1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA Under $3,000 (655 Rentals)

Junction Santa Monica

300 California Ave, North of Wilshire

Silvercrest Senior Residence

Anara Santa Monica

Ocean Park Apartments

12th Street Apartments
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1347 23rd St

1311 15th St

1228 10th Street

1901 6th St.

2122 Ocean Park Blvd

2626 Cloverfield Blvd
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1042-1048 17th St

ZVI Coast

12TH1323

Euclid Apartments

2718 Broadway, Unit 2718

1424 Berkeley St, Unit 3

2702 Broadway, Unit 2702 Broadway, Apt B

2417 Arizona Ave, Unit 2419 Arizona Ave

1303 Arizona Ave, Unit 1303

1111 Washington Ave, Unit 303

1631 Michigan Ave, Unit 1631.5 Michigan avenue

844 6th St

934 6th St

2628 Cloverfield Blvd

1027 Hill St

817 Hill St

1538 11th St
Santa Monica, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Monica?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $2,695 | $1,315 | $8,071 |
Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,427 | $1,198 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,529 | $2,050 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,229 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,882 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Santa Monica, CA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
90 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
65 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Monica with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Santa Monica is at Matteson listed at $1,175.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Monica is $3,427.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 1,212 square feet unit starting from $3,999 at The R2 by CLG.
What is the average size for Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Santa Monica is currently 678 sq ft.
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