
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid City Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA from $1,500 (105 Rentals)
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1233 22nd St, Unit 1233 22nd st Unit b

2001 - 2029 Olympic

1111 12th St

Santa Monica Biltmore

1217 9th St

1418 12th St
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2610-2612 Santa Monica Blvd

1243 26th St

Gibson Santa Monica

2702 Broadway, Unit 2702 Broadway, Apt B

17th Street Santa Monica
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Mid City Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mid City Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid City Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,998 | $1,650 | $5,080 |
| Mid City Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,682 | $2,100 | $6,945 |
| Mid City Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,792 | $2,790 | $9,601 |
| Mid City Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,314 | $3,088 | $10,000+ |
| Mid City Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 105 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mid City Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mid City Santa Monica Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mid City Santa Monica area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Bundy 1435 JVG priced from $1,650. 1434 Santa Monica Blvd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Mid City Santa Monica apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bundy 1435 JVG | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| 1434 Santa Monica Blvd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| 12120 Rochester Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| 1522 N Harvard St | Studio + 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,755 |
| 2001 - 2029 Olympic | Studio Loft | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| 1217 9th St | Unit 11 | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| 1418 12th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid City Santa Monica, CA
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mid City Santa Monica area is the $2.97 price per square foot 4 Beds, 3 Baths Model at Amherst Rochester by Wiseman in the in the Brentwood neighborhood starting from $5,695. The second greatest value Mid City Santa Monica apartment is the 3BD/3BA Model at 1552 Berkeley St starting at $5,050 with a $3.16 price per square foot in the Pico neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mid City Santa Monica apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Rochester by Wiseman | 4 Beds, 3 Baths | 4BR,3BA | $2.97 |
| 1552 Berkeley St | 3BD/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $3.16 |
| 1222 McClellan Dr, Unit 6 | 1222 McClellan Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| 1122 6th St | 301 | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| 1033 Euclid St, Unit 7 | 1033 Euclid St | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 1111 Washington Ave, Unit 303 | 1111 Washington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| 1424 Berkeley St, Unit 5 | 1424 Berkeley St | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 1034 9th St | 2 BD 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| 1327 Berkeley St, Unit 03 | 1327 Berkeley St | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| 1129 Lincoln Blvd | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Getting Around the Mid City Santa Monica Neighborhood in Santa Monica, CA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
91 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
69 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mid City Santa Monica Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mid City Santa Monica?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mid City Santa Monica is under $2,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mid City Santa Monica?
The cheapest apartment in Mid City Santa Monica is 1748 18th St which is listed at $2,195, while the average apartment in Mid City Santa Monica costs $5,444.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mid City Santa Monica?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Mid City Santa Monica that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mid City Santa Monica?
Cheap apartments in Mid City Santa Monica have an average cost of $1,088 which is $4,356 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mid City Santa Monica.
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