Cheap Homes for Rent in the Pico Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA from $2,850 (14 Rentals)

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property at 1419 15th St
$2,900

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Base Rent$2,900

Total Monthly Price$2,900
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
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1419 15th St, Unit 1419 15th St #1

1419 15th St
Santa MonicaCA90404
property at 1308 9th St
$3,100

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Base Rent$3,100

Total Monthly Price$3,100
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1308 9th St, Unit 7

1308 9th St
Santa MonicaCA90401
property at 1328 10th St
$3,250

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Base Rent$3,250

Total Monthly Price$3,250
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1328 10th St

Santa MonicaCA90401
property at 1222 Princeton St
$3,300

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Base Rent$3,300

Total Monthly Price$3,300
1 Bedroom, 0.5 Bath Condo for Rent
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1222 Princeton St, Unit 18

1222 Princeton St
Santa MonicaCA90404
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Best Value Homes for Rent in Pico, CA

As of September 21, 2026 the best value rental home in the Pico area is the $3.15 price per square foot 1308 9th St Model at 1308 9th St, Unit 7 in the Pico neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Pico rental home is the 1440 23rd St Model at 1440 23rd St, Unit 309 in the Pico neighborhood starting at $4,290 with a $4.57 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pico homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1308 9th St, Unit 71308 9th St2BR, 1BA$3.15
1440 23rd St, Unit 3091440 23rd St2BR, 2BA$4.57
2037 Stewart St2037 Stewart St2BR, 2BA$3.99
12405 Idaho Ave12405 Idaho Ave2BR, 2BA$5.08
1222 Princeton St, Unit 181222 Princeton St1BR, 0.5BA$4.78

Frequently Asked Questions about Pico

What type of rentals are currently available in Pico?

There are currently 1448 Apartments for Rent in Pico, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,224 to $24,000. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pico ranging from $2,895 to $14,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pico?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pico ranges from $2,895 to $14,800 with an average monthly rent of $6,104.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Pico?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Pico range from $1,224 to $24,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $5,000 to $7,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $9,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,800.

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