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2020 Cloverfield Blvd
2020 Cloverfield BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid City Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA from $1,200 (81 Rentals)
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$1,650 - $1,900Studio Apartments Available Now
1434 Santa Monica Blvd
1434 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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$1,755 - $1,799Studio Apartments Available Sep 30
1522 N Harvard St
1522 N Harvard StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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$1,910 - $2,620Studio Apartments Available Now
2001 - 2029 Olympic
2001 Olympic BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
1102 11th St
Santa MonicaCA90403
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$2,045Studio Apartments Available Now
Santa Monica Biltmore
1240 Yale StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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$2,095 - $3,200Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Criterion Promenade
302 Arizona AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
1507 16th St
Santa MonicaCA90404
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$2,295 - $2,395Studio Apartments Available Now
1217 9th St
1217 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
1243 26th St
Santa MonicaCA90404
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1034 9th St
1034 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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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 | $3,030 | $1,695 | $4,319 |
| Mid City Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $1,895 | $5,680 |
| Mid City Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,790 | $1,250 | $9,601 |
| Mid City Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,781 | $3,495 | $7,900 |
| Mid City Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,197 | $3,495 | $4,900 |
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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 1434 Santa Monica Blvd priced from $1,650. 1522 N Harvard St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,755. Here are the most affordable Mid City Santa Monica apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1434 Santa Monica Blvd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| 1522 N Harvard St | Studio + 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,755 |
| 01427AM | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Lido Apartments - 1415 Bundy Dr | Single + 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 1412 W. 17th St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
| 12120 Rochester Ave | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Santa Monica Biltmore | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| 2001 - 2029 Olympic | Studio Loft | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Lugano Apartments PR III LLC | Lugano Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,148 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid City Santa Monica, CA
As of September 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mid City Santa Monica area is the $3.30 price per square foot 5 bedroom 3 bathroom Model at Wellesley Ten by Wiseman in the in the Brentwood neighborhood starting from $5,995. The second greatest value Mid City Santa Monica apartment is the 3BD/3BA Model at 1552 Berkeley St starting at $5,200 with a $3.25 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. |
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| Wellesley Ten by Wiseman | 5 bedroom 3 bathroom | 5BR,3BA | $3.30 |
| 1552 Berkeley St | 3BD/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $3.25 |
| 2020 Idaho Ave | 2020 Idaho Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.30 |
| 1347 23rd St | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| Felix | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.30 |
| 1336 Berkeley St, Unit Unit 2 | 1336 Berkeley St | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| 1440 Centinela Ave, Unit Apt 6 | 1440 Centinela Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| 1121 26th St, Unit 1 | 1121 26th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 1226 25th St, Unit B | 1226 25th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| 1226 McClellan Dr | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
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 $2,148.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mid City Santa Monica?
The cheapest apartment in Mid City Santa Monica is 12120 Rochester Ave which is listed at $1,950, while the average apartment in Mid City Santa Monica costs $5,547.
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 2 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 $122 which is $5,425 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mid City Santa Monica.
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