
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid City Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA from $700 (25 Rentals)
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1217 9th St

1455 24th St

1231 12th St

2702 Broadway, Unit 2702 Broadway, Apt B
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1522 N Harvard St

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1307 15th St

1218 6th St

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1311 15th St

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1242 Harvard St

1318 Yale St

1227 11th St

1322 Stanford St

1234 10th St in Santa Monica - steps to Wilshire Blvd!
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1313 14th St
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 | $3,004 | $1,650 | $4,530 |
| Mid City Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,574 | $1,800 | $6,945 |
| Mid City Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,590 | $2,500 | $9,705 |
| Mid City Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,656 | $3,730 | $10,000+ |
| Mid City Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,950 | $4,950 | $4,950 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 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 1434 Santa Monica Blvd priced from $1,650. 1517 11th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. 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 |
| 1517 11th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| 1560 S Centinela Ave | 206 | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 1731 Pico Blvd | Upper Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 2001 - 2029 Olympic | Studio Flat | Studio,1BA | $1,910 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid City Santa Monica, CA
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mid City Santa Monica area is the $2.86 price per square foot 3 Beds, 3 Baths Model at Amherst Rochester by Wiseman in the in the Brentwood neighborhood starting from $4,895. The second greatest value Mid City Santa Monica apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 20th Street Luxury Investments LLC starting at $3,395 with a $2.72 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 | 3 Beds, 3 Baths | 3BR,3BA | $2.86 |
| 20th Street Luxury Investments LLC | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| 1458 Berkeley St | 1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.13 |
| 1033 Euclid St, Unit 7 | 1033 Euclid St | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 2803 Arizona Ave | 2BD 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| 1310 Wellesley Ave | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| 1034 9th St | Unit 10 | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| 1450 S Centinela Ave, Unit 2bed | 1450 S Centinela Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| 1440 Centinela Ave, Unit Apt 6 | 1440 Centinela Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| 1236 McClellan Dr | Unit 7 | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mid City Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mid City Santa Monica?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mid City Santa Monica is at 1434 Santa Monica Blvd listed at $1,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mid City Santa Monica Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mid City Santa Monica Apartment is $2,045 at 1412 W. 17th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mid City Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mid City Santa Monica is starting from $2,500 at 1236 McClellan Dr.
What is the most affordable Mid City Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mid City Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1132-1142 Princeton Street and starts from $3,995.
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