2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (2,235 Rentals)

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Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 28, 2025

There are currently 41 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in Santa Monica, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,600 to $11,500. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Monica with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Wilshire Montana41$5,214$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. Marina 41 in the Venice Beach neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,450 square feet and currently listed start at $4,362. 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
Marina 412 Bedrooms J1,450 Sq Ft$4,362
Chateau Brentana2 Bdrm1,450 Sq Ft$3,895
Lib VistaPenthouse 2 Story with Private Rooftop1,300 Sq Ft$7,295
Forty55 LoftsE - Sophisticated1,282 Sq Ft$5,024

Cheapest Available Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 28, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Monica, CA is the 415 Model starting from $570 at 1550 Lincoln in the Ocean Park 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 $4,424. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Santa Monica:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1550 Lincoln415$570
3764-3768 1/2 Barry Ave2 Beds, 1 bath$2,300
01427AM2BR/2.0BA$2,495
12556 Washington Blvd2BR/1.0BA$2,595
01011PI2BR/1.0BA$2,595

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 1550 Lincoln listed at $570.

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 $4,424.

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 1,221 sq ft.

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