
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (321 Rentals) Page 2 of 7


1705-1725 Ocean Ave

25 Arcadia Ter

1705 Ocean Ave

1351 Palisades Beach Rd

1347 Palisades Beach Rd

1755 Ocean Ave

11 Marine Terrace

1341 Palisades Beach Rd

1255 Palisades Beach Rd
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1916 3rd St

1513 9th St

2002 4th St

2045 4th St

424 Pacific St

1543 11th St

1544 12th St

2311 4th St

1762 9th St

2309 5th St

The Waverly

The Seychelle

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512 Bay St

Pacific Bay Towers

125 Pacific St

Santa Monica Bay Towers

26-30 Seaside Ter

35 Arcadia Ter

1430 SM (Closed)

The Ocean View Apartments

331 Santa Monica Blvd

1714 5th St

1401 Palisades Beach Rd

1518 7th St

1544 7th St

1448 7th St

Marine Terrace Apartments

41 Seaview Ter

1437 7th St

6 Seaview Ter

1319 Ocean Front

234 Pico Blvd

1528 9th St

215 Bay St

1915 4th St

231 Bay St

1432 9th St

1428 9th St

1805 7th St
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+ |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $11,912 | $7,150 | $10,000+ |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $20,454 | $5,400 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $40,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Santa Monica
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Santa Monica area of Santa Monica, CA?
As of today, September 06, 2026, there are currently 321 available Downtown Santa Monica apartments priced from $1,695 to $24,000, with an average monthly rent of $4,499.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Santa Monica?
There are currently 160 Studio Apartments in Downtown Santa Monica with rent ranges from $1,695 to $4,395 with an average price of $3,094.
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 $3,636.
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 $2,995 to $17,510. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,448.
How expensive are Downtown Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 38 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Santa Monica on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $5,291 to $24,000 - averaging $7,223 for the location.
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