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Highlights

  • Gated parking space
  • Shared on site laundry
  • Quiet residential street
  • Fitness studios
  • Boutique retail

Location

1042 6th St, Santa Monica, CA 90403, USA|Wilshire-Montana
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Management

Lotus West Properties

Leasing office

(626) 671-5406

Property Overview

1042 6th Street offers strong overall value with an 8.8/10 expert rating, highlighted by a perfect price score for its competitive balance of cost and features. Residents can enjoy gated parking, shared on-site laundry, and a quiet residential street, along with convenient access to fitness studios, boutique retail, and a well-rated high school just over a mile away. With high marks for location, amenities, quality, and trustworthiness, it presents an appealing option for a wide range of renters.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1042 6th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1042 6th Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath750 sqft$2,755–$2,950 /mo2 units availableSpacious and well laid out 1 bedroom apartment located in the heart of Santa Monica. This approximately 750 sq ft unit offers a functional floor plan with generous living space, great natural light, and a comfortable bedroom layout. Situated just blocks from Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Pier, Montana Avenue shopping and dining, and Palisades Park along Ocean Avenue. Enjoy coastal living with everything you need just moments away. Property Features: • Approx. 750 sq ft • 1 Bedroom + 1 Bathroom • Parking space included • Shared on site laundry • Owner pays water and trash • Tenant pays gas and electricity • $1,000 security deposit upon approval This unit offers a prime location with convenience, walkability, and classic Santa Monica charm. Video walkthrough available upon request. In person tours available by appointment!

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About 1042 6th Street

HomeApartments in Santa MonicaWilshire-Montana 1042 6th Street

Spacious and well laid out 1 bedroom apartment located in the heart of Santa Monica. This approximately 750 sq ft unit offers a functional floor plan with generous living space, great natural light, and a comfortable bedroom layout. Situated just blocks from Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Pier, Montana Avenue shopping and dining, and Palisades Park along Ocean Avenue. Enjoy coastal living with everything you need just moments away. Property Features: • Approx. 750 sq ft • 1 Bedroom + 1 Bathroom • Parking space included • Shared on site laundry • Owner pays water and trash • Tenant pays gas and electricity • $1,000 security deposit upon approval This unit offers a prime location with convenience, walkability, and classic Santa Monica charm. Video walkthrough available upon request. In person tours available by appointment!


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1042 6th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1042 6th Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1042 6th Street
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.
1042 6th Street 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, 1042 6th Street 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.
1042 6th Street 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find 1042 6th Street to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
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.

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 1042 6th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 125 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Wilshire-Montana

1-bedroom apartments at 1042 6th Street cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Wilshire-Montana.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Wilshire-Montana
Santa Monica
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Monica
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,395
July 2024$2,350
August 2024$2,329
September 2024$2,326
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Wilshire-Montana
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,115
July 2024$1,885
August 2024$1,901
September 2024$1,911
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

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $110,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,755.
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Schools near 1042 6th Street

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 1042 6th St

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
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

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1042 6th St, Santa Monica

Groceries

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

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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