1232 15th St
- 1 unit available
- Studio
- Amenities
On-site laundry and Courtyard
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- 1232 15th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404(310) 295-8044$1,500
- 12 Sea Colony Drive, Santa Monica, CA 90405(424) 203-1800$19,000
12 Sea Colony Dr
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Garage, Recently renovated, Hot tub, and Fireplace
- 1252 11th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401(310) 907-6517$4,400
1252 11th St unit: 204
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more
- 2636 Kansas Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90404(424) 203-1800$2,595
2636 Kansas Ave unit: 2
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated, and Pool
- 2622 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405(310) 907-6517$8,975
2622 2nd St unit: 2
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dogs allowed, Garage, Recently renovated, Walk in closets + more
- 2202 San Vicente Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90402$18,000
2202 San Vicente Blvd
- 1 unit available
- 5 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Garage, Stainless steel, Walk in closets, Hot tub, and Fireplace
- 1012 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403(424) 203-1800$11,500
1012 2nd St unit: 4
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Parking, Walk in closets, Gym, Yoga, and Media room
- 1241 5th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401(310) 623-1300$4,095
1241 5TH St unit: 502
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, and Air conditioning
- 2209 Pearl Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405(310) 230-5744$10,000
2209 Pearl St
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Fireplace + more
- 1013 21st Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403(310) 595-6416$8,000
1013 21st St unit: B
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Garage, Stainless steel, and Fireplace
- 911 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403(323) 593-6999$9,000
911 7th St unit: D
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Garage, Recently renovated, and Hot tub
- 1433 14th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404(310) 230-5478$5,499
1433 14th St unit: 1A
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dogs allowed, Garage, Dog park, and Extra storage
- 1917 11th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404(310) 271-2229$7,800
1917 11th St unit: 1
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, Walk in closets + more
- 1813 12th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404(310) 437-7500$2,800
1813 12th Street unit: G
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Parking, and Recently renovated
- 2333 Oak Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405(310) 437-7500$5,950
2333 Oak St unit: 2
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Garage, Fireplace, Extra storage, and Range
- 1211 9th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401(310) 432-6400$6,150
1211 9th Street unit: 200
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Parking, Stainless steel, Walk in closets, and Air conditioning
Average rent in Santa Monica, California
- Studio
- $2,670+Trending up
- 1 Bed
- $3,661+Trending up
- 2 Beds
- $5,352+Trending up
- 3+ Beds
- $6,261+Trending up
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees
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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.
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Searching for an apartment for rent in Santa Monica, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 157 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Santa Monica. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!
The average rent in Santa Monica is $2,670 for a studio, $3,661 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $5,352 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In Santa Monica, the average rent is $2,670+ for a studio, $3,661+ for a 1-bedroom, $5,352+ for a 2-bedroom, and $6,261+ for a 3-bedroom.*
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You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Santa Monica. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles Trade Technical College, Occidental College, Long Beach City College, El Camino College-Compton Center, and College of the Canyons.