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  1. Building Photo - 1177 Nelrose Ave
    3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $4,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,900

    1177 Nelrose Ave

    1177 Nelrose Ave, Venice, CA 90291
    (424) 484-2244
  4. Walkway - 710 Copeland Ct
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,650
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,650

    710 Copeland Ct Unit A

    710 Copeland Ct, Santa Monica, CA 90405
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  5. Building Photo - 511A Strand St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,200

    511A Strand St Unit 511 A

    511A Strand St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
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  6. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,400

    347 Rose Ave Unit Front

    347 Rose Ave, Venice, CA 90291
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  7. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,550
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,550
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,550

    713 Amoroso Pl Unit 713

    713 Amoroso Pl, Venice, CA 90291
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  9. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $4,675
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,675
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,675

    348 7th Ave Unit C

    348 7th Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90291
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  10. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,200

    1322 Ocean Park Blvd Unit 1/2

    1322 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
  11. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,498
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,498
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,498

    1819 Beloit Ave Unit A

    1819 Beloit Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
  12. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $4,700
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,700

    12018 Rhode Island Ave

    12018 Rhode Island Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
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    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,850

    740 Flower Ave Unit 742

    740 Flower Ave, Venice, CA 90291
  14. Building Photo - 2654 7th St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,400

    2654 7th St

    2654 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Santa Monica at a Glance

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Santa Monica stretches along Santa Monica Bay on California's South Coast, home to the famous Santa Monica Pier with its historic carousel and Pacific Park amusement rides. This 8.4-square-mile coastal city hosts headquarters for major entertainment and media companies including Hulu, Activision Blizzard, and Universal Music Group, creating plenty of local job opportunities. If you're looking for apartments for rent in Santa Monica, you'll discover everything from beachfront properties to cozy spots in established neighborhoods-all within the city's super walkable layout that makes getting around a breeze.

Renting in Santa Monica means you're close to the action at Third Street Promenade for shopping and dining, plus Palisades Park's 26 acres of ocean-view green space along the coastal bluffs. The Marvin Braude Bike Trail connects you to 22 miles of coastal paths, and the city maintains over 30 parks and recreation areas. Apartment communities sit near cool spots like Bergamot Station's contemporary art galleries and the weekly Santa Monica Farmers Market. Between the major employers in entertainment and tech, plus Santa Monica College for educational opportunities, there's something for everyone. The city's transit connections and proximity to neighboring West LA communities make commuting pretty convenient too.

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Santa Monica High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,588 Students
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Santa Monica High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,588 Students
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Olympic High (Continuation) School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
30 Students
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Lincoln Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
914 Students
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Lincoln Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
914 Students
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John Adams Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
806 Students
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John Adams Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
806 Students
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Franklin Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
597 Students
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Franklin Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
597 Students
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Edison Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
404 Students
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Canyon Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
391 Students
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Roosevelt Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
552 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Santa Monica, CA

What are the average rent costs in Santa Monica, CA?

The average rent in Santa Monica, CA is $3,025.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Santa Monica, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Santa Monica, CA is $2,564.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Santa Monica, CA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Santa Monica, CA is $3,025.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Santa Monica, CA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Santa Monica, CA is $3,904.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Santa Monica, CA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Santa Monica, CA is $6,995.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Santa Monica, CA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Santa Monica, CA is $7,380.

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