Apartments for Rent in Santa Monica, CA under $2500
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1 bd $2,352+Base rent2501 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Studio $2,199+Base rent4.0 (45)1920 6Th St., Santa Monica, CA 90405Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Studio $2,095+Base rent302 Arizona Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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2 bd $2,500Base rent1327 Berkeley St., Santa Monica, CA 90404Apply online
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Studio $1,910Base rent4.5 (7)2001 Olympic Blvd Suite 100, Santa Monica, CA 90404Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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Studio $2,430Base rent1522 6Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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Studio $2,430Base rent1537 7Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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Only 3 units left1 bd $2,495Base rent2627 5Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405Apply online • Pet friendly -
Only 1 unit left1 bd $2,450Base rent2435 2Nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405Apply online • Pet friendly
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Studio $1,9501 bd $1,9952 bd $2,395Base rent624-32 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405Apply online • Pet friendly
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1 bd $2,400Base rent1318 Yale St., Santa Monica, CA 90404Apply online • In unit laundry
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Studio $2,427Base rent1522 6Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401Cat friendly • Parking • In unit laundry
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1 bd $1,622Base rent Income restricted3.0 (1)1820 14Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404Apply online • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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Only 1 unit left1 bd $2,495Base rent1232 Harvard Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404Apply online • Pet friendly
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Studio $2,150Base rent Income restricted711 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
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Ask for pricing4.0 (6)1422 7Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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Studio $2,430Base rent4.0 (3)1422 6Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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1 bd $2,495Base rent1417 17Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
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Studio $2,2001 bd $2,450Base rent1660 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401Pet friendly
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Ask for pricingIncome restricted4.5 (2)1834 14Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404In unit laundry
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1 bd $2,020+2 bd $2,340+Base rent1533 Yale Street, Santa Monica, CA 90040Pet friendly -
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Studio $2,250Base rent935 Euclid Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403Pet friendly -
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Only 3 units leftStudio $1,9501 bd $2,450+Base rent3.5 (1)25 Navy Street, Venice, CA 90291Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry -
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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 18 Jun 2026.
What are the best apartments in Santa Monica, CA?
The best apartments in Santa Monica, CA are: The Park Santa Monica, Santa Monica Collection, 2300 Wilshire, Santa Monica Sandpiper and Santa Monica St. James.
What type of rental buildings are in Santa Monica, CA?
In Santa Monica, 72% of the residents are renting compared to 28% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 15% of Santa Monica's rentals, 77% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 8% are single-family rentals.
Search for apartments in Santa Monica, CA under $2,500
There’s more than one way to spend $2,500 on rent in Santa Monica, CA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $2,500 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.
The perfect $2,500 rental near you
Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Santa Monica, CA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $2,500 in Santa Monica, CA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.