11th St, Unit 1536 in the in the Pico neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value Downtown Santa Monica apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath Penthouse Model at Riva starting at $4,911 with a $4.39 price per square foot in the Wilshire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Santa Monica apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1536 11th St, Unit 1536 | 1536 11th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Riva | 2 Bed/2 Bath Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $4.39 |
| 1534 11th St, Unit 1 | 1534 11th St | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| 1857 7th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 1753 9th St | 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.11 |
| Pacific Luxury Investments, LLC | P | 2BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| 1823 7th St | Model | 2BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| 225 Bay St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.33 |
| 303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| 123 California Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Santa Monica
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Santa Monica?
There are currently 296 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Monica, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $32,000. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Santa Monica ranging from $2,350 to $45,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Santa Monica?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Santa Monica ranges from $2,350 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $12,925.
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