
Homes for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (802 Rentals)


2035 4th St, Unit 303C, Unit 303C

1755 Ocean, Unit #204, Unit #204

1020 19th St, Unit 5, Unit 5

2002 4th St, Unit 000, Unit 000

1234 12th St, Unit 5, Unit 5

1102 Centinela Ave

2023 Cloverfield Blvd, Unit F, Unit F

1518 Yale St, Unit 1, Unit 1

1517 Harvard St, Unit 3, Unit 3
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1418 Stanford St, Unit 4, Unit 4

1130 9th St, Unit 3, Unit 3

1008 6th St, Unit F, Unit F

2901 Virginia Ave, Unit B, Unit B

1748 17th St

511 San Vicente Blvd, Unit 101, Unit 101

1125 Pico Blvd, Unit 2, Unit 2

1234 Franklin St, Unit Frnt, Unit Frnt

1236 Franklin St

1255 10th St, Unit 106, Unit 106
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2721 2nd St, Unit #220, Unit #220

2912 11th St, Unit 3, Unit 3

844 7th St, Unit 3, Unit 3

140 Hart Ave

2504 23rd St, Unit #B UnFurnished, Unit #B UnFurnished

2504 23rd St, Unit #A UNFURNISHED, Unit #A UNFURNISHED

201 Ocean Ave, Unit 1903b, Unit 1903b

1937 Euclid St, Unit 105, Unit 105

2640 Lincoln Blvd, Unit Live-work-Loft Style 1 Bd, Unit Live-work-Loft Style 1 Bd

201 Ocean Ave, Unit 602B, Unit 602B
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516 San Vicente Blvd, Unit # 208, Unit # 208

1232 Stanford St, Unit 4, Unit 4

1328 9th St

1622 Franklin St

2309 5th St, Unit 2309 5th St #3, Unit 2309 5th St #3

1823 11th St, Unit #5, Unit #5

2021 California Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

922 16th St, Unit 922 16th St. Unit 3, Unit 922 16th St. Unit 3

2020 Delaware Ave, Unit 5, Unit 5

900 Euclid St, Unit 210, Unit 210
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1128 11th St, Unit 105, Unit 105

1928 18th St, Unit A, Unit A

824 16th St

1044 10th St

2323 28th St, Unit 7, Unit 7

801 Ocean Ave, Unit 205, Unit 205

101 California Ave, Unit 202, Unit 202

933 15th Street, Unit A, Unit A

1128 22nd St

535 Ocean Ave, Unit 1A, Unit 1A
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,737 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,803 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,160 | $4,700 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $28,896 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $46,431 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $49,908 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Santa Monica, CAPopulation: 91,411
Ranked #361
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Monica
What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Monica?
There are currently 6201 Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,190 to $32,000. There are also 802 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Monica ranging from $850 to $100,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Monica?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Monica ranges from $850 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $26,413.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Monica?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Monica range from $1,450 to $32,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $38,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,240.
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