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Vintage at 425 Broadway - Photo 1 of 1
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21h ago

9.6

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Vintage at 425 Broadway

1455 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,974–$3,329

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.

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425 Broadway - Photo 1 of 1
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4d ago

9.3

Excellent

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425 Broadway

425 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1 bed

1 bath

$3,235–$3,251

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.

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1420 5th Street - Photo 1 of 1
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23h ago

9.6

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1420 5th Street

1420 5th St #208, Santa Monica, CA 90401

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

2 beds

2 baths

$5,300

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.
Sea Castle - Photo 1 of 1
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9h ago

9.4

Excellent

Sea Castle

1725 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$2,638–$3,763

Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 13-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
1362 Palisades Beach Rd - Photo 1 of 1

18h ago

Downtown Santa Monica townhouse for rent in Santa Monica

1362 Palisades Beach Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Furnished | Garage parking | Storage

2 beds

2 baths

$8,000

Price dropped $500Fees 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.
1661 Appian Way #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Santa Monica apartment for rent in Santa Monica

**1 Month Free** Coastal 1BR/2BA with Hardwood Floors, Oversized Bedroom, Parking & Steps from the Beach!!

1661 Appian Way #2, Santa Monica, CA 90401

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

2 baths

$3,490

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.

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Controlled Access

Balcony

Outdoor Space

Fitness Center

Seventh West Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
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4d ago

9.6

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Seventh West Apartments

1427 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

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.

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Wave @3rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9

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Wave @3rd

901 3rd St, Santa Monica, CA 90403

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$4,295–$5,295

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1550 Lincoln - Photo 1 of 1

8h ago

8.5

Very good

1550 Lincoln

1550 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony

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.
ZVI Coast - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.9

Very good

ZVI Coast

938 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90403

Swimming pool

1 bed

1 bath

$2,950

Price droppedFees 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.
Avalon Santa Monica on Main - Photo 1 of 1
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1d ago

9.4

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Avalon Santa Monica on Main

2000 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Balcony | Swimming pool | Fitness center

Studio–3 beds

1–3 baths

$3,389–$5,224

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.

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Nearby rental good for pet owners

814-818 2nd Street - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.2

Excellent

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814-818 2nd Street

814 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90403

Outdoor space

2 beds

2 baths

$4,195

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.
950 4th Street - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.4

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950 4th Street

950 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90403

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Elevator

1 bed

1 bath

$3,895–$4,095

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.
The Stanley on Ocean Way - Photo 1 of 1
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2d ago

9.6

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The Stanley on Ocean Way

1915 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony

1 bed

1–2 baths

$2,895–$4,995

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950 4th Street #304 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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950 4th Street #304, Santa Monica, CA 90403

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Central heat

1 bed

1 bath

$4,350

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.

5d+ ago

7.7

Very good

2435 2nd Street

2435 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90405

1 bed

1 bath

$2,275

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.
12th Street - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

12th Street

1424 12th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony

2 beds

1 bath

$3,695

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.

Find sweet deals near Downtown Santa Monica

These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

North Euclid Luxury Investments LLC - Photo 1 of 1

16h ago

8.3

Very good

North Euclid Luxury Investments LLC

1518 Euclid St, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Oven

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,195–$3,395

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.
1434 10th St. - Photo 1 of 1

8h ago

8.3

Very good

1434 10th St.

1434 10th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave

1 bed

1 bath

$2,995

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.
e1232 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.6

Very good

e1232

1232 Euclid St, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Ceiling fan | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$2,294

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.
303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire! - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.1

Excellent

303 California Ave, 3 blocks to the beach, North of Wilshire!

303 California Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403

On-site laundry | Controlled access

1 bed

1 bath

$2,550

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.
Fourth Street Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.5

Very good

Fourth Street Apartments

1023 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90403

On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | High ceilings

Studio

1 bath

$2,395

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.
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2001 - 2029 Olympic - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

1d ago

8.8

Very good

2001 - 2029 Olympic

2001 Olympic Blvd Ste 100, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

Studio

1 bath

$2,080

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.
Lincoln 858 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8

Very good

Lincoln 858

858 Lincoln Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403

Studio

1 bath

$1,599

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.
1412 W. 17th St - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Pico apartment for rent in Santa Monica

1412 W. 17th St

1412 17th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

2 beds

1 bath

$3,075

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.
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Updated: October 28, 2026

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Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA apartments for rent

Average rent in Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA

As of today, Downtown Santa Monica's average rent price is $3,490 per month. See the Santa Monica rent report.

Average rent

$3,490

Rentals, last 30 days

21

Average rent by unit type in Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA, last 30 days
Unit typeAverage rentvs last year
All bedrooms$3,490/moN/A
Studio$2,369/moN/A
1 bedroom$3,311/moN/A
2 bedroom$5,373/moN/A
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica?

The average rent in Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica is $3,490 a month. 1-bedrooms average $3,311 and 2-bedrooms $5,373, based on rentals listed on Zumper in the last 30 days. See the Santa Monica rent report.

How much rent can I afford in Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica?

You'd need to earn about $132,440 a year to afford an average 1-bedroom here ($3,311 a month), with rent at 30% of your income. Try the rent calculator with your own numbers.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends and availability are calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.

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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Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA rental availability
🔑Available apartment rentals25
💰Best rent deal1455 4th St
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