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Santa Monica, Dallas, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Santa Monica Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Monica area of Dallas, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Eban Village priced from $743. East Side has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Santa Monica apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eban Village2X1B602BR,1BA$743
East Side4515 East Side Ave Unit 232BR,1BA$795
Greenhouse FlatsAgave Studio - E1Studio,1BA$848
Carolina ApartmentsA-11BR,1BA$850
Courthouse ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$865
Zeke ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$870
STARDUSTE1Studio,1BA$910
Casa Grande VillasA11BR,1BA$910
Bluffs at LakewoodA11BR,1BA$915
The ColtonStudioStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, TX

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Monica area is the $1.25 price per square foot B3 Model at Pecan Grove in the in the East Dallas neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Santa Monica apartment is the 4515 East Side Ave Unit 23 Model at East Side starting at $795 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the East Dallas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Monica apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pecan GroveB32BR,1.5BA$1.25
East Side4515 East Side Ave Unit 232BR,1BA$0.88
San BenitoB22BR,1BA$1.25
Carolina Apartments2B2B2BR,2BA$1.50
Links on Gaston2-12BR,1BA$1.62
GARDEN VILLA1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.57
5317 Junius St1071BR,1BA$1.43
Reiger Park Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.47
Zeke ApartmentsA1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.57
Casa Grande VillasA11BR,1BA$1.53

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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Monica

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Monica?

There are currently 380 Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, TX with pricing that ranges from $212 to $8,030. There are also 142 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Monica ranging from $650 to $17,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Monica?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Monica ranges from $650 to $17,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,271.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Monica?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Monica range from $1,040 to $5,425, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $8,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $880.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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