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Evani 3223 Wilshire Gallery 1
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Evani 3223 Wilshire

3223 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403
(618) 408-9068
$3,299+ moTotal price12-mo lease
6 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Nest technology, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
Verified
Junction Santa Monica Gallery 1
1 of 29

Junction Santa Monica

1641 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404
(507) 448-4752
$2,899+ moTotal price12-mo lease
9 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
Verified
Catherine Santa Monica Gallery 1
1 of 41

Catherine Santa Monica

1625 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(276) 877-2765
$3,048+ moTotal price12-mo lease
16 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
Verified
Gibson Santa Monica Gallery 1
1 of 15

Gibson Santa Monica

$2,777
1317 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(424) 322-6405
10 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
Verified
Anara Santa Monica Gallery 1
1 of 46

Anara Santa Monica

$3,324
2200 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
(689) 302-2827
6 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Nest technology, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
Verified
The Charlie Santa Monica Gallery 1
1 of 33

The Charlie Santa Monica

1450 Cloverfield Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404
(424) 392-7436
$3,300 moTotal price12-mo lease
2 units available
1 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking + more
Verified
Sway Gallery 1
1 of 39

Sway

525 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(323) 283-8411
$3,467+ moTotal price12-mo lease
8 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Stainless steel + more
Verified
Beautifully Renovated 2 + 2.5 Santa Monica Condo townhouse Gallery 1
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Beautifully Renovated 2 + 2.5 Santa Monica Condo townhouse

$4,875
1823 11th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
(719) 625-2210
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated + more
Verified
Living at Santa Monica Gallery 1
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Living at Santa Monica

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1519 6th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(323) 553-4376
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
Verified
Vintage at 425 Broadway Gallery 1
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Vintage at 425 Broadway

$2,622
425 Broadway - Suite B, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(314) 310-0821
6 units available
Studio • 1 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated + more
Verified
Santa Monica Collection Gallery 1
1 of 28

Santa Monica Collection

$2,725
501 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(424) 484-3783
233 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Parking, Gym, Air conditioning, Dog grooming area + more
Verified
Avalon Santa Monica on Main Gallery 1
1 of 40

Avalon Santa Monica on Main

$3,060
2000 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
(830) 444-4972
3 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
Verified
1753 9th St Gallery 1
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1753 9th St

$3,495
1753 9th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
(424) 688-1253
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more
Verified
Chelsea Santa Monica Gallery 1
1 of 25

Chelsea Santa Monica

1318 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(424) 414-2008
$2,850+ moTotal price12-mo lease
6 units available
Studio • 1 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Walk in closets, Air conditioning, Fire pit + more
Verified
901 Ocean Avenue Gallery 1
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901 Ocean Avenue

$5,500
901 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403
(501) 271-4454
4 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
Verified
The Wilson Gallery 1
1 of 34

The Wilson

$2,999
2903 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405
(424) 544-8970
2 units available
Studio • 1 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Pool, Guest suite, Fireplace + more
Verified

Average rent in Santa Monica, California

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Santa Monica is $3,708+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $5,932+. Rent rates updated 7 days ago
Studio
$2,814+
Prices trending up
1 Bed
$3,708+
Prices trending up
2 Beds
$5,932+
Prices trending up
3+ Beds
$7,346+
Prices trending up
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

Top neighborhoods

Top neighborhoods in Santa Monica, CA

  • Map of Ocean Park

    Ocean Park

    What's it like to live in Ocean Park?

    Artistic energy permeates Ocean Park, where Santa Monica's southern neighborhood maintains creative character despite the city's increasing affluence. The district features distinctive architectural styles from craftsman bungalows to modernist experiments reflecting the area's longtime artist community influence, while the commercial corridor along Main Street offers independent businesses beyond typical chain establishments. Ocean Park provides renters with ideal positioning between both beach recreation and dining options, creating balanced environments increasingly valued as lifestyle considerations continue affecting housing decisions beyond purely commuting calculations reflecting growing prioritization of comprehensive environmental satisfaction beyond purely practical considerations.

