
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mid City Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA from $800 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Mid City Santa Monica area of Santa Monica.


1440 Centinela Ave

1424 Amherst Ave

1959 20th St, Unit Masterbedroom

1444 15th St

1445 25th St

2016 20th St
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1342 Yale St

1455 24th St

1231 12th St

1432 16th St

1420 17th St

2316 Virginia Ave

Bright Furnished 1BD in Prime Santa Monica Location w/ Private Balcony
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2419 Arizona Ave

1432 Stanford St

2023 Cloverfield Blvd, Unit F

1037 11th St

1963 17th St

808 Princeton St

1247 22nd St
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1855 Euclid St

1217 9th St
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 | $5,024 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Mid City Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,594 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Mid City Santa Monica 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $17,296 | $5,995 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 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 |
| 2001 - 2029 Olympic | Studio Flat | Studio,1BA | $1,910 |
| 1118 11th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid City Santa Monica, CA
As of February 22, 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 |
| La Playa 07-SM | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| 1034 9th St | Unit 10 | 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 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 $1,650 to $28,000. There are also 140 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mid City Santa Monica ranging from $850 to $36,000.
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 $36,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,802.
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