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833 15th Street - Photo 1 of 1

16h ago

8.5

Very good

833 15th Street

833 15th St, Santa Monica, CA 90403

Affordable | Dishwasher

3 beds

2 baths

$5,195

Price drop

Apartment for rent

3BR/2BA top-floor unit near Whole Foods & dining

Set in Santa Monica's Wilshire-Montana area, this renovated top-floor 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit spans 1,400 sq ft with wide-plank flooring, updated kitchen with new appliances, and private balcony. The apartment includes garage parking and sits steps from Whole Foods and La La Land Cafe, with 50% off the second month currently offered.

1850 11th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Pico apartment for rent in Santa Monica

1850 11th St, unit 1

1850 11th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

2 baths

$5,295

Apartment for rent

3-bed Santa Monica apartment near beach

A 3-bed apartment in Santa Monica, CA's Pico neighborhood, this pet-friendly unit sits blocks from the beach and 3rd Street Promenade. The 1,400 sqft layout features luxury vinyl floors, stainless steel appliances, and an updated kitchen with dishwasher. A large private yard with two patios, in-unit laundry, and on-site parking complete the package.

942 7th St #6 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Wilshire-Montana apartment for rent in Santa Monica

942 7th St #6, Santa Monica, CA 90403

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

3 beds

2 baths

$5,395

Apartment for rent

Available May 27

Remodeled 3-bed apartment near Montana Avenue

In Wilshire-Montana, this luxuriously remodeled 3-bed, 2-bath apartment features an open-concept kitchen with stainless steel appliances flowing into living areas with a fireplace and private balcony. In-unit laundry, gated entry, and two assigned parking spaces add convenience. Located minutes from Montana Avenue cafés and shops, with water and trash included.

1043 Pacific St - Photo 1 of 1

23h ago

8.4

Very good

1043 Pacific St

1043 Pacific St, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Affordable

3 beds

1 bath

$5,450

Apartment for rent

Pet-friendly fourplex blocks from Santa Monica beach

Set in Sunset Park, this small fourplex with standalone home sits on a quiet tree-lined street blocks from the beach and Main Street restaurants. Units feature original hardwood flooring, large windows, spacious living rooms, and galley kitchens with lush landscaping - a good fit for remote workers with utilities included and quiet environment.

643 Pacific St #3 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Ocean Park house for rent in Santa Monica

643 Pacific St #3, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Affordable | Storage | Fitness center

4 beds

2 baths

$5,795

House for rent

Available May 2

Renovated 4-bed Ocean Park house with den

This 4-bed, 2-bath Ocean Park rental offers a flexible layout with a separate den that works as a home office or gym. Recently renovated with new flooring, updated lighting, granite counters, and stainless appliances. Minutes from Santa Monica Beach, Main Street, and the 3rd Street Promenade with building fitness center and storage.

1138 20th St #12 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Wilshire-Montana townhouse for rent in Santa Monica

3 beds

4 baths

$5,950

House for rent

Available Jun 2

Remodeled 3-bed townhouse with direct parking

A townhouse in Wilshire-Montana, this completely remodeled 3-bed, 4-bath unit spans over 1,640 sqft with direct access parking. The owners have maintained it in primo condition since purchase, offering an easy-to-maintain layout in a beautiful building with proximity to Wilshire and Montana corridors.

820 Pier Ave ##1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Sunset Park apartment for rent in Santa Monica

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

3 beds

2.5 baths

$5,950

Apartment for rent

3-bed apartment in Sunset Park with parking

Apartment with 3 beds in Sunset Park, this 2.5-bath unit offers 1,500 sqft with central air and heat plus assigned parking. The spacious layout includes a dishwasher, laundry hookups, and water and trash included in rent. Walking distance to Ocean View Park and Dorothy Green Park, with restaurants and shopping nearby.

1452 Berkeley St #1 - Photo 1 of 1

15h ago

Cheap Mid-City townhouse for rent in Santa Monica

1452 Berkeley St #1, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

3 beds

2.5 baths

$5,995

House for rent

Available Jun 20

Description

Property Id: 2289589 This beautifully remodeled townhouse offers just over 2,000 square feet of sophisticated living space, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. Featuring three very spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and an additional office/den off the dining room, this home is designed for modern comfort and style. Step inside and be greeted by stunning new plank flooring, new recessed lighting throughout, and new vinyl grid windows(with new faux wood blonds) that flood the home with natural light. The open-concept living areas are enhanced by two cozy fireplac

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643 Pacific St #4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Ocean Park house for rent in Santa Monica

643 Pacific St #4, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Affordable | Storage | Fitness center

4 beds

2 baths

$6,195

House for rent

Available May 2

Renovated 4-bed Ocean Park house with den

Located in Ocean Park, this recently renovated 4-bed, 2-bath house features a flexible den that works as a home office or gym. The second-level unit includes updated kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances, new flooring, and modern lighting throughout. Minutes from Santa Monica Beach, Main Street, and 3rd Street Promenade.

3117 Virginia Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Pico house for rent in Santa Monica

3117 Virginia Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Affordable | Garage parking | Fireplace

5 beds

5 baths

$8,000

House for rent

5-bed Santa Monica house with garage parking

Located in Pico, this 5-bed, 5-bath house offers 959 sqft with an open floor plan, upgraded kitchen with granite counters, and fireplace. The layout separates front and rear bedrooms for privacy, while a detached garage and expansive backyard add functionality. Close to Metro access, major freeways, and shopping.

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