2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (2,246 Rentals)

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Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 26, 2025

There are currently 607 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in Santa Monica, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,600 to $9,500. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Monica with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Wilshire Montana607$4,499$2,600

Largest Available Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is found at 1738 S Bentley Ave in the Sawtelle neighborhood and is 1,700 square feet priced from $4,595. Chateau Brentana in the Brentwood neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,450 square feet and currently listed start at $3,950. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
1738 S Bentley Ave1021,700 Sq Ft$4,595
Chateau Brentana2 Bdrm1,450 Sq Ft$3,950
Ohio Rose Apartments1,404 Sq Ft$3,495
Forty55 LoftsE - Sophisticated1,282 Sq Ft$4,900

Cheapest Available Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 26, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is the 2015 1/2 Model starting from $2,050 at 2015 17th St in the Pico neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Monica 2 Bedroom is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 3764-3768 1/2 Barry Ave starting at $2,300 in the Studio Village neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Santa Monica is currently $4,088. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
2015 17th St2015 1/2$2,050
3764-3768 1/2 Barry Ave2 Beds, 1 bath$2,300
2642 S. Sepulveda Blvd.2 Bed 1 Bath$2,389
11260 Westminster Ave2 bed 2 bath$2,400
Lido Apartments - 2311 Bentley Ave2 Bed + 2 Bath$2,595
12556 Washington Blvd2BR/1.0BA$2,595
1336 S Centinela AveTwo Bed$2,595
4107 Wade St2 Bedroom 1 Bath$2,600

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Santa Monica Overview

If you want to live in a city that has it all, look no further than Santa Monica, California. This beachside town is nestled in a spot between an excellent coastline and the city of Los Angeles. Apartments in Santa Monica offer residents a fantastic lifestyle.

Why live in Santa Monica, CA?

Santa Monica is one of the cities that could be truly called paradise. Access to excellent beaches, a walkable local layout, proximity to all sorts of geological and geographical landmarks, and a laid-back, modern atmosphere make it a truly unforgettable place.

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Monica with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Santa Monica is at 2015 17th St listed at $2,050.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Monica is $4,088.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Santa Monica Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 1,700 square feet unit starting from $4,595 at 1738 S Bentley Ave.

What is the average size for Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Santa Monica is currently 1,209 sq ft.

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