Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Wilshire Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (22 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Wilshire area of Santa Monica with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Living at Santa Monica
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$2,512 - $4,689
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$2,496 - $4,673
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$16

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$2,512 - $4,689
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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1519 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Junction Santa Monica
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$2,595 - $3,828Special Offer
2 Months Free Now offering up to 8-weeks free on base rent on select units. *Restrictions May Apply
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Junction Santa Monica

1641 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Sway
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$3,250 - $9,505
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$3,245 - $9,500
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$5

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$3,250 - $9,505
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Sway

525 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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700 Broadway
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$3,895 - $28,000Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive up to 4 Weeks Free Rent + Look & Lease. All New Residents Receive 4 Months Complimentary Equinox Santa Monica East Memb
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700 Broadway

700 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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Chelsea Santa Monica
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$3,495 - $7,575Special Offer
Specials 2 weeks free plus extra $1,500 gift card when you look and lease within 48 hours! *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please re
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Chelsea Santa Monica

1318 2nd StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Arrive Seaside I & II
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$3,088 - $4,195Special Offer
2 Months Free Enjoy two months of FREE rent plus a complimentary parking space when you make Arrive Seaside your new home! Offer valid on 12
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Arrive Seaside I & II

1548 6th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Gibson Santa Monica
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$2,308 - $5,948Special Offer
1 Month Free Offering up to 4 weeks FREE on select apartment homes + $500 Look & Lease Special! Call for details *Restrictions May Apply
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Gibson Santa Monica

1317 7Th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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17th Street Santa Monica
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$2,499Special Offer
1 Month Free Stop by for a tour of our beautiful property! We have an open house everyday this week. We are offering 1 month FREE + $300 Loo
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17th Street Santa Monica

1531 17th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Criterion Promenade
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$2,095 - $2,950Special Offer
1 Month Free ???? ONE MONTH FREE Rent Special Limited Time Only! ???? Dont miss this incredible opportunity! For a short period only, were o
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Criterion Promenade

302 Arizona AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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San Vicente Tower
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$4,365 - $4,700Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 month free on 14 month lease - this can be spread out over the lease
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San Vicente Tower

220 San Vicente BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90402
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833 20th St
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$4,250Special Offer
1 Month Free $4,250 advertised rate is after rent credit incentive has been taken into consideration. Rent credit is applied equally across
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833 20th St

833 20th StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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Top Santa Monica Apartments in the Wilshire Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 03-02-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Wilshire, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Chelsea Santa Monica

2 weeks free plus extra $1,500 gift card when you look and lease within 48 hours! *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please reach out to the Leasing Team for more details.Expires 03-03-2026

Catherine Santa Monica

Receive Up To 8 Weeks Free On Base Rent On Select Units! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-03-2026

Arrive Seaside I & II

Enjoy two months of FREE rent plus a complimentary parking space when you make Arrive Seaside your new home! Offer valid on 12-15 month lease terms. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictions.Expires 03-03-2026

Junction Santa Monica

Now offering up to 8-weeks free on base rent on select units. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-03-2026

Willow Santa Monica

Receive Up To 8 Weeks Free Rent On Select Units! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-03-2026

Criterion Promenade

???? ONE MONTH FREE Rent Special Limited Time Only! ???? Dont miss this incredible opportunity! For a short period only, were offering ONE MONTH FREE RENT on select apartments.Expires 03-03-2026

Gibson Santa Monica

Offering up to 4 weeks FREE on select apartment homes + $500 Look & Lease Special! Call for details *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-03-2026

Sway

Up to 8 Weeks Free on Base Rent!* *On select units. Base Rent. Restrictions and Minimum Lease Terms Apply. Other Costs and Fees Excluded.Expires 03-03-2026

700 Broadway

Receive up to 4 Weeks Free Rent + Look & Lease. All New Residents Receive 4 Months Complimentary Equinox Santa Monica East Membership*Expires 03-03-2026

17th Street Santa Monica

Stop by for a tour of our beautiful property! We have an open house everyday this week. We are offering 1 month FREE + $300 Look & Lease *on a 13 month lease!Expires 03-06-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Wilshire, CA

Specials updated: 03-02-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Wilshire, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

San Vicente Tower

1 month free on 14 month lease - this can be spread out over the leaseExpires 01-01-2027

17th Street Santa Monica

Stop by for a tour of our beautiful property! We have an open house everyday this week. We are offering 1 month FREE + $300 Look & Lease *on a 13 month lease!Expires 03-06-2026

Sway

Up to 8 Weeks Free on Base Rent!* *On select units. Base Rent. Restrictions and Minimum Lease Terms Apply. Other Costs and Fees Excluded.Expires 03-03-2026

700 Broadway

Receive up to 4 Weeks Free Rent + Look & Lease. All New Residents Receive 4 Months Complimentary Equinox Santa Monica East Membership*Expires 03-03-2026

Criterion Promenade

???? ONE MONTH FREE Rent Special Limited Time Only! ???? Dont miss this incredible opportunity! For a short period only, were offering ONE MONTH FREE RENT on select apartments.Expires 03-03-2026

Gibson Santa Monica

Offering up to 4 weeks FREE on select apartment homes + $500 Look & Lease Special! Call for details *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-03-2026

Chelsea Santa Monica

2 weeks free plus extra $1,500 gift card when you look and lease within 48 hours! *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please reach out to the Leasing Team for more details.Expires 03-03-2026

Catherine Santa Monica

Receive Up To 8 Weeks Free On Base Rent On Select Units! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-03-2026

Arrive Seaside I & II

Enjoy two months of FREE rent plus a complimentary parking space when you make Arrive Seaside your new home! Offer valid on 12-15 month lease terms. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictions.Expires 03-03-2026

Junction Santa Monica

Now offering up to 8-weeks free on base rent on select units. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 03-03-2026

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Wilshire, Santa Monica, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Wilshire Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Wilshire?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Wilshire is at Criterion Promenade listed at $2,095.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Wilshire Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Wilshire is $4,097.

What is the largest Rent Specials Wilshire Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Wilshire is a 1,415 square feet unit starting from $2,823 at Catherine Santa Monica.

What is the average size for Wilshire Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Wilshire is currently at 692 sq ft.

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