Average Rent in 90403, Santa Monica, CA

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Current Versus Historical 90403, Santa Monica, CA Rents

90403 rentals average $2,195 for a studio rental to $50,000 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $4,415, or roughly $50 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $436 (24.02%) year-over-year from $1,814 to $2,250. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $41 (-1.40%) year-over-year from $2,939 to $2,898. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $13 (0.28%) year-over-year from $4,782 to $4,795. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $1,258 (-18.61%) year-over-year from $6,758 to $5,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $30,344 (154.37%) year-over-year from $19,657 to $50,000. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 10.04% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.22% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.29% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 20.38% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 28.33% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jun 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$50.09	$2,250	$1,814 (24.02%)	$1,998 (12.60%)
1 BR	$54.62	$2,898	$2,939 (-1.40%)	$2,956 (-1.96%)
2 BR	$48.40	$4,795	$4,782 (0.28%)	$4,637 (3.41%)
3 BR	$44.90	$5,500	$6,758 (-18.61%)	$7,100 (-22.54%)
4+ BR	$153.45	$50,000	$19,657 (154.37%)	$14,582 (242.90%)

Historical Rents in 90403, Santa Monica, CA

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Top Cities Near 90403

There are a total of 5 cities nearby 90403. The average rent in 90403 is currently $4,500 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Los Angeles, CA, with an average rent of $3,650, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 90403, Santa Monica, CA is Beverly Hills, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $8,000 per month.

Let's compare 90403, Santa Monica, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 90403, Santa Monica, CA is 6.72% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 0.10% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 90403, Santa Monica, CA are about 3.28% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 13.44% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 5 cities near 90403, Santa Monica, CA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Los Angeles, CA	$1,700	$2,350	$3,390	$3,650
Culver City, CA	$2,575	$2,500	$3,400	$3,848
Santa Monica, CA	$2,250	$2,895	$4,800	$4,500
West Hollywood, CA	$2,047	$3,450	$5,800	$4,500
Beverly Hills, CA	$2,048	$3,500	$4,995	$8,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 90403

There are a total of 19 neighborhoods in or near 90403. Some of these neighborhoods include Sunset Park, Mar Vista, and Westchester-Playa Del Rey. We've included all of these top 19 neighborhoods in or near 90403, Santa Monica, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 19 neighborhoods in or near 90403, Santa Monica, CA is currently around $4,500 per month. A total of 8 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only eleven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $4,500. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 90403's average rent, which is only $4,415. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 90403, Sunset Park has the most affordable average rent at $3,100 per month. Whereas, at $19,995 average rent per month, Bel Air-Beverly Crest is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 90403. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA	$2,200	$2,695	$4,100	$3,100
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA	$2,548	$2,595	$3,248	$3,224
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$1,646	$2,724	$3,874	$3,295
Palms, Los Angeles, CA	$2,200	$3,495	$4,450	$3,500
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$1,598	$2,348	$3,620	$3,790
PICO, Los Angeles, CA	$1,800	$2,750	$3,275	$3,948
South Robertson, Los Angeles, CA	$1,900	$2,295	$3,450	$3,999
Wilshire-Montana, Santa Monica, CA	$2,195	$2,847	$4,500	$4,335
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,793	$2,845	$4,495	$4,500
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA	$2,038	$2,895	$4,450	$4,500
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,200	$3,000	$4,500	$4,598
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$2,274	$3,295	$5,100	$4,950
Westside, Los Angeles, CA	$2,000	$3,295	$4,498	$5,273
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA	$4,000	$3,500	$6,700	$5,650
Venice, Los Angeles, CA	$2,298	$3,550	$5,785	$5,995
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,995	$3,002	$5,225	$6,750
North of Montana, Santa Monica, CA	$3,523	$3,750	$8,995	$10,500
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA	$2,200	$3,598	$4,975	$16,000
Bel Air-Beverly Crest, Los Angeles, CA	$1,735	$2,800	$8,500	$19,995

Top Counties Near 90403

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Top Zipcodes Near 90403

There are a total of 17 zipcodes in or near 90403, Santa Monica, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,600. A total of 8 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 90045, Los Angeles, CA at $2,745 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $23,500 per month is 90210, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $2,098. That's at least $53 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 90403, Santa Monica, CA is $2,850 per month. Or in other words, $50 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $4,388 per month. Which comes out to $44 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 90403, Santa Monica, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
90025, Los Angeles, CA	$1,598	$2,395	$3,790	$3,970
90291, Los Angeles, CA	$2,213	$3,495	$5,273	$5,500
90069, Los Angeles, CA	$2,150	$3,625	$5,995	$6,500
90046, Los Angeles, CA	$1,921	$2,625	$4,400	$4,600
90049, Los Angeles, CA	$2,995	$3,002	$5,500	$6,800
90034, Los Angeles, CA	$2,098	$2,541	$3,345	$3,348
90024, Los Angeles, CA	$2,200	$3,000	$4,500	$4,648
90210, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$3,948	$7,324	$23,500
90405, Santa Monica, CA	$2,350	$2,850	$5,450	$4,198
90035, Los Angeles, CA	$1,998	$2,295	$3,450	$4,250

Frequently Asked Questions - 90403 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 90403, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for 90403, Santa Monica, CA apartments for rent is approximately $4,415. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 90403, Santa Monica, CA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 90403, Santa Monica, CA.

How much is a studio apartment in 90403, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,195 and an average price per square feet of $50.09. There are a total of 9 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 90403.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 90403, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,898 and an average price per square feet of $54.62. There are a total of 23 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 90403.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 90403, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $4,648 and an average price per square feet of $48.40. There are a total of 36 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 90403.

How have rent prices in 90403, Santa Monica, CA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 90403, Santa Monica, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.24%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.19% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 90403, Santa Monica, CA?

A reasonable rent price in 90403, Santa Monica, CA is around $3,532/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.