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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Gated entry
  • Spacious layout
  • Shared laundry room
  • Onsite

Location

303 California Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403, USA|Wilshire-Montana
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Management

Roque & Mark Co., Inc.

Leasing office

(310) 828-7525

Property Overview

303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire offers a prime location near the beach, a spacious layout, gated entry, and an onsite shared laundry room. Its overall expert rating and pros point to a well-located property with practical features and convenient day-to-day amenities.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.1
Excellent
303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! 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 Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath600 sqft$2,550 /mo1 unit available303 California Ave. #3, Santa Monica, CA 90403 Rent: $2,550 Deposit: $2,550 Bedroom: 1 Bath: 1 Parking: 0 Gated entry. 3 blocks to the beach!! Beautiful, lower 1 bedroom apartment in a well maintained building in a prime, North of Wilshire, Santa Monica area. Features hardwood floors and the unit is very bright!! Many nice touches throughout. Spacious and convenient layout. Fridge included. Parking space is not included. Shared laundry room onsite. Approx. 600 sf. Located North of Wilshire in Santa Monica! Walk to the beach and just steps to the 3rd Street Promenade. You can't beat this location!! 50 dollar credit check fee. No pets. One year lease minimum. Please contact Roque & Mark Co. for more information.

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Amenities for 303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire!

Apartment Amenities

TrashWater

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Controlled AccessOnsite Laundry
Shared Laundry Room On-site

Grounds

Gated Entry

Neighborhood

Three Blocks to the Beach
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

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About 303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire!

HomeApartments in Santa MonicaWilshire-Montana 303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire!

303 California Ave. #3, Santa Monica, CA 90403 Rent: $2,550 Deposit: $2,550 Bedroom: 1 Bath: 1 Parking: 0 Gated entry. 3 blocks to the beach!! Beautiful, lower 1 bedroom apartment in a well maintained building in a prime, North of Wilshire, Santa Monica area. Features hardwood floors and the unit is very bright!! Many nice touches throughout. Spacious and convenient layout. Fridge included. Parking space is not included. Shared laundry room onsite. Approx. 600 sf. Located North of Wilshire in Santa Monica! Walk to the beach and just steps to the 3rd Street Promenade. You can't beat this location!! 50 dollar credit check fee. No pets. One year lease minimum. Please contact Roque & Mark Co. for more information.


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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! 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 Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire!
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.
303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! 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·9A 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.
303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! 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.
303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! 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·7A 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.
303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Wilshire-Montana

1-bedroom apartments at 303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Wilshire-Montana.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Wilshire-Montana
Santa Monica
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Monica
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,204
A table of studio rental data trends in Wilshire-Montana
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,972
November 2024$2,067
December 2024$2,079
January 2025$2,174
February 2025$2,225
March 2025$2,150
April 2025$2,025
May 2025$2,044
June 2025$2,012
July 2025$1,952
August 2025$2,006
September 2025$2,062
October 2025$2,062
November 2025$2,096
December 2025$2,091
January 2026$2,248
February 2026$2,161
March 2026$2,095
April 2026$2,110
May 2026$2,043
June 2026$1,907
July 2026$1,970
August 2026$2,010
September 2026$2,098

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$102,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $102,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,550.
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Schools near 303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire!

Roosevelt Elementary School

801 montana ave

santa monica, CA, 90403

K-5Public
A+

Santa Monica Alternative (K-8)

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

Wilshire-Montana | Santa Monica, CA

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

Getting around Santa Monica near 303 California Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
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

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 303 California Ave, Santa Monica

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

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

Cafes

6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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