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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Custom kitchen cabinets
  • Brand new stainless steel appliances
  • Professional property management

Location

1518 9th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA|Pico
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Property Overview

Bay Cities Apartments earns a strong overall impression with a 9 out of 10 rating, supported by excellent price value, location, and quality scores. It features custom kitchen cabinets, brand new stainless steel appliances, and professional property management, while also standing out for pet-friendly conveniences like nearby pet hospitals, pet supply stores, and dog parks.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.0
Excellent
Bay Cities Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bathTo schedule a viewing, apply, or for more info please visit www emmettochs com You can also text our leasing line at: (424) 244-9784 To take a video tour now visit: https youtu be P1zk7LT4kRw AMENITIES: -Assigned Parking Space Included (Carport in Ally - No Large Trucks) -Secure Building with Intercom Access -Amazon Key Access for Amazon, Grubhub and ReadyFresh Deliveries -Water, Trash and Sewer paid for by property manager -Pet friendly Professional Property Management Company Provides: •Rent payable online •Submit maintenance requests to our 24/7 online maintenance request portal •Call our 24/7 emergency maintenance hotline UNIT FEATURES: -Waterproof Laminate and Tile Flooring throughout -Calacatta Breeze Quartz Countertops -Custom Kitchen Cabinets -New Lighting and Windows Stainless Steel Appliances Include: -Italian Style Deep Sink -Refrigerator -Oven/Stove -Microwave with Micro-hood -Dishwasher AREA: -In Santa Monica near the beach and Venice -Steps from the famous Bay Cities Deli, Vons, Restaurants and Bars -Short walk to the Promenade and the Ocean -Near Santa Monica College

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Amenities for Bay Cities Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs 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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Building details

Property details

Units15
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About Bay Cities Apartments

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To schedule a viewing, apply, or for more info please visit www emmettochs com You can also text our leasing line at: (424) 244-9784 To take a video tour now visit: https youtu be P1zk7LT4kRw AMENITIES: -Assigned Parking Space Included (Carport in Ally - No Large Trucks) -Secure Building with Intercom Access -Amazon Key Access for Amazon, Grubhub and ReadyFresh Deliveries -Water, Trash and Sewer paid for by property manager -Pet friendly Professional Property Management Company Provides: •Rent payable online •Submit maintenance requests to our 24/7 online maintenance request portal •Call our 24/7 emergency maintenance hotline UNIT FEATURES: -Waterproof Laminate and Tile Flooring throughout -Calacatta Breeze Quartz Countertops -Custom Kitchen Cabinets -New Lighting and Windows Stainless Steel Appliances Include: -Italian Style Deep Sink -Refrigerator -Oven/Stove -Microwave with Micro-hood -Dishwasher AREA: -In Santa Monica near the beach and Venice -Steps from the famous Bay Cities Deli, Vons, Restaurants and Bars -Short walk to the Promenade and the Ocean -Near Santa Monica College


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.0
/10
Excellent
Bay Cities Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Bay Cities Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Bay Cities Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Bay Cities Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Bay Cities Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Bay Cities Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Bay Cities Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 26 pet supply stores near the property
  • 5 pet hospitals in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Bay Cities Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Pico

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Pico
Santa Monica
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Monica
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$2,298
October 2024$2,195
November 2024$2,275
December 2024$2,270
January 2025$2,303
February 2025$2,421
March 2025$2,279
April 2025$2,199
May 2025$2,184
June 2025$2,183
July 2025$2,119
August 2025$2,015
September 2025$2,067
October 2025$2,125
November 2025$2,087
December 2025$2,092
January 2026$2,195
February 2026$2,193
March 2026$2,097
April 2026$2,091
May 2026$1,996
June 2026$2,020
July 2026$2,180
August 2026$2,165
September 2026$2,209
A table of studio rental data trends in Pico
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$2,450
October 2024$2,347
November 2024$2,308
December 2024$2,268
January 2025$2,169
February 2025$2,072
March 2025$2,033
April 2025$1,823
May 2025$1,789
June 2025$1,907
July 2025$1,961
August 2025$1,946
September 2025$2,000
October 2025$1,877
November 2025$1,755
December 2025$1,817
January 2026$2,016
February 2026$2,280
March 2026$2,181
April 2026$2,194
May 2026$1,885
June 2026$2,009
July 2026$2,007
August 2026$2,447
September 2026$2,080

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801 montana ave

santa monica, CA, 90403

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2525 fifth st

santa monica, CA, 90405

K-8Public
A

Allies for Every Child

12120 wagner st

culver city, CA, 90230

PKPublic

Juan De Anza Elementary School

12110 hindry ave

hawthorne, CA, 90250

K-5Public
A

Success Learning Center

13530 aviation blvd

hawthorne, CA, 90250

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Pico | Santa Monica, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Santa Monica near 1518 9th St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1518 9th St, Santa Monica

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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