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Condos under $3,000 for Rent in Santa Monica, CA

1,405 Rentals
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  13. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,600

    2002 4th St Unit 000

    2002 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
  36. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,695

    gra173 Unit 11

    1733 Granville Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
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Santa Monica at a Glance

Average Rent

$3,044
(All bedrooms and property types)
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Average Rent in Santa Monica
7

School Rating

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Schools in Santa Monica
65

Some Transit

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Transportation in Santa Monica
90

Somewhat Bikeable

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Transportation in Santa Monica

Santa Monica, CA Condos for Rent

Santa Monica, located along Santa Monica Bay, combines coastal living with city convenience for those seeking apartments. Known for its iconic pier and 3-mile shoreline, this beachside city offers the laid-back feel of coastal living while providing the amenities of a metropolitan area. Apartments in Santa Monica give residents access to year-round outdoor living, with temperatures averaging 65°F and more than 300 sunny days annually.

Home to approximately 93,000 residents, Santa Monica features distinct neighborhoods like Ocean Park, Downtown, and Mid-City, each with its own character and range of rental options from contemporary apartments to classic buildings. The Metro E Line connects residents to Downtown Los Angeles in about 46 minutes, making commuting convenient. The city's extensive network of bike lanes, public transit options, and pedestrian-friendly streets allows residents to explore local attractions without relying on a car.

Renting in Santa Monica

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Santa Monica

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Getting Around Santa Monica

Transportation

87

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
90

Biker’s Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
65

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

9
Santa Monica High
out of 10 Rating
Public | Grades 9- 12 | 2,678 Students
8
Lincoln Middle
out of 10 Rating
Public | Grades 6- 8 | 854 Students
6
John Adams Middle
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 837 Students
9
Franklin Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 611 Students
8
Roosevelt Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 594 Students
8
Grant Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 542 Students
8
Edison Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 393 Students
7
McKinley Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 403 Students
School data provided by Great Schoolsⓘ

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