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Millennium Santa Monica Gallery 1
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Millennium Santa Monica

2929 Pennsylvania Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90404
(424) 855-1909
$2,672+ moTotal price12-mo lease
6 units available
Studio • 1 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
Verified
425 Broadway Apartments Gallery 1
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425 Broadway Apartments

$2,749
425 Broadway - Suite A, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(424) 277-3228
6 units available
Studio • 1 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
Verified
1802 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405 Gallery 1
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1802 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405

$3,750
1802 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405
(424) 677-0899
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Garage, Recently renovated + more
Verified
12th Street Gallery 1
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12th Street

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1428 12th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(424) 403-1992
Amenities
Recently renovated
Verified
Large Updated Two-Story Townhouse For Rent Gallery 1
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Large Updated Two-Story Townhouse For Rent

$4,550
1436 20th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 295-2660
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more
Arguably The Most Unique Property In Sunset Park Gallery 1
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Arguably The Most Unique Property In Sunset Park

$17,500
2211 Ashland Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 907-5646
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, and Recently renovated
01005HI Gallery 1
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01005HI

$2,195
1005 Hill Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 313-0065
1 unit available
1 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Bike storage, Range, and Refrigerator
415 Montana Ave - REHAB Gallery 1
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415 Montana Ave - REHAB

$4,000
415 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403
(818) 940-1620
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Dishwasher, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator
Rare Oppotunity: Freshly Remodeled 4-Bdrm/2-Ba Condo at 11th & Arizona in Santa Monica Gallery 1
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Rare Oppotunity: Freshly Remodeled 4-Bdrm/2-Ba Condo at 11th & Arizona in Santa Monica

$5,495
1252 11th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(323) 462-8989
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more
644 Pier Ave Gallery 1
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644 Pier Ave

$3,995
644 Pier Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90405
(951) 452-4687
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated + more
2257 28th Street Gallery 1
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2257 28th Street

$2,900
2257 28th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
1 unit available
1 bed
315 15th Street Gallery 1

315 15th Street

$15,000
315 15th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90402
1 unit available
5 bed
2596 Arizona Avenue Gallery 1
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2596 Arizona Avenue

$825
2596 Arizona Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90404
1 unit available
Studio
1495 Yale Street Gallery 1
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1495 Yale Street

$990
1495 Yale Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
1 unit available
Studio
3293 Pennsylvania Avenue Gallery 1
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3293 Pennsylvania Avenue

$770
3293 Pennsylvania Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90404
1 unit available
Studio
1503 Yale Street Gallery 1
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1503 Yale Street

$790
1503 Yale Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
1 unit available
Studio

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 8 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.

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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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