Top Rated New Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA (153 Rentals)

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Apartments in Santa Monica with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

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1900 20th St
Built in 20253 Bedroom Apartments

1900 20th St

1900 20th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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501 Broadway DA
Built in 2025Studio Apartments

501 Broadway DA

501 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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1437 5th St
Built in 2025Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1437 5th St

1437 5th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1650 Lincoln
Built in 2025Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1650 Lincoln

1650 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1738 9th St
Built in 2024Studio Apartments

1738 9th St

1738 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2225 Broadway
Built in 20232 Bedroom Apartments

2225 Broadway

2225 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90404
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The Alon SM
Built in 2023Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Alon SM

1235 5th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Las Flores Apartments
Built in 20231 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Las Flores Apartments

1834-1848 14th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Pacific Landing
Built in 20221 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Landing

2120 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2729 Wilshire Blvd
Built in 2022Studio Apartments

2729 Wilshire Blvd

2729 Wilshire BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90403
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1244 14th St
Built in 20223 Bedroom Apartments

1244 14th St

1244 14th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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The Park Santa Monica
Built in 2022Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Park Santa Monica

500 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90401
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2215 5th St
Built in 20213 Bedroom Apartments

2215 5th St

2215 5th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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Greenway Meadows
Built in 20211 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Greenway Meadows

1820 14th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1927 18th St
Built in 20201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1927 18th St

1927 18th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2323 28th St
Built in 20192 Bedroom Apartments

2323 28th St

2323 28th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1423 Franklin St
Built in 2019Studio Apartments

1423 Franklin St

1423 Franklin StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Pico Eleven
Built in 20192 Bedroom Apartments

Pico Eleven

1112-1122 Pico BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90405
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810 Ashland
Built in 2018Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

810 Ashland

810 Ashland AveSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1626 Lincoln
Built in 20181 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1626 Lincoln

1626 Lincoln BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404
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1211 9th St
Built in 2017Studio Apartments

1211 9th St

1211 9th StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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1837 12th St
Built in 20153 Bedroom Apartments

1837 12th St

1837 12th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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Franklin Townhomes
Built in 20153 Bedroom Apartments

Franklin Townhomes

1171 Franklin StSanta Monica, CA 90403
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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 New Santa Monica Apartments

What is the Cheapest New apartment in Santa Monica?

Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Santa Monica is at Matteson listed at $1,175.

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

The average rent for a New Apartment in Santa Monica is $3,883.

What is the largest New Santa Monica Apartment for rent?

Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Santa Monica is a 1,956 square feet unit starting from $2,989 at Linea.

What is the average size for Santa Monica New Apartments for rent?

The average size for a New rental in Santa Monica is currently at 629 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.

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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.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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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.