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2002 4th St
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Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA Local Guide
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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 | $5,663 | $4,050 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,531 | $9,595 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $24,165 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Monica Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Santa Monica area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 123 California Ave priced from $2,198. 1517 11th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown Santa Monica apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 123 California Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,198 |
| 1517 11th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| The Purser | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
| Lugano Apartments PR III LLC | Lugano Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,359 |
| Gibson Santa Monica | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,397 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Monica, CA
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Santa Monica area is the $4.26 price per square foot 2102 Neilson Way Model at 2102 Neilson Way, Unit none in the in the Ocean Park neighborhood starting from $7,250. The second greatest value Downtown Santa Monica apartment is the 3+1.5 Model at Casa Grande Apartments starting at $4,500 with a $3.75 price per square foot in the Pico 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2102 Neilson Way, Unit none | 2102 Neilson Way | 2BR,2.5BA | $4.26 |
| Casa Grande Apartments | 3+1.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.75 |
| 2002 4th St, Unit 208 | 2002 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 231 California Ave, Unit 1056 | 231 California Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.31 |
| Riva | 1 Bed/1 Bath Loft | 1BR,1BA | $4.20 |
| 1823 7th St | Model | 2BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Bay on 6th | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| 1523 11th St | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath Unit I | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| 1517 11th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| 325 Bay St. | 121 | 1BR,1BA | $4.40 |
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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 292 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Monica, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,850 to $30,000. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Santa Monica ranging from $1,600 to $48,500.
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 $1,600 to $48,500 with an average monthly rent of $9,624.
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