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2106 Delaware Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2106 Delaware Ave

2106 Delaware AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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709 Copeland Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

709 Copeland Ct

709 Copeland CtSanta Monica, CA 90405
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Belmar Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Belmar Apartments

1725 Ocean AveSanta Monica, CA 90401
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Lincoln SM
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln SM

829-829 Broadway StSanta Monica, CA 90401
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2535 Kansas Ave
Studio Apartments

2535 Kansas Ave

2535 Kansas AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2302 32nd St
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2302 32nd St

2302 32nd StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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Ocean Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean Park Apartments

2427 W 4th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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Santa Monica Biltmore
Studio Apartments

Santa Monica Biltmore

1240 Yale StSanta Monica, CA 90404
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2346 20th St
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2346 20th St

2346 20th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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2342 20th St
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2342 20th St

2342 20th StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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1831 Pearl St
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1831 Pearl St

1831 Pearl StSanta Monica, CA 90405
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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 Santa Monica

How much are Studio apartments in Santa Monica?

There are currently 767 Studio Apartments in Santa Monica with rent ranges from $1,175 to $8,071 with an average price of $3,338.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Santa Monica Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Santa Monica ranges from $1,198 to $12,760 with an average monthly rent of $3,385.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Monica cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Santa Monica range from $1,934 to $15,648. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,511.

How expensive are Santa Monica Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 663 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Santa Monica on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,025 to $15,831 - averaging $5,250 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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

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