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Santa Monica, CA

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Beachfront city with iconic amenities in a convenient locale

Coastal Luxurious Diverse Laidback Walkable Charming Great Location

Just 15 miles west of Los Angeles, Santa Monica is a beachfront city with an enviable climate and location. Santa Monica is conveniently located right in between the iconic Venice Beach and the glamourous white sand beaches of Malibu, drawing millions of visitors every year. With Santa Monica’s laidback vibe and plentiful amenities, it’s easy to see why renters are looking for apartments and condos in the area. Of course, the Santa Monica State Beach is the heart of the city, anchoring major attractions and local hotspots. The Annenberg Community Beach House is an historic mansion turned recreation center offering fitness classes, a pool, and more. The Famous Santa Monica Pier houses an amusement park, an aquarium, an arcade, eateries, and much more. Right next to the pier is the original Muscle Beach, a gymnastics and fitness site created in 1934. Nearby Third Street Promenade provides a range of shops, restaurants, and street performances in a pedestrian-only outdoor plaza.

The wonders of Santa Monica don’t stop at the beach either. Tongva Park is great for children and adults with impressive modern architectural features, a playground, and a splash pad. Aero Theatre screens classic films, the Santa Monica Museum of Art inspires curiosity, and Harvelle’s showcases live music. The Marvin Braude Bike Trail is over 20 miles long, stretching the Pacific Ocean shoreline from Pacific Palisades to Torrance. The Santa Monica Mountains have hiking trails perfect for a quiet reprieve from the bustle of city life. Convenient to I-10, I-405, the Pacific Coast Highway, and LAX, getting around from Santa Monica is simple.

Explore the City

The iconic Santa Monica Pier

Historic Route 66 ends at the Santa Monica Pier, where it could go no farther

Sign for the Santa Monica Pier

The sun setting over the ocean in Santa Monica

A lifeguard station on the beach

The historic City Hall is a Santa Monica landmark

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Santa Monica, CA is $2,442 for a studio, $2,997 for one bedroom, $3,763 for two bedrooms, and $4,833 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Santa Monica has decreased by -0.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,997/month
582 Sq Ft
House
$15,104/month
2,453 Sq Ft
Condo
$5,864/month
1,129 Sq Ft
Townhome
$6,067/month
1,514 Sq Ft
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Transportation

87

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

65

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

90

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Schools

Franklin Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

611 Students

9
out of 10

Edison Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

393 Students

8
out of 10

Roosevelt Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

594 Students

7
out of 10

Grant Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

542 Students

7
out of 10

McKinley Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

403 Students

7
out of 10

Lincoln Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

854 Students

8
out of 10

John Adams Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

837 Students

7
out of 10

Santa Monica High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,678 Students

9
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
  • Santa Monica State Beach
  • Will Rogers State Beach
  • Temescal Gateway Park
  • Will Rogers State Historic Park

Airports

  • Los Angeles International
  • Bob Hope

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