
Gated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA (40 Rentals)


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Junction Santa Monica

Catherine Santa Monica

Residences on Third Street Promenade

Pacific Plaza

The Stanley on Ocean Way

300 California Ave, North of Wilshire
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Criterion Promenade

Arrive Seaside I & II

1221 Ocean Avenue

Gibson Santa Monica
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300 Bay Street, Unit 14

2110 Main St, Unit 304
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Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Santa Monica?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Santa Monica Studio Apartments | $3,306 | $2,195 | $4,830 |
Downtown Santa Monica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,109 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Santa Monica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,912 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Santa Monica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,828 | $4,150 | $8,199 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood in Santa Monica, CA
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
87 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
77 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 Downtown Santa Monica Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Downtown Santa Monica?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Downtown Santa Monica is at Criterion Promenade listed at $2,195.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Downtown Santa Monica Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Downtown Santa Monica is $4,612.
What is the largest Gated Downtown Santa Monica Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Monica is a 1,415 square feet unit starting from $3,159 at Catherine Santa Monica.
What is the average size for Downtown Santa Monica Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Downtown Santa Monica is currently at 627 sq ft.
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