Condo for rent

Dog friendly

4 Days Ago

1544 7th St
1544 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA

Monthly rent	$7,000
Beds	2
Baths	2
Sqft	1,480

Monthly rent	$7,000
Beds	2
Baths	2
Sqft	1,480

4 Days Ago

Location

1544 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA|Mid-City

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Contact

HCM Property Management

(323) 642-7070

Property Overview

Situated in vibrant downtown Santa Monica, the property offers convenient access to shops, dining, entertainment, major transit options, and the beach. It is great for people seeking an urban, walkable lifestyle with easy commuting and nearby amenities. Notable features include its central location, mixed-use neighborhood character, and proximity to employment centers and coastal recreation.

Things you’ll love

More space
High school nearby
Images available

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Pet owners

Amenities for 1544 7th St, Mid-City

Features

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Dishwasher	In-Unit Laundry
Range	Washer and Dryer Without Warranty

Community

Dogs OK

Services

Water and Trash

Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Limit1

Cat Policy

Not allowed

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About 1544 7th St

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1544 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA

COMING SOON! Discover modern coastal living with this beautifully designed top floor 2 bedroom condo for rent in Santa Monica. Situated in a quiet and private contemporary architectural building, this top-floor penthouse built in 2006, offers a bright, open layout with refined finishes and a seamless blend of style and functionality, in a perfect Santa Monica location. The residence features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, highlighted by hardwood flooring throughout and a spacious private balcony that enhances indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances and ample cabinetry, while the primary suite includes a walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. Additional features include in-unit laundry, central air conditioning, controlled access entry, and gated and covered side-by-side parking. Ideally located, the property is one block from Equinox Santa Monica, the new Vons, and just minutes from popular destinations such as the Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Pier, and Santa Monica State Beach. Whole Foods Market is approximately 0.4 miles away, offering convenient access to groceries and everyday essentials. This location is known for its accessibility, vibrant retail and dining options, and proximity to the coast. Professionally Managed by HCM Property Management To schedule a tour or for more information, please contact our leasing team today! Our staff is friendly and highly experienced. This is your chance to maintain a good standard of living at this very nice property! Our quiet community features all the amenities that you deserve. We make it easy to live here with our professional, timely service and a friendly, available manager! Please contact the manager, Chris to set up your showing today! Olga can be reached at (323) 642-7050 ++++++++++++++++++ *Terms and conditions apply Owner will consider pets* Square footage is approximate #LACounty Equal Housing Opportunity: We provide housing opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Property highlights

How 1544 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space: The 2-bedroom is 380 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby: There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Images available: There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools: The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools: The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

Address details

Neighborhood	Mid-City
Zip code	90401
Type	Condo for rent

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Rent trends in Mid-City

2-bedroom apartments at 1544 7th St cost about 96% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Santa Monica.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.

Mid-City

Santa Monica

A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Santa Monica
Month	Median Rent
May 2024	$4,423
June 2024	$4,503
July 2024	$4,457
August 2024	$4,846
September 2024	$4,850
October 2024	$4,941
November 2024	$5,044
December 2024	$4,837
January 2025	$4,648
February 2025	$4,354
March 2025	$3,963
April 2025	$4,052
May 2025	$4,133
June 2025	$4,288
July 2025	$4,579
August 2025	$4,806
September 2025	$4,789
October 2025	$4,666
November 2025	$4,647
December 2025	$4,409
January 2026	$4,316
February 2026	$4,399
March 2026	$4,361
April 2026	$4,455

A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Mid-City
Month	Median Rent
May 2024	$4,131
June 2024	$4,230
July 2024	$4,567
August 2024	$5,380
September 2024	$4,891
October 2024	$4,459
November 2024	$5,030
December 2024	$4,843
January 2025	$4,931
February 2025	$4,198
March 2025	$3,807
April 2025	$3,809
May 2025	$4,251
June 2025	$4,170
July 2025	$4,356
August 2025	$5,057
September 2025	$5,279
October 2025	$4,886
November 2025	$4,995
December 2025	$4,472
January 2026	$4,093
February 2026	$3,916
March 2026	$4,167
April 2026	$4,028

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$280,000/yr

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Rent history

Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1544 7th St, Santa Monica, CA.
			Bath
1 year ago	$3,900	1 bed	1 bath
2 years ago	$3,999	1 bed	1 bath
2 years ago	$3,999	1 bed	1 bath
2 years ago	$4,299	1 bed	1 bath
2 years ago	$4,299	1 bed	1 bath
3 years ago	$3,995	1 bed	1 bath
6 years ago	$3,150	1 bed	1 bath
6 years ago	$2,990	Studio	1 bath
7 years ago	$5,500	2 bed	2 bath
7 years ago	$5,500	2 bed	2 bath

Schools near 1544 7th St

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Getting around Santa Monica near 1544 7th St

Walking

8/10

No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

8/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

8/10

Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1544 7th St, Santa Monica

Groceries

9/10

At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

10/10

Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10

Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10

Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10

At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

6/10

At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10

Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10

Some bars within walking distance

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Occupied

1 Bed, 1 Bath

1 Bed

1 Bath

750 sqft

$3,999

Furnished • Balcony • Microwave • On-Site Laundry • In-Unit Laundry • Dishwasher

Listed by Leasing Office

Days on market: 831

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