
Homes for Rent by Owner in Santa Monica, CA (43 Rentals)


1823 12th St

922 Stanford St

1916 3rd St, Unit 1916 3rd Street

1311 Marine St

2325 Kansas Ave, Unit 16

1419 15th St, Unit 1419 15th St #1

229 Bicknell Ave, Unit 205
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3101 3rd St, Unit 1

927 20th St, Unit D

423 Pier Ave, Unit Condo-6

1236 Franklin St

2334 Virginia Ave

2102 6th St, Unit 1

1532 Berkeley St, Unit 1

461 Washington Blvd
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809 Warren Ave

954 Sunset Ave

1440 Veteran Ave, Unit 509

807 Warren Ave

4265 Marina City Dr, Unit 907

100 Driftwood St, Unit 1

4215 Glencoe Ave, Unit 213

13360 Maxella Ave
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539 Brooks Ave

118 Breeze Ave

12531 Caswell Ave

809 Warren Ave

12621 Victoria Ave

4079 Alla Rd

1300 Midvale Ave, Unit 309

12018 Rhode Island Ave
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3935 Inglewood Blvd

1316 Amherst Ave, Unit 201

809 Warren Ave

1440 Veteran Ave, Unit 319

11952 Montana Ave, Unit 303

3932 Walgrove Ave

171 N Church Ln, Unit PH 10

11364 Homedale St
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2848 Westwood Blvd

3283 Kelton Ave

3003 Ocean Front Walk, Unit 2
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 | $6,412 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,279 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $19,599 | $6,600 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $25,350 | $9,500 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $46,206 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Monica 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $44,389 | $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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What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Monica?
There are currently 6249 Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA with pricing that ranges from $775 to $24,000. There are also 627 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Monica ranging from $1,200 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 $1,200 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,918.
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 $24,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $50,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $999.
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