
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mid City Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA from $800 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Mid City Santa Monica area of Santa Monica.


1234 12th St, Unit 5

1342 Yale St

2016 20th St

1337 23rd St

1455 24th St
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1432 16th St

933 18th St

1118 20th St

933 18th St

1218 McClellan Dr

1432 Stanford St
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1217 9th St

1427 9th St

1824 16th St

2023 Cloverfield Blvd, Unit F

1440 23rd St, Unit 101

1437 11th St
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1417 17th St

818 19th St

1025 Idaho Ave

1317 Stanford St

1139 23rd St

1314 Euclid St
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3101 Arizona Ave
Mid City Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mid City Santa Monica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid City Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,135 | $1,950 | $9,500 |
| Mid City Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,729 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Mid City Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Mid City Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $21,900 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Mid City Santa Monica 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $49,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent 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 |
| 1731 Pico Blvd | Upper Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 2001 - 2029 Olympic | Studio Flat | Studio,1BA | $1,910 |
| 01120SI | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid City Santa Monica, CA
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mid City Santa Monica area is the $2.93 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at 960 17th Street - Apt 2 in the in the Pico neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Mid City Santa Monica apartment is the 3 Beds, 3 Baths Model at Amherst Rochester by Wiseman starting at $4,995 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Brentwood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 960 17th Street - Apt 2 | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Amherst Rochester by Wiseman | 3 Beds, 3 Baths | 3BR,3BA | $2.94 |
| 1222 McClellan Dr, Unit 6 | 1222 McClellan Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| 1909 22nd St, Unit 3 | 1909 22nd St | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| 1458 Berkeley St | 1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.04 |
| 12323 Texas Ave | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.27 |
| 1337 19th St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| 1450 S Centinela Ave, Unit 2bed | 1450 S Centinela Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| 1212 Michigan Ave, Unit A | 1212 Michigan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 1236 McClellan Dr | 5 | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Mid City Santa Monica
What type of rentals are currently available in Mid City Santa Monica?
There are currently 1603 Apartments for Rent in Mid City Santa Monica, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $32,000. There are also 113 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mid City Santa Monica ranging from $850 to $49,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mid City Santa Monica?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mid City Santa Monica ranges from $850 to $49,500 with an average monthly rent of $16,886.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mid City Santa Monica?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mid City Santa Monica range from $1,600 to $32,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,000 to $23,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $10,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,995.
Expert Rental Resources
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