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1 bed
1 bath
$2,450
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Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$4,195–$28,000
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20h ago
Wilshire-Montana house for rent in Santa Monica
2 beds
2 baths
$4,195
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Available Jun 27
20h ago
Wilshire-Montana apartment for rent in Santa Monica
Outdoor space
2 beds
2 baths
$8,500
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Available Jun 27
23h ago
Pico townhouse for rent in Santa Monica
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Walk-in closets
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,595
$3,288
Price drop
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Available Jun 15
1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,777–$3,655
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1d ago
Wilshire-Montana condo for rent in Santa Monica
937 12th St #208, Santa Monica, CA 90403
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$3,450
Condo for rent
1d ago
Ocean Park townhouse for rent in Santa Monica
3 beds
3 baths
$9,500
House for rent
Available Jun 18
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Wilshire-Montana townhouse for rent in Santa Monica
2 beds
3 baths
$5,950
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Available Jun 2
1d ago
Wilshire-Montana condo for rent in Santa Monica
On-site laundry | Fitness center
2 beds
2 baths
$4,995
Condo for rent
Available Jun 17
1d ago
Wilshire-Montana house for rent in Santa Monica
On-site laundry
4 beds
2 baths
$6,295
House for rent
Available Jun 17
1d ago
Northeast Santa Monica house for rent in Santa Monica
4 beds
6 baths
$22,500
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Available Jun 26
1d ago
Wilshire-Montana house for rent in Santa Monica
3 beds
2 baths
$6,250
House for rent
Available Jun 2
1d ago
Wilshire-Montana townhouse for rent in Santa Monica
3 beds
4 baths
$5,950
House for rent
Available Jun 2
1d ago
1747 1747 Franklin Street,, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,750
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Northeast Santa Monica townhouse for rent in Santa Monica
2 beds
2 baths
$6,250
House for rent
1d ago
Wilshire-Montana apartment for rent in Santa Monica
942 7th St #6, Santa Monica, CA 90403
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$5,295
Apartment for rent
Available May 27
1d ago
Wilshire-Montana apartment for rent in Santa Monica
942 7th St #5, Santa Monica, CA 90403
In-unit laundry | Fireplace | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$3,495
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 26
1d ago
Pico townhouse for rent in Santa Monica
In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | On-site management
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,388
$3,288
Price drop
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Available Jun 12
1d ago
Sunset Park apartment for rent in Santa Monica
1 bed
1 bath
$3,350
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,199–$2,999
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1d ago
1432 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$3,495
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1d ago
519 Hill St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,895
Price drop
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1d ago
Ocean Park apartment for rent in Santa Monica
2 beds
1.5 baths
$5,895
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1d ago
1637 Berkeley St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Furnished | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
1 bath
$1,224
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,937
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1d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,698–$3,298
Price drop
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,195
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1d ago
Wilshire-Montana townhouse for rent in Santa Monica
3 beds
3 baths
$7,500
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Available May 30
1d ago
Ocean Park house for rent in Santa Monica
4 beds
2 baths
$6,195
House for rent
Available May 2
1d ago
Ocean Park house for rent in Santa Monica
4 beds
2 baths
$5,795
House for rent
Available May 2
1d ago
North of Montana house for rent in Santa Monica
3 beds
1 bath
$10,500
House for rent
Available May 2
1d ago
North of Montana condo for rent in Santa Monica
2 beds
2 baths
$5,250
Condo for rent
Available Jun 13
1d ago
Sunset Park apartment for rent in Santa Monica
2 beds
1 bath
$4,100
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 13
1d ago
1144 1144 12th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Air conditioning | Balcony | Assigned parking
2–3 beds
2 baths
$3,598–$3,995
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Downtown Santa Monica house for rent in Santa Monica
11 Marine Ter #3, Santa Monica, CA 90401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Balcony
3 beds
3.5 baths
$21,850
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2d ago
2643 Centinela Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$2,250–$2,299
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,795
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2d ago
Ocean Park apartment for rent in Santa Monica
2713 3rd St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | High ceilings
3 beds
2 baths
$4,500
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 26
2d ago
Wilshire-Montana apartment for rent in Santa Monica
507 California Ave #204, Santa Monica, CA 90403
On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$3,495
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 2
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995–$2,395
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2d ago
Wilshire-Montana apartment for rent in Santa Monica
In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$2,345
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 25
2d ago
825 Washington Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$3,345
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2d ago
500 California Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$2,950–$2,995
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,195
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,095
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
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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.
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.
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 2026 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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