    Great for

    • Families
    • Retirees
    • Dog Owners
    • Outdoor Enthusiasts
    • Commuters

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Suburban
    • Green Spaces
    • Family-Friendly
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  • Map of Pico

    Pico

    What's it like to live in Pico?

    Cultural diversity energizes Santa Monica's Pico neighborhood, where authentic international restaurants and markets create vibrant street life beyond tourist districts. Santa Monica College infuses academic energy while supporting practical amenities serving residents rather than visitors. Renters discover significantly better value than northern Santa Monica neighborhoods, with more space for your rental dollar without sacrificing city amenities and beach proximity. The excellent public transportation includes dedicated Big Blue Bus routes connecting to both downtown Santa Monica and broader Los Angeles destinations. Though college activity creates parking competition during class hours, many apartment buildings include dedicated spaces eliminating this concern for residents.

    Great for

    • Families
    • Retirees
    • Professionals
    • Young Renters
    • Commuters

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Mixed-Use
    • Peaceful
    • Mixed-Use & Commercial
    View 25 listings
  • Map of Mid City

    Mid City

    What's it like to live in Mid City?

    Seeking Santa Monica's sweet spot? Mid City delivers with its perfect positioning between beach access and practical living. Montana Avenue forms the neighborhood's sophisticated backbone with upscale boutiques and sidewalk cafés creating European village atmosphere rare in Southern California. Rentals typically feature more mid-century character and surprisingly spacious floor plans compared to newer developments, often including outdoor space from private patios to shared courtyards. While parking remains challenging, particularly on street cleaning days, many properties include dedicated spots – a significant advantage worth prioritizing during apartment hunting in this desirable area where beach access meets everyday livability without downtown's tourist crowds.

    Great for

    • Families
    • Retirees
    • Professionals
    • Young Renters
    • Commuters

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Mixed-Use
    • Peaceful
    • Mixed-Use & Commercial
    View 26 listings

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Santa Monica Rent Report: June 2026

Welcome to the Apartment List June 2026 Rent Report for Santa Monica, CA. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $2,336, after rising 1.4% last month. Prices remain down 6.7% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Santa Monica rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Los Angeles metro area and the nation as a whole.

View full Santa Monica Rent Report

Santa Monica Renter Confidence Survey

National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states

Here’s how Santa Monica ranks on:

Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released results for Santa Monica from the second annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. The survey, which drew on responses from over 30,000 renters, provides insight into what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the 105 million American renters nationwide.

“Renters in Santa Monica expressed great satisfaction with the city overall,” says Andrew Woo, Director of Data Science at Apartment List. “Most categories received above-average scores.”

Key findings in Santa Monica include the following:

  • Santa Monica renters give their city an A+ overall for satisfaction.
  • The highest-rated categories for Santa Monica were its local job and career opportunities, weather, quality of local schools, and access to parks and community events, which all received an A+ score.
  • Safety and low crime rates (A) also received above-average scores from renters.
  • Renters were mostly satisfied with access to public transit (B) and commute times (B-).
  • Santa Monica renters seemed most dissatisfied with affordability and cost of living (D).
  • Santa Monica ranks high for renter satisfaction, as do nearby Irvine (A+) and Glendale (A+). Renters here are more satisfied than in other California cities such as Long Beach (B+) and Inglewood (C-).
  • The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction included Arlington, VA; Lincoln, NE; Pasadena, CA; Boston, MA; and Madison, WI. The lowest rated cities included Newark, NJ; Bronx, NY; Bridgeport, CT; Baltimore, MD; and Salinas, CA.
View our national survey results.
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Santa Monica Stunner on the Beach 4 Beds, 4 Baths, $75000
4 Beds • 4 Baths • 1950 sqft
Base monthly rent
$75,000+
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615 23rd Street 7 Bed
7 Beds • 9 Baths
Base monthly rent
$45,000+
Available
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1347 Palisades Beach Rd 4 Bed
4 Beds • 5 Baths • 4443 sqft
Base monthly rent
$45,000+
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408 17TH St 6 Bed
6 Beds • 6 Baths • 3522 sqft
Base monthly rent
$44,000+
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605 N Palisades Beach Rd 6 Bed
6 Beds • 7 Baths • 5039 sqft
Base monthly rent
$42,500+
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