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Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA

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  • 810 Ashland

    $4,999
    810 Ashland Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405
    (323) 487-7360

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more

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  • Chelsea Santa Monica

    $3,250
    318-1320 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    (424) 238-6492
    Rent Savings

    2 units available
    Studio • 1 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Walk in closets, Air conditioning, Fire pit, Bike storage + more

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  • 5.0

    1422-1432 on 7th

    $2,620
    1422 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    (414) 312-5066
    Rent Savings

    Top rated for Location
    I love my place 💝💝💝
    2 units available
    Studio • 1 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Air conditioning, Elevator, Microwave + more

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  • 1422-1428 on 6th

    $2,987
    1422 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    (989) 786-0403
    Rent Savings

    3 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Stainless steel, Walk in closets, Air conditioning + more

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  • 1537 on 7th

    $2,651
    1537 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    (217) 615-2779
    Rent Savings

    1 unit available
    Studio
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Air conditioning + more

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  • 5.0

    20001-2029 Olympic

    $1,942
    2001 Olympic Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    (205) 839-7101
    Rent Savings

    Top rated for Location
    It's very quiet, nice neighbors, management are easy to talk to. It's safe neighborhood
    2 units available
    Studio
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking + more

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  • 5.0

    1423-1425 on 6th

    $2,774
    1423 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    (205) 809-7409
    Rent Savings

    Top rated for Location
    Everything is well looked after and very clean .Thr elevators work well and everything you could want is with in walking distance, including restaurants, dept stores, shops & the major bus stop that connects everywhere is across the street
    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Cable included, Air conditioning, Elevator + more

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  • Euclid Street Apartments

    $2,999
    1311 Euclid St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    (747) 204-0645
    Rent Savings

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    Pet friendly, E-payments, and Online portal

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  • Sea Castle Apartments

    $2,284
    1725 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    (424) 317-8947

    10 units available
    Studio • 1 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more

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  • Cedar

    $1,950
    818 Cedar Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
    (424) 388-2856

    1 unit available
    Studio
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony and Range

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  • La Playa 07-SM

    $2,595
    1313 9th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    (424) 672-3566

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    Dishwasher, Stainless steel, Microwave, Range, and Refrigerator

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  • NMS Lincoln

    $3,650
    1550 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    (424) 424-8794

    16 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Parking, Gym, Pool + more

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  • 1132-1142 Princeton Street

    $3,134
    1132 Princeton Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
    (424) 346-9701

    3 units available
    2 bed • 3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning

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  • 4th St.-2928

    $2,195
    2928 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
    (424) 339-0245

    2 units available
    Studio • 1 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Parking, and Stainless steel

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  • 918 7th St.

    $2,695
    918 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    (956) 622-5085

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

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  • Montana & Euclid

    $5,150
    811 Euclid Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
    (424) 358-4991

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    Dishwasher, Range, and Refrigerator

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Average rent in Santa Monica, California

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Santa Monica is $3,388, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $5,272. Rent rates updated ago
Studio
$2,629Trending down
1 Bed
$3,388Trending down
2 Beds
$5,272Trending down
3+ Beds
$6,197Trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List

Top neighborhoods in Santa Monica

Mid-city
Mid-city
What it’s 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
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Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
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Wilshire-montana
Wilshire-montana
What it’s like to live in Wilshire-montana
Wilshire-Montana offers upscale living within walking distance to both Montana Avenue shopping and Santa Monica beaches. Rental options include both historic courtyard buildings and luxury newer developments with high-end finishes. While rental rates rank among the region's highest and tourist seasons create temporary congestion, residents enjoy exceptional walkability to both urban amenities and coastal recreation with better climate than inland Los Angeles neighborhoods thanks to cooling ocean breezes.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
Pico
Pico
What it’s 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

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Find an apartment for rent in Santa Monica, CA

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The average rent in Santa Monica is $2,629 for a studio, $3,388 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $5,272 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

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