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11649 Mayfield Ave
Los AngelesCA90049
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12017 Washington PlLos Angeles, CA 90066
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40 Brooks Ave
VeniceCA90291
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Los AngelesCA90049
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Santa MonicaCA90404
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Santa Monica, CA Local Guide
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 | $5,617 | $2,575 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,847 | $3,020 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,949 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $29,287 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $48,311 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $43,166 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Monica, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/24/2026Current apartment rentals in the Santa Monica, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Monica Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilshire Montana | $6,430 | $1,695 | 425 |
Cheapest Available Santa Monica Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Monica, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 2122 Ocean Park Blvd in the Pico neighborhood priced from $1,150. 101 Dudley Ave in the Ocean Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,298. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Monica apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2122 Ocean Park Blvd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 101 Dudley Ave | JUNIOR STUDIO | Studio, | $1,298 |
| Matteson by Category | Private Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-E | 1BR,1BA | $1,361 |
| 1515 Colby Ave | Unit 103 | 4BR,3BA | $1,392 |
| Porter Mar Vista - Co-Living | 4 Bedroom Southwest | 4BR,3BA | $1,487 |
| 30 Dudley Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,498 |
| 1775 Beloit Ave | # 02A | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 33 Brooks Ave | North | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| 4061 McLaughlin Avenue | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Monica area is the $0.76 price per square foot 1909 Ocean Front Walk Model at 1909 Ocean Front Walk in the in the Venice Beach neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Santa Monica apartment is the 2+2.5 Model at 11263 Mississippi Ave starting at $3,595 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Sawtelle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Monica apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 Ocean Front Walk | 1909 Ocean Front Walk | 4BR,4BA | $0.76 |
| 11263 Mississippi Ave | 2+2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| Matteson by Category | Private Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-D | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 1539 Beloit Ave | Unit 311 | 4BR,3BA | $1.32 |
| 4253 S Centinela Ave | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 11260 Westminster Ave | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| 1815 Greenfield Ave | 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Porter Mar Vista - Co-Living | 3 Bedroom South | 3BR,3BA | $1.82 |
| Comma Barrington Co-Living | Co-Living | Freeway | 4 BR, 2 BA | 4BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 2122 Ocean Park Blvd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Monica?
There are currently 6222 Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $32,000. There are also 744 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Monica ranging from $770 to $98,500.
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 $770 to $98,500 with an average monthly rent of $26,452.
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 $1,224 to $32,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,020 to $38,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,250.
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