
Gated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (45 Rentals)
Rental terms in Santa Monica as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Living at Santa Monica

The Stanley on Ocean Way

Ocean Condos

San Vicente Tower

Breeze Suites Moderne
Los Angeles's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Los Angeles and the best places to live with original content written by our Los Angeles, CA Local Expert Rachel Presser

Felix

Wayfarer® Apartments + Marina

Marina Tower

The Westerly on Lincoln

Stella Apartments

Haven Apartments

Luxe Villas

The Plaza Apartments

Casa Granada

Arrive West LA

Picasso Brentwood

Boardwalk Flats - Ocean Front Studios

3749 McLaughlin Ave.

The Pearl Mar Vista

Westside Terrace Apartments

Westwood Riviera Apartments

Sunset Barrington Gardens

Vantage Mar Vista

Beau on Bundy

MySuite at Cara Co-Living

Rochester Apartments

Islands of Tranquility Apartments

Westwood Villa

Acacia

Casa Bela Apartments

Westside

Vista Apartments

The Admiralty

G8 Co-living by CLG

Roberts Rochester

Haven Coliving - Venice - West of Lincoln
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 | $2,734 | $1,350 | $8,071 |
Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,351 | $1,175 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,348 | $2,050 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,169 | $1,305 | $10,000+ |
Santa Monica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,165 | $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
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 Gated Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Santa Monica?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Santa Monica is at 1539 Beloit Ave listed at $1,280.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Santa Monica is $3,518.
What is the largest Gated Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 2,096 square feet unit starting from $4,500 at 1806 CORINTH AV.
What is the average size for Santa Monica Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Santa Monica is currently at 731 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA
Written by: Rachel Presser
Los Angeles is a vast and vibrant city where modernity meets more than a century of fascinating history, in addition to being a global bastion for the entertainment industry and the arts.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.