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Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA under $2000

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    950 Second St., Santa Monica, CA 90403
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  • A living room with a white couch and a painting on the wall.
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    2001 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    STUDIO $1,910
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a blue wall.
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    3031 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $1,165
  • A kitchen with a black dishwasher and a plant in a white pot.
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    1032 7Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
    STUDIO $1,600

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    1400 Midvale Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024
    STUDIO $1,870
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    1420 Saltair Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90025
    STUDIO $1,695+
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    12017 Goshen Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90049
    STUDIO $1,950
  • A small kitchen with a black stove top and a white fridge.
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    44 Navy St, Los Angeles, CA 90291
    STUDIO $2,000
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    11858 Goshen Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
    STUDIO $1,795
  • A living room with a brown couch and a rug.
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    3270 Rosewood Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90066
    1 BED $1,795
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    11911 DOROTHY STREET (Dor), LOS ANGELES, CA 90049
    2 BEDS $1,500
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    1825 Butler Ave/1822 Colby Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
    STUDIO $1,920
  • a living room with a fireplace and a blue couch
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    1412 Colby Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025
    STUDIO $1,895
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    1711 Corinth Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90025
    STUDIO $1,895
  • A white stove and sink in a kitchen.
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    1812 Corinth Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025
    STUDIO $1,875
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and granite counter tops and a sink
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    3101 S. Barrington Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90066
    1 BED $1,695+
  • A kitchen area with a white refrigerator and wooden cabinets.
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    1817 Beloit Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
    STUDIO $1,725
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black microwave above the stove.
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    1817 Beloit Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
    STUDIO $1,895
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    12602 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066
    STUDIO $1,895
  • A small kitchen with a white refrigerator, a white stove, and wooden cabinets.
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    12732 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066
    STUDIO $1,895
  • a living room with a couch and a table and a television
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    3755 Inglewood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90066
    STUDIO $1,895
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    10866 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1550, Los Angeles, CA 90024
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    3905 Inglewood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066
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    11173 Charnock Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90034
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  • A kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator.
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    11460 Venice, Mar Vista, CA 90066
    STUDIO $1,895+
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Very Walkable
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Excellent Transit
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Biker's Paradise
Walk Score®: 83, Transit Score®: 70, Bike Score®: 97

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 19 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Santa Monica, CA?

The best apartments in Santa Monica, CA are: The Wilson, Santa Monica Mariner Village, Santa Monica Bay Club, Santa Monica Shores and Santa Monica Towers.

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

In Santa Monica 71% of the housing is rented out compared to 29% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 14% of Santa Monica’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 78% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 8% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Santa Monica, CA under $2,000

Searching for apartments for rent in Santa Monica, CA under $2,000 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Santa Monica, CA, where the average rent is $1,845 per month, there are 35 units available for less than $2,000. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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