Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Santa Monica, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Santa Monica, CA rent slipped 2.6% year over year, with a current median of $3,556/month. Renters today are paying $95 less per month on average than last year.
Vs. national rents
Santa Monica rents are 87.1% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median. The city has a total of 247 rentals available for renters.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Santa Monica rent for $2,195/month, 1-bedrooms for $2,900/month, and 2-bedrooms for $4,218/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $13,750/month. The bedroom rent ranges show a wide spread reflecting diverse housing options.
Neighborhood spotlight
North Of Montana rents fell 42.5% year over year to $4,945/month across 14 rentals, a notable local decline compared to the citywide 2.6% cooldown.
Median rent
Median rent in Santa Monica
$3,555/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Santa Monica is $3,555 per month as of October 2026. This is 87% above the national average rent, or $1,655 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Santa Monica
247
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Santa Monica rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Santa Monica, CA
Average rent prices in Santa Monica have decreased by 1% over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Santa Monica, CA
Rent prices in Santa Monica vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Santa Monica is $3,215, whereas a house costs $6,000. 1-bedroom apartments in Santa Monica run $2,800 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,795.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,195 | 2% |  7% | |
1 bedroom | $2,899 | 1% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $4,218 | 2% | 9% | |
3 bedroom | $6,275 | 6% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $13,750 | 12% | 25% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Santa Monica | $3,329 | |
Mid City | $2,995 | |
North Of Montana | $4,945 | |
Northeast Santa Monica | $3,700 | |
Ocean Park | $4,195 | |
Pico | $3,495 | |
Sunset Park | $3,537 | |
Wilshire Montana | $3,495 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $3,215 | 4% | 1% | |
Condos | $4,000 | 6% | 10% | |
Houses | $6,000 | 12% | 1% |
Studio
Average rent
$2,195
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,899
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$4,218
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
9%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$6,275
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$13,750
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
25%
Ocean Park
Average rent
$4,195
Wilshire Montana
Average rent
$3,495
Pico
Average rent
$3,495
Mid City
Average rent
$2,995
Sunset Park
Average rent
$3,537
Downtown Santa Monica
Average rent
$3,329
North Of Montana
Average rent
$4,945
Northeast Santa Monica
Average rent
$3,700
Apartments
Average rent
$3,215
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$4,000
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
10%
Houses
Average rent
$6,000
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Santa Monica, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Santa Monica, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Santa Monica and Beverly Hills by all bedroom counts and property types.
Santa Monica
87%higher than the national median
150%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Santa Monica, CA is 25% lower than the median rent in Beverly Hills, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$4,750
2%$2,533
4%$2,750
15%$3,500
3%$2,295
4%$2,450
5%$1,825
1%$2,334
1%$2,495
7%$3,895
5%$2,895
4%$3,350
5%Discover rentals in Santa Monica, CA
5d+ ago
Mid-City apartment for rent in Santa Monica
3202 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404
4 beds
2 baths
$1,280
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 15
2d ago
1015 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90403
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,898–$2,898
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2637 Centinela Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405
1 bed
1 bath
$1,975–$2,295
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
2535 Kansas Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050–$2,195
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
19h ago
North of Montana house for rent in Santa Monica
3 beds
4 baths
$39,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 30
5d+ ago
North of Montana house for rent in Santa Monica
4 beds
5 baths
$32,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
19h ago
Downtown Santa Monica apartment for rent in Santa Monica
3 beds
3 baths
$27,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 30
2d ago
Downtown Santa Monica apartment for rent in Santa Monica
3 beds
3 baths
$27,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
1427 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,215–$4,650
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
901 3rd St, Santa Monica, CA 90403
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,295–$5,295
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1550 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$3,100–$6,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
938 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90403
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1455 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,277–$3,229
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
2628 Kansas Ave #11, Santa Monica, CA 90404
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,695
Price dropped $300Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 26
1d ago
Verified
1240 Yale St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Studio
1 bath
$2,065
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
316 San Vicente Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90402
3 beds
2 baths
$5,495
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
938 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90403
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Pico apartment for rent in Santa Monica
1 bed
1 bath
$2,695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1455 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,277–$3,229
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
40m ago
Verified
2000 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$3,289–$5,294
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Santa Monica, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Santa Monica rental market.
How much is rent in Santa Monica?
The average rent in Santa Monica is $3,555 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Santa Monica?
Average rent prices in Santa Monica have decreased by 1% over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
How does Santa Monica rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Santa Monica is 87% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,655 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Santa Monica?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Santa Monica are Mid City ($2,995/mo), Downtown Santa Monica ($3,329/mo), and Wilshire Montana ($3,495/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Santa Monica?
To comfortably afford rent in Santa Monica, you'd need to earn approximately $142,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Santa Monica?
December offers the best opportunity for apartment hunting in Santa Monica, with lower prices and less competition from other renters. May typically sees the lowest rents of the year, while September commands the highest prices with roughly a 5.5% difference between peak and low seasons.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).