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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Monica

442 Rentals
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  15. STUDIO
    $2,599+
    1 BED
    $2,699+

    Bay on 6th

    1920 6th Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405
  16. Building Photo - PR SM Biella LLC
    STUDIO
    $3,324+
    1 BED
    $3,328+
    2 BEDS
    $4,172+

    PR SM Biella LLC

    1411 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
  17. Building Photo - 1537 7th
    STUDIO
    $2,650

    1537 7th

    1537 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
  19. Building Photo - 1125 3rd St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,691

    1125 3rd St

    1125 3rd St, Santa Monica, CA 90403
  39. Building Photo - Sea Castle
    1 BED
    $3,142

    Sea Castle

    1725 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90401
  40. Building Photo - Sway
    $645 Off
    Price Drop. $645 Off
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    STUDIO
    $3,153+
    1 BED
    $3,910+
    2 BEDS
    $5,196+

    Sway

    525 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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Santa Monica at a Glance

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77

Some Transit

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Transportation in Santa Monica
87

Somewhat Bikeable

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Transportation in Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica Neighborhood in Santa Monica, CA

When looking for cheap apartments in Downtown Santa Monica, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Downtown Santa Monica.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 85 cheap apartments available in Downtown Santa Monica, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Santa Monica

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Getting Around Santa Monica

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94

Walker’s Paradise

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.
87

Very Bikeable

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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.
77

Excellent 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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