
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wilshire Montana Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA from $700 (184 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Wilshire Montana area of Santa Monica.


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1254 14th St, Unit A

1517 11th St

1042-1048 17th St

1117 3rd St

JL Montana Apartments

Criterion Promenade

1147 6th St

Silvercrest Senior Residence

1059 Euclid St
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1228 10th Street

933 6th St, Unit 10

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811 4th St

914 7th Street

303 California Ave

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1517 9th St, Unit C

Bixby

Samo Capri Apartments

1038 5th St

Seventh West Apartments
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903 7th St

Residences on Third Street Promenade

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1116 14th St, Unit C

1008 Euclid St, Unit C

1251 Euclid St

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Gibson Santa Monica

937 10th St.

937 10th St, Unit 7

937 6th St, Unit 2

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627 9th St, Unit #D
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934 16th St

Breeze Suites Moderne

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The Santa Monica Collection - 1430 Lincoln

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Junction Santa Monica

1041 20th St, Unit J

1323 11th St

Wonder Palms Apartments

608 Idaho Ave, Unit 7

Le Cove Apartments

1011 19th St, Unit D
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848 7th St

1130 9th St

1122 6th St

Avalon Apartments of Santa Monica

1015 2nd Street

1124 12th St

1120 6th

1042 6th St

1307 15th St

The Sovereign
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Wilshire Montana, Santa Monica, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilshire Montana?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilshire Montana Studio Apartments | $3,189 | $1,695 | $4,995 |
| Wilshire Montana 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,701 | $2,100 | $6,945 |
| Wilshire Montana 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,197 | $2,950 | $10,000+ |
| Wilshire Montana 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,839 | $3,850 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 184 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Wilshire Montana Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA.
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Cheapest Available Wilshire Montana Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wilshire Montana area of Santa Monica, CA is a Studio unit found at 1434 Santa Monica Blvd priced from $1,650. 1120 6th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Wilshire Montana apartments for rent in Santa Monica, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1434 Santa Monica Blvd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| 1120 6th | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| 1517 11th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| 1117 3rd St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| 1042-1048 17th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| 1015 2nd Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,948 |
| JL Montana Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Criterion Promenade | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| 1147 6th St | Junior | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| 808 6th St | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilshire Montana, CA
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilshire Montana area is the $3.06 price per square foot J Model at 129 Marguerita Ave in the in the Wilshire neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Wilshire Montana apartment is the Two Bed Two Bath Model at 16th Street starting at $4,995 with a $3.06 price per square foot in the Pico neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilshire Montana apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 129 Marguerita Ave | J | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.06 |
| 16th Street | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Monroe Manor | 1244 11th St 3/1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.04 |
| 950 4th Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| The Voral Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
| Casa Grande Apartments | 2X2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| Wonder Palms Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| 1116 14th St, Unit C | 1116 14th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 1015 2nd Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| 1147 6th St | Junior | Studio ,1BA | $3.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilshire Montana Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Wilshire Montana?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wilshire Montana is under $2,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wilshire Montana?
The cheapest apartment in Wilshire Montana is 1015 2nd Street which is listed at $1,948, while the average apartment in Wilshire Montana costs $6,015.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wilshire Montana?
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 6 regular apartments in Wilshire Montana 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 Wilshire Montana?
Cheap apartments in Wilshire Montana have an average cost of $1,011 which is $5,004 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wilshire Montana.
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