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The average rent in Santa Monica, as of June 2026, is up 3.73% compared to last month and up 6.22% year-over-year.
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20h ago
Verified
1427 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$3,700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2501 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$2,125–$2,800
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 24
3h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395–$2,795
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17h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
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22h ago
2224 Oak St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
Studio
1 bath
$2,595
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22h ago
Downtown Santa Monica apartment for rent in Santa Monica
1659 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90401
On-site laundry | Controlled access | On-site management
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,850–$2,900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1802 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$3,750
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1d ago
Downtown Santa Monica condo for rent in Santa Monica
1 bed
1.5 baths
$5,000
$4,900
Price drop
Condo for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,650–$5,300
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Dishwasher
Balcony
On-Site Laundry
Outdoor Space
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,898
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,995
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,749–$3,241
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1455 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,522–$3,754
Price drop
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43m ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,195–$4,595
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43m ago
Verified
401 Washington Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Elevator
2 beds
2 baths
$4,795
Apartment for rent
43m ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,995
Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,595
Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,645
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
2000 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Balcony | Swimming pool | Fitness center
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$3,050–$5,174
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 17
3h ago
Verified
1420 5th St #208, Santa Monica, CA 90401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$4,940
Price drop
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19h ago
Verified
204 Washington Ave #114, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$3,310
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1025 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2–3 beds
2–4 baths
$8,495–$14,995
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
315 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fitness center
2 beds
2 baths
$6,295
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Ocean Park apartment for rent in Santa Monica
1 bed
1 bath
$4,250
$3,195
Price drop
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Available May 22
5d+ ago
Mid-City apartment for rent in Santa Monica
1 bed
1 bath
$2,695
$2,595
Price drop
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Available Jun 10
1h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,695
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,795
Apartment for rent
17h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
18h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,095
Apartment for rent
19h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,750–$3,395
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,095–$2,550
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,898
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1824 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Assigned parking | Dishwasher | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$2,350
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1d ago
123 California Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,748–$3,298
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2d ago
1451 Franklin St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$3,195
Price drop
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4d ago
3008 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$3,395
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5d+ ago
537 San Vicente Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90402
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$4,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,490–$1,495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,995
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5d+ ago
303 California Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1625 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,190–$7,049
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment 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 Jun 5
5d+ ago
Mid-City apartment for rent in Santa Monica
1423 Harvard St #C, Santa Monica, CA 90404
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$2,199
Apartment for rent
Available May 29
5d+ ago
Downtown Santa Monica condo for rent in Santa Monica
1 bed
1 bath
$2,475
Condo for rent
Available May 1
4m ago
Wilshire-Montana apartment for rent in Santa Monica
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
41m ago
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$4,195–$28,000
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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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