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1540 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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205 Washington AveSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Wilshire, Santa Monica, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilshire?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilshire Studio Apartments | $3,125 | $1,550 | $4,880 |
| Wilshire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,703 | $1,500 | $6,945 |
| Wilshire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,911 | $2,875 | $10,000+ |
| Wilshire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,772 | $4,400 | $10,000+ |
| Wilshire 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,950 | $4,950 | $4,950 |
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Cheapest Available Wilshire Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wilshire area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Avalon Apartments of Santa Monica priced from $1,500. 1434 Santa Monica Blvd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Wilshire apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Avalon Apartments of Santa Monica | Single | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| 1434 Santa Monica Blvd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| 1015 2nd Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,698 |
| 1517 11th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| 1118 11th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| 1412 W. 17th St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Criterion Promenade | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| 1217 9th St | Unit 9 | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| 1437 1443 9th St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| 1418 12th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilshire, CA
As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilshire 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 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 Wilshire apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 129 Marguerita Ave | J | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.06 |
| 20th Street Luxury Investments LLC | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| 1023 21st St, Unit 3 | 1023 21st St | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| 1033 Euclid St, Unit 7 | 1033 Euclid St | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 1848 12th St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1813 12th St, Unit C | 1813 12th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 1034 9th St | Unit 10 | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| 1245 10th Street | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| 1121 26th St, Unit 1 | 1121 26th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 1617 California Ave, Unit 1 | 1617 California Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilshire Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Wilshire?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wilshire is under $2,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wilshire?
The cheapest apartment in Wilshire is 1412 W. 17th St which is listed at $2,045, while the average apartment in Wilshire costs $5,749.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wilshire?
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 10 regular apartments in Wilshire 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?
Cheap apartments in Wilshire have an average cost of $1,257 which is $4,492 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wilshire.
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