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  6. Building Photo - 702 Cedar St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,500

    702 Cedar St Unit 702 Cedar

    702 Cedar St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
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  7. Building Photo - 12713 Venice Blvd
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $4,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,150

    12713 Venice Blvd Unit Top Floor

    12713 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066
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  9. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,800

    713 Amoroso Pl Unit 713

    713 Amoroso Pl, Venice, CA 90291
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  10. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $5,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,800

    33 Paloma Ave Unit #1

    33 Paloma Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90291
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  11. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,900

    713 Amoroso Pl Unit A

    713 Amoroso Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90291
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  12. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,150

    939 Palms Blvd Unit 4

    939 Palms Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
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  13. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,390
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,390
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,390

    11325 Mississippi Ave

    11325 Mississippi Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
  14. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $5,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,200

    541 Rose Ave Unit Loft

    541 Rose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90291
  15. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $4,700
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,700
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    Total Monthly Price$4,700

    12018 Rhode Island Ave

    12018 Rhode Island Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025

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

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Olympic High (Continuation) School

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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 $2,972.

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 $2,488.

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 $2,972.

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 $3,852.

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 $7,388.

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 $7,369.

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