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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA. 33 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $2,100

  • A living room with a white couch and a painting on the wall.
    Rent specials
    Studio $1,910
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (7)
    2001 Olympic Blvd Suite 100, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Pet friendly
  • A living room with a white couch and a coffee table with books and an apple on it.
    Only 1 unit left
    Studio $1,950
    1 bd $1,995
    2 bd $2,395
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    624-32 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $2,300

  • A living room with a grey couch and a wooden coffee table.
    Rent specials
    1 bd $2,295
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4553 Willis Avenue, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $2,500

  • a living room with a couch and a kitchen in the background
    Rent specials
    Studio $2,427
    1 bd $2,774
    2 bd $3,294
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1522 6Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Cat friendly
  • a kitchen and a dining room with a table and chairs
    Rent specials
    Studio $2,430
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1522 6Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Pet friendly
  • a living room with white couches and chairs and a table
    Rent specials
    Studio $2,430
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1537 7Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Pet friendly
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
    Rent specials
    Studio $2,430
    1 bd $2,777
    2 bd $3,597
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (3)
    1422 6Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Pet friendly

Apartments Under $2,900

  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets
    Rent specials
    1 bd $2,777
    2 bd $3,597
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (4)
    1423 6Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Pet friendly
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
    Rent specials
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (6)
    1422 7Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Pet friendly
  • A white kitchen with a sink and a counter.
    Rent specials
    Verified Listing

    442 S. Cochran, Los Angeles, CA 90036
    Pet friendly
8-2-city

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Monica, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,910 and $4,108.

How many cheap rentals are available in Santa Monica, CA on RentCafe?

There are 1 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Santa Monica, CA were last updated on 4 Jun 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Santa Monica, CA?

The average Santa Monica, CA cheap apartment size is 669 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Santa Monica, CA?

Cheap apartments in Santa Monica, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Santa Monica, CA?

A cheap apartment in Santa Monica, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.