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Wilshire-Montana condo for rent in Santa Monica
821 3rd St #308, Santa Monica, CA 90403
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$5,485
Condo for rent
Available Dec 10
5d+ ago
Ocean Park townhouse for rent in Santa Monica
3101 5th St #8, Santa Monica, CA 90405
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,705
House for rent
5d+ ago
Wilshire-Montana apartment for rent in Santa Monica
933 6th St #10, Santa Monica, CA 90403
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
Studio
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 18
1h ago
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$4,195–$32,000
Apartment for rent
3h ago
North of Montana house for rent in Santa Monica
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$5,950
House for rent
Available May 13
4h ago
Wilshire-Montana apartment for rent in Santa Monica
1117 3rd St #10, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Furnished | Balcony
Studio
1 bath
$1,950
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 22
4h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,995
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5h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,695
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1032 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Controlled access | On-site management | Outdoor space
Studio
1 bath
$2,250
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Available Nov 14
5h ago
1237 Berkeley St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$3,495–$3,595
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5h ago
209 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$4,095
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5h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
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5h ago
Sunset Park condo for rent in Santa Monica
3 beds
2 baths
$5,275
$4,995
Price drop
Condo for rent
6h ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,845
Apartment for rent
7h ago
2821 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$3,450
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7h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,295
Apartment for rent
8h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,095–$2,899
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8h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,878–$4,143
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9h ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,199–$3,099
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10h ago
317 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$11,000
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10h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,595–$3,895
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10h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
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11h ago
1010 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
Apartment for rent
11h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,195–$3,695
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14h ago
Sunset Park apartment for rent in Santa Monica
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,950
Apartment for rent
14h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,765
Apartment for rent
16h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,775
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17h ago
Wilshire-Montana apartment for rent in Santa Monica
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan
Studio
1 bath
$2,595
Apartment for rent
19h ago
Mid-City townhouse for rent in Santa Monica
1452 Berkeley St #1, Santa Monica, CA 90404
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$6,200
$5,995
Price drop
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Available May 12
1d ago
Pico apartment for rent in Santa Monica
Fitness center | Storage
2 beds
1 bath
$3,295
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$5,695–$5,895
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1d ago
Pico apartment for rent in Santa Monica
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
$2,000
Price drop
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,500
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,370
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,295
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,500
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1d ago
Wilshire-Montana condo for rent in Santa Monica
211 California Ave #404, Santa Monica, CA 90403
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
3 baths
$1,920
Condo for rent
Available Jun 1
1d ago
Sunset Park apartment for rent in Santa Monica
2620 11th St #15, Santa Monica, CA 90405
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,550–$3,695
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,450
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$4,195–$4,995
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1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
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1d ago
1824 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Assigned parking | Dishwasher | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$2,450
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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1d ago
3203 Nebraska Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,395
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$4,350
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,998–$2,198
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,250
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,920
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Mid-City apartment for rent in Santa Monica
1232 15th St #P, Santa Monica, CA 90404
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space
Studio
1 bath
$1,400
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 6
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When early settlers coined the term "Manifest Destiny," a city like Santa Monica, California, is likely what they had in mind. Santa Monica is where the famous Route 66 ends, and it's hard to think of a better destination point. This ocean-side city of 89,736 combines the laid-back beach demeanor of the South Bay with the pomp and circumstance of Hollywood, giving tourists and residents alike the best of all worlds.
Living in Santa Monica means sharing a home with the birthplace of beach volleyball, while also residing in a surfer and biker paradise. If sports aren't your thing, one can window shop in any of the city's three main shopping districts. For foodies and those who enjoy a night on the town, Santa Monica has a variety of wonderful restaurants and a hopping nightlife. It's also a stone's throw from Los Angeles, giving you access to that city's jobs and attractions. In short, Santa Monica has you covered.
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With its beachfront location and vibrant atmosphere, Santa Monica attracts residents who appreciate the mix of outdoor activities and urban amenities. Many locals enjoy the accessible public transportation options and variety of dining choices, along with the lively farmers market. However, some renters point to affordability as a significant concern, noting that high prices can make finding suitable housing challenging. Additionally, the area can get quite crowded, especially during tourist season, which affects the overall sense of space and parking availability.
Santa Monica's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,900 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $4,300 per month. These figures reflect the current pricing in this beachside California city's competitive rental market.
Rents in Santa Monica have generally decreased, with the average rent for all types decreasing by about 4%. Specifically, the cost of a 1-bedroom has decreased by 6%, and 2-bedrooms have dropped by 8%.
May offers the lowest rental prices in Santa Monica, while September has the highest rent, creating approximately a 5.5% difference between peak and off-peak months. Winter months and May provide the best opportunities for lower prices, while July shows the most competition among renters.
Ocean Park, Pico, Mid-City, and Downtown Santa Monica excel for social connectivity with high walk scores and robust transit access. These neighborhoods feature extensive restaurant scenes and well-developed street infrastructure that support vibrant community interactions and active lifestyles.
Sunset Park offers the most affordable option with one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,600 per month, 7% below the city median. Mid-City and Pico also provide budget-friendly alternatives at around $2,450 and $2,500 respectively, both offering significant savings below the median.
Mid-City, Pico, Northeast Santa Monica, and Downtown Santa Monica provide excellent pet-friendly options with dedicated pet waste stations and generous outdoor spaces. These neighborhoods feature no breed restrictions policies, dedicated pet spaces in buildings, and regular pet events that build community among animal lovers.
Utilities are rarely included in Santa Monica rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of all listings across the city. Studios show the highest rate at 0.05% of listings, while larger apartments have even lower rates of utility inclusion.
Santa Monica's rental market emphasizes contemporary architecture, which comprises 49.4% of available properties and reflects current design trends with clean lines and open floor plans. Bungalow-style properties account for 16.4% of the market, while modern architecture represents 12.5% of rental options.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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