Average Rent in Santa Monica, CA
3 apartment buildings, 23 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$3,774/mo
Cheapest
$2,102/mo
Properties
3
Units
23
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 3 properties in Santa Monica, CA.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Santa Monica, CA Rent Prices
All 3 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Casa Granada
550 S Barrington Ave, Los Angeles
And Pico
11916 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles
Avalon Santa Monica on Main
2000 Main St, Santa Monica
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casa Granada 550 S Barrington Ave, Los Angeles | $2,102 | $3,231 | $4.26 | 4.6 (71) | 5 |
| 2 | And Pico 11916 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles | $2,657 | $3,778 | $4.76 | 4.9 (34) | 13 |
| 3 | Avalon Santa Monica on Main 2000 Main St, Santa Monica | $3,070 | $4,309 | $5.19 | 4.6 (120) | 5 |
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Santa Monica, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Santa Monica, CA is $3,774 per month, based on 23 units across 3 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,102 at Casa Granada to $3,070 at Avalon Santa Monica on Main.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,699/mo | $2,102/mo | 5 |
| 1 Bed | $3,570/mo | $2,989/mo | 8 |
| 2 Bed | $4,475/mo | $3,949/mo | 10 |
Every price comes directly from each property's leasing system, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Santa Monica, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$151,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,774/mo.
Comfortable income
$181,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,102/mo), you need to earn at least $84,000/year.
Cost of living in Santa Monica, CA
We only have live rent data for Santa Monica, CA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,774 |
| Estimated total | $3,774/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in California
How Santa Monica, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Santa Monica, CA | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $2,838 | -25% | 34 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,804 | -26% | 24 |
| Sacramento, CA | $2,351 | -38% | 23 |
| Riverside, CA | $2,536 | -33% | 23 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,214 | -15% | 21 |
| Oakland, CA | $3,537 | -6% | 16 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Santa Monica, CA?
The average rent in Santa Monica, CA is $3,774 per month, based on 23 units across 3 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are updated every morning through our proprietary data sourcing.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Santa Monica, CA?
The lowest available rent in Santa Monica, CA starts at $2,102 per month. Availability changes daily as leasing data is refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Monica, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Santa Monica, CA average $3,570/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,989/mo across 8 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Santa Monica, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Santa Monica, CA average $4,475/mo. Units start from $3,949/mo across 10 units currently listed.
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