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Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA under $2500

Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA under $2500. 61 Rentals Available
61 Rentals Available

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  • Rent specials 5 units available
    1 bd $2,352+
    Base rent
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    2501 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $2,275+
    Base rent
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    707 Idaho Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90403
    Apply online • Parking • Pool
  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $2,199+
    Base rent
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    4.0 (45)
    1920 6Th St., Santa Monica, CA 90405
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    Studio $2,095+
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    302 Arizona Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,500
    Base rent
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    1327 Berkeley St., Santa Monica, CA 90404
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    Studio $1,910
    Base rent
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    4.5 (7)
    2001 Olympic Blvd Suite 100, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,430
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    1522 6Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,430
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    1537 7Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $2,495
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    2627 5Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,450
    Base rent
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    2435 2Nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $1,950
    1 bd $1,995
    2 bd $2,395
    Base rent
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    624-32 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 4 units available
    1 bd $2,400
    Base rent
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    1318 Yale St., Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Apply online • In unit laundry
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,427
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    1522 6Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Cat friendly • Parking • In unit laundry
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,622
    Base rent Income restricted
    1820 14Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Apply online • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,495
    Base rent
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    1232 Harvard Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Studio $2,150
    Base rent Income restricted
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    711 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
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    4.0 (6)
    1422 7Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,430
    Base rent
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    4.0 (3)
    1422 6Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • 1 bd $2,500
    Base rent
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    1212 Euclid, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $2,495
    Base rent
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    1417 17Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
  • Studio $2,200
    1 bd $2,450
    Base rent
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    1660 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401
    Pet friendly
  • Ask for pricing
    Income restricted
    4.5 (2)
    1834 14Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    In unit laundry
  • 3 bd $1,590+
    Base rent
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    4.5 (2)
    1230 24Th St., Santa Monica, CA 90404
  • 1 bd $2,020+
    2 bd $2,340+
    Base rent
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    1533 Yale Street, Santa Monica, CA 90040
    Pet friendly
  • Studio $2,250
    Base rent
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    935 Euclid Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
    Pet friendly
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Santa Monica, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Santa Monica, CA were last updated on 20 Jun 2026.

What are the best apartments in Santa Monica, CA?
What type of rental buildings are in Santa Monica, CA?

In Santa Monica 72% of the housing is rented out compared to 28% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 15% of Santa Monica's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 77% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 8% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Santa Monica, CA under $2,500

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $2,500?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 61 apartments for rent in Santa Monica, CA on which you’ll spend less than $2,500. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $2,500

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $2,500. The average rental size in Santa Monica, CA is 589 Sqft, but the $2,500 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